EPA launches investigation as water issues continue in Jackson
Discolored water and pressure issues continue to show up across Jackson as the capital city progresses past the second week of the ongoing water crisis....
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MSDH reports 3,619 new COVID-19 cases
by Caleb Salers
On Tuesday, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) confirmed 3,619 new cases of COVID-19. The seven-day update brings the state’s total number of recorded...
Updated COVID-19 boosters available through Mississippi State Department of Health
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) county health departments are now accepting appointments for the new bivalent COVID-19 booster shot. The formulation, recently authorized by...
MEMA looking to hire project manager for O.B. Curtis water treatment plant
by Caleb Salers
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and the city of Jackson are looking to hire a company to manage projects and facilitate the response at...
MDOT Commissioner: Severe labor shortage, over 400 jobs available
by Caleb Salers
The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is lacking 400 laborers, according to Northern District Commissioner John Caldwell. While skilled laborers are essential, Caldwell explained that...
State Auditor accepting applications for next ‘Stay in the ‘Sip Fellowship’ session
The deadline for the next round of applications for the 2023 Spring Session in Mississippi’s “Stay in the ‘Sip Fellowship” program is right around the...
Ole Miss ranked in Top 100 by U.S. News & World Report
For the twelfth year in a row, the University of Mississippi has been named one of the top public universities in America. Ole Miss was...
Reeves requests aid for businesses impacted by Jackson’s water crisis
Businesses across Mississippi’s capital city continue to feel the stress of the ongoing water crisis in Jackson, leaving many to temporarily close shop within the...
Conclusion in sight: Jackson residents to vote on trash collection contractor
Over one year has passed since the start of the debate between Jackson city officials regarding trash collection contractors, resulting in mounting legal costs from...
Two Mississippi officers recognized by MDPS for heroic actions
by Caleb Salers
Sergeant First Class Blake Hedrick and Staff Sergeant Eric McElhenney have been recognized by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (MDPS) and the Commercial Transportation...