Record temperatures continue to be reached in parts of the Magnolia State. Saturday was the third day in a row that temperatures at the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport exceeded 100 degrees, tying a record set a week ago for consecutive days … Continued
Following a near-constant string of severe weather from June 14-19, President Joe Biden has approved Mississippi’s request for a major disaster declaration. The move from the White House makes federal funding available to affected individuals and business owners in Jackson … Continued
A few weeks ago, I wrote that 2023 will go down as the summer of watermelon. I mentioned how I like to put salt on watermelon. I put salt on a lot of atypical things. Many times, it’s on sweet … Continued
Following last month’s severe weather in Winston County, the U.S. Small Business Administration has approved Mississippi’s request for assistance for homeowners and small businesses affected. Governor Tate Reeves made the announcement Friday afternoon, saying many in Winston County experienced economic … Continued
University of Southern Mississippi President Dr. Joe Paul and his wife, Meg, have committed $300,000 to support the leadership scholarship program. Paul announced the program as a priority early in his presidency, understanding that engaged students are a model of … Continued
A U.K.-based energy giant is facing scrutiny as residents of the 897-person town of Gloster, Mississippi, are blaming the company for flooding their community with hazardous air pollutants. At the end of July, concerned residents had scheduled a meeting with … Continued
Young professionals are next up to lead Mississippi, whether it be by holding elected offices or through the power of their votes. Coast Young Professionals (CYP) members recently heard from a Mississippian who began his political career as a young professional. Secretary … Continued
With Mississippi’s election season in full swing, the city of Starkville will be welcoming a new pool of cute and furry candidates to the city’s political scene. Starkville residents and Mississippi State students living in the area will have the … Continued
From now until the end of 2024, visitors of GRAMMY Museum Mississippi in Cleveland can take in the museum’s newest exhibit titled “Highway 61: Traveling America’s Music Highway.” As the name suggests, the new exhibit will explore the history of … Continued
Bollinger Shipyards has announced plans to close its New Orleans location and shift the bulk of the work to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Louisiana-based company, which is America’s largest privately owned shipbuilder, confirmed the consolidation move earlier this week … Continued