Speaker Gunn outlines proposal to eliminate state income tax
It’s come into focus as a priority of the state’s top elected officials, and with the introduction of the Mississippi Tax Freedom Act by Speaker...
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MSDH confirms 348 new COVID-19 cases, 24 deaths
New COVID-19 case numbers in Mississippi continue to move in the right direction. The latest report of 348 new cases—the fifth straight day under 500—brings...
Mississippi Tax Freedom Act of 2021 gains traction at the state capitol
by Andi Davis
On Monday, Speaker of the House Philip Gunn introduced a bill that would phase out the state income tax. According to the Mississippi Center for...
MSDH asks for patience as vaccination sites reopen
As vaccination sites reopen following last week’s interruptions, the Mississippi State Department of Health is asking for your patience. In a news release this afternoon,...
MEMA updates winter weather damage, two fatalities reported
As we deal with the lingering effects of last week’s winter weather event that brought record-low temperatures, power outages & icy conditions, the Mississippi Emergency...
Mississippi VA receives donation of 5,000 masks from Republic of Korea
Photo courtesy of MSVA Mississippi Veterans Affairs (MSVA) has received a large donation of masks from the Republic of Korea. Announced by MSVA over the...
MSDH confirms 242 new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting under 300 new cases of COVID-19. Today’s report of 242 new cases brings the state’s total up...
Ole Miss takes over top spot in Baseball America’s rankings
Graphic Courtesy of Ole Miss Athletics There’s a new #1 team in college baseball. With wins over #10 TCU (7-3) and #3 Texas Tech (5-4)...
Columbus Air Force Base jet crashes in Alabama, leaving two dead
A training jet that took off from Columbus Air Force Base crashed Friday night, leaving two airmen dead. According to 14th Flying Training Wing Commander...
Mississippi Blood Services needs donors amid critical shortage
The winter weather isn’t just affecting power and the state’s roads. It’s also causing a blood shortage. Mississippi Blood Services has been forced to cancel...