MDHS aims to reduce broadband service costs in Mississippi households
The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) has announced plans to partner with the Broadband Expansion and Accessibility of Mississippi (BEAM) to provide aid to...
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Congressman Bennie Thompson tests positive for COVID-19
On Tuesday morning, Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) announced that he has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing mild symptoms. The Mississippi Representative also stated...
Mississippi’s former abortion clinic’s building sold
by Caleb Salers
The building where Jackson Women’s Health Organization, also known as “The Pink House,” once operated has been sold, confirming the clinic’s closure even if permitted...
New 988 suicide and crisis hotline up and running
by Caleb Salers
A new three-digit number for those experiencing suicidal thoughts or a mental health crisis is officially active. The number, 988, is designed to be the...
First Tesla dealership in Mississippi to open at the end of July
The first Tesla dealership in Mississippi is set to finally be complete as the multi-million dollar company will be holding a grand opening event at...
CEO resigns as Greenwood Leflore Hospital faces possible closure
As one of the Mississippi Delta’s largest hospitals faces possible closure, its CEO has stepped down from his position. Jason Studley, who had served as...
Twice-a-day drawings for lottery games coming July 31
The Mississippi Lottery is turning up the heat on Cash 3 and Cash 4 games with twice-a-day drawings and a new feature called Fireball that...
Mississippi Center for Public Policy launches Leadership Academy
by Caleb Salers
The Mississippi Center for Public Policy (MCPP) has announced the creation of its Mississippi Leadership Academy for college student leaders. During the six-part program, college...
Dangerous heat stress conditions in Mississippi to persist into weekend
Hot and humid conditions will continue to produce heat stress conditions across the Magnolia State this week and into the weekend. On Monday, there’s a...
XFL showcase comes to Jackson State
Over the weekend, the first of six XFL showcases took place right here in Mississippi on the campus of Jackson State University. One of the...