Tupelo family could soon officially hold world record for tallest okra plant
A Mississippi family could soon officially hold the title of having the world’s largest okra plant. Weylon Michael, of Tupelo, took to social media Friday...
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Mississippi musician earns international recognition for music honoring late wife
by Ben Milam
A Mississippi musician who got an unorthodox start to a late career in the entertainment industry has experienced an even rarer rise to prominence. Tommy...
Tickets now on sale for 2025 Dixie National Rodeo
by Caleb Salers
Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Dixie National Rodeo. According to officials, the annual event, dubbed the largest rodeo east of the Mississippi...
Event being held in Jackson to promote future STEM career opportunities for middle school girls
by Caleb Salers
The American Heart Association’s metro Jackson affiliate will be hosting its inaugural “STEM Goes Red” experience to encourage middle school girls to pursue a career...
‘Now is your time to shine’: Fishermen encouraged to cast lines on Mississippi Gulf Coast
by Caleb Salers
Looking to cast a rod and reel somewhere along the Mississippi Gulf Coast? Well, one expert says you’re in luck. According to Captain Ronnie Daniels...
Stennis Space Center reaches historic agreement to host solar-powered autonomous aircraft
by Caleb Salers
NASA’s Stennis Space Center has entered into a historic agreement with Skydweller Aero Inc. for the company to operate its solar-powered autonomous aircraft at the...
Officials break ground on Amtrak passenger rail along Gulf Coast
by Caleb Salers
Amtrak is officially back on the Gulf Coast after a nearly 20-year hiatus of passenger rail services. Officials, including United States Secretary of Transportation Pete...
LeFleur’s Bluff playground now features otter sculpture created by award-winning chainsaw artist
by Caleb Salers
An award-winning chainsaw artist captured a lasting memory by creating an otter sculpture out of a dead tree at the revitalized LeFleur’s Bluff playground. Dayton...
Hattiesburg Zoo receives accreditation from major conservation organization
by Caleb Salers
The Hattiesburg Zoo has received accreditation from the Zoological Association of America (ZAA). According to the ZAA, the Hattiesburg Zoo has specifically proven that it...
Itawamba Community College breaks ground on truck driving center
Itawamba Community College broke ground Monday on a new driving center set to teach students who aspire to join the commercial trucking industry. The 8,504-square-foot...