Photo courtesy of Gov Reeves’ Office Late Friday afternoon, Governor Tate Reeves announced that John Rounsaville will serve as the Interim Director of the Mississippi Development Authority. Glenn McCullough Jr. stepped down as MDA’s Executive Director back in January. Rounsaville … Continued
Tray Hairston, who focuses on public finance and economic development at Butler Snow LLP, recently joined The JT Show to talk about how he thinks the Mississippi economy can be restored. At a time when the economy is crumbling due … Continued
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) is investigating a shooting in Oxford involving a U.S. Marshal. MBI officials say a deputy U.S. Marshal was shot and wounded today (5/15/20) in Oxford while attempting to execute an arrest warrant. According to … Continued
While Mississippi’s ‘safer-at-home’ order currently runs through May 25th, Governor Tate Reeves has announced an additional step as the state continues to reopen its economy. Earlier this week, salons, barbershops and gyms were allowed to reopen, and a new executive … Continued
After confirming that Mississippi casinos will be allowed to open their doors next Thursday, the Mississippi Gaming Commission has now issued the guidelines that they must follow. A letter sent to all of the state’s casinos outlines specific steps that … Continued
Yesterday was the last day that the Mississippi Legislature will convene until after Memorial Day, and before clocking out, lawmakers made sure to pass a bill to help small businesses affected by COVID-19. Senator Josh Harkins, who serves District 20, … Continued
For the second straight day, the Mississippi State Department of Health has confirmed over 300 new cases of COVID-19. With the confirmation of 318 new cases, the state’s total number of cases rises to 10,801. The MSDH also reported 13 … Continued
Ole Miss basketball has landed a top-ranked grad transfer for the upcoming season. After spending three seasons at Arizona State, Romello White will finish his college career in Oxford. A 6’8 forward, White averaged 10.2 points and 8.8 rebounds per … Continued
According to the Madison County Sheriff, Randy Tucker, a new drug in the form of candy is circulating through his county. Sheriff Tucker took to a Facebook post to warn parents of the dangers of the lethal drug. His post … Continued
Story provided by Beverly Pettigrew Kraft, Public Information Officer, Mississippi Administrative Office of Courts It’s been almost two months since an assailant’s bullet ripped through Judge Charlie Smith’s hip as he arrived for work at the Lauderdale County Courthouse on … Continued