A new marker on the Mississippi Country Music Trail will soon be unveiled at Grammy Museum Mississippi in Cleveland. On Tuesday, July 16, at 5 p.m., officials and residents will gather to see the marker honoring some of the state’s … Continued
Less than one month following a federal disaster declaration for Mississippi, more than $3.1 million in federal assistance funds have been approved for survivors of the April 8-11 severe weather. The grants, issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), … Continued
WASHINGTON (AP) — A defiant President Joe Biden vowed on Wednesday to keep running for reelection, rejecting growing pressure from Democrats to withdraw after a disastrous debate performance raised questions about his readiness. But in an ominous sign for the … Continued
Mississippi State University and William Carey University are partnering up to bring the Magnolia State into a national collaborative focused on building rural communities through education. The Rural Schools Collaborative, which works to sustain rural communities by addressing teacher shortages through … Continued
As Mississippians continue to weather the summer blaze, the state health department is offering tips to keep folks safe amid the brutal conditions. The Mississippi State Department of Health is launching a new campaign called “Summer Survival” which will provide … Continued
Former Mississippi Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks commissioner Bill Cossar has been formally recognized for his service to conserving the state’s wildlife and natural resources. The commission unanimously passed a resolution in mid-June to honor Cossar for his lifelong … Continued
After 31 years of service as the director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Charles Knight has announced his retirement. Under the guidance of Knight, the Jackson museum reached new heights, including the prestigious American Alliance of Museums accreditation … Continued
Charging stations for electric vehicles continue to pop up across Mississippi, with the latest being unveiled in downtown Brandon. Funded through Entergy Mississippi, the $350,000 fast charging station was strategically placed near Interstate 20 and Interstate 55 to not only … Continued
The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) is preparing to kick off its Independence Day travel period From Thursday at 6:00 a.m. to midnight on Sunday, there will be a heightened presence of law enforcement officers on Mississippi roadways. ”As we make … Continued
Fireworks for Mississippians of all ages to enjoy will be occurring across the state beginning Wednesday and throughout the weekend to celebrate the Fourth of July. Here’s where to catch a fireworks show near you: Wednesday, July 3 Biloxi – … Continued