MSDH confirms 1,942 new COVID-19 cases, 31 deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 1,942 new cases of COVID-19. Today’s report—the straight day under 2,000—brings the state’s total up to 243,899....
Vaccine eligibility expands to 65+, MS residents with underlying health conditions
During today’s press briefing, Governor Tate Reeves announced that those over the age of 65 and those with underlying health conditions are now eligible to...
Sanderson Farms Championship delivers $1.4 million donation to Blair E. Batson
Photo courtesy of Century Club Charities/Sanderson Farms Championship While the 2020 Sanderson Farms Championship looked a bit different due to the ongoing pandemic, it still...
Former crimestoppers board member charged with embezzlement
Photo courtesy of State Auditor Shad White’s Office A former board member and officer with the Pearl River County Crimestoppers (PRCCS) faces embezzlement charges. According to...
Latest MSDH report includes record-high 98 COVID-19 deaths
While the number of new COVID-19 cases was below 2,000 for the second straight day, the Mississippi State Department of Health has confirmed *98 deaths—the...
Authorities hope to identify Sharkey County John Doe with new information
Authorities are hoping that new information will lead to the identification of a young John Doe in Sharkey County. When contractors discovered a skull in...
With governor’s signature, new state flag flies above state capitol
For the first time, the new Mississippi state flag has been raised above the capitol, signifying a new age for the Magnolia State. Months after...
MSDH survey asks for your opinion on COVID-19 vaccine
Photo courtesy of CDC.gov With the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine ramping up, the Mississippi State Department of Health wants to hear from you. Through...
Mississippi Civil Rights activist, Anding Jr., passes away at 79
Photo courtesy of MS NAACP/Twitter Meredith Anding, Jr., a Mississippi Civil Rights icon, passed away Friday at the age of 79. Anding became known as...
MSDH reports 1,227 new COVID-19 cases, 19 deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 1,227 new cases of COVID-19. Today’s report—which follows higher weekend totals (3,203 cases on Saturday and 2,214...