Mississippi communities recognized by Main Street America
Communites across the state are being recognized for their commitment to economic development by Main Street America. Each year, Main Street America and the Mississippi...
Costs continue to rise as supply chain feels lingering effects of pandemic
While it appears that the worst days of the COVID-19 pandemic are behind us, its effect on the supply chain continues. In addition to rising...
State Auditor details spike in unemployment fraud due to pandemic
Unemployment benefit payments skyrocketed by 3000% in the midst of the pandemic, and a recent audit performed by the State Auditor’s Office revealed that $117...
Suspect dead following Alcorn County officer-involved shooting
A suspect is dead following an officer-involved shooting in Alcorn County. Deputies with the Alcorn County Sheriff’s Office arrived at a local home following a...
Health officials: Low vaccination rate keeps communities vulnerable
As Mississippi continues to fight its plateauing vaccination numbers, health officials are urging the state’s residents to take the shot to help keep COVID-19 and...
Amazon announces plans for Scott County solar farm
Photo courtesy of Amazon Amazon is continuing to expand its Mississippi footprint with the announcement that the e-commerce giant will locate a solar farm in...
$3.3 million in pandemic relief available to current & former foster children
The Mississippi Department of Child Protective Services is distributing $3.3 million in federal pandemic relief funds to current and former foster children. According to MDCPS,...
Atheist group suing Mississippi over ‘In God We Trust’ license plate
An Atheist group is suing the state of Mississippi over its use of the phrase ‘In God We Trust’ on the state license plate. The...
During Mississippi visit, First Lady encourages all to get vaccinated
With Mississippi’s vaccination rate lagging behind the rest of the country, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden traveled to the Magnolia State this afternoon to encourage...
State Superintendent says Critical Race Theory isn’t in Mississippi schools
With ongoing conversations regarding ‘Critical Race Theory (CRT)’ in classrooms across the country, State Superintendent of Education Dr. Carey Wright told SuperTalk this morning that...