Major disaster declaration approved for Mississippi following June tornadoes
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…
Robert St. John: Potatoes, Peas, Popcorn, and Pancakes (but not all at once)
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…
Disaster loans available for Winston County residents following severe flooding
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…
Southern Miss president pledges $300K to leadership scholarship program
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…
U.K.-based energy giant facing scrutiny from residents of Mississippi community
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…
Next Up: Young professionals voicing their vote for the future of Mississippi
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…
City of Starkville to welcome first pet mayor in special election
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…
GRAMMY Museum opens exhibit exploring Highway 61’s impact on American music
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…
Bollinger Shipyards to move bulk of New Orleans work to Pascagoula
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…
