FLOWOOD, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves said Tuesday that legislators should ignore “myths” from opponents who want to block efforts by him and some other Republican leaders to phase out the state’s income tax. “Getting rid of our … Continued
The 165th Mississippi State Fair will soon be underway in Jackson and Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson has provided updates on new online ticketing options, new attractions, and security measures for the popular event. This year’s state fair will open at … Continued
If you’re interested in attending a fun-filled concert this fall and live in or will be visiting Mississippi, this is the perfect guide for you. We found the hottest concerts put on by a few of the most iconic artists … Continued
A man is in custody for allegedly shooting his cousin in Jefferson County. Authorities report that the incident took place Tuesday morning in the McNair community. Upon arrival at the scene, Jefferson County deputies found 20-year-old LaJhavian Clark suffering a … Continued
Mississippi-based telecommunications giant C Spire has been recognized as one of America’s greatest workplaces for parents and families in 2024 by two major outlets. Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group determined the nation’s most family-friendly companies by conducting a large-scale employer … Continued
The system previously identified as Potential Tropical Storm Nine by the National Weather Service formed into Tropical Storm Helene on Tuesday. Forecasters expect the system to intensify into a hurricane as it moves through the eastern Gulf of Mexico. The … Continued
On Tuesday, NFL Hall of Famer and Mississippian Brett Favre revealed he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease as he testified in front of the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee in Washington, D.C. Favre’s appearance comes as the committee … Continued
The Mississippi Insurance Department has been granted more than $600,000 to improve women’s health coverage and access to critical coverage. The funding was provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). HHS, through the U.S. Centers for … Continued
After a failed self-defense argument for murdering his roommate in 2022, Christopher Moore pled guilty on Friday to first-degree murder and was sentenced to life in prison. On August 3, 2022, the Gulfport police responded to a pair of emergency … Continued
Four Mississippi schools were announced this week as National Blue Ribbon Schools, meaning they’re the best of the best in the U.S. The Department of Education named Mannsdale Upper Elementary School in Madison and Magnolia Park Elementary School in Ocean … Continued