Longtime Mississippi Museum of Natural Science director retiring after 31 years
After 31 years of service as the director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Charles Knight has announced his retirement. Under the guidance of...
MHP’s Independence Day travel period to begin on Thursday
by Caleb Salers
The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) is preparing to kick off its Independence Day travel period From Thursday at 6:00 a.m. to midnight on Sunday, there...
Where to watch Independence Day fireworks in Mississippi
by Ben Milam
Fireworks for Mississippians of all ages to enjoy will be occurring across the state beginning Wednesday and throughout the weekend to celebrate the Fourth of...
Lt. Gov. Hosemann eyeing plans to tackle chronic absenteeism next session
by Caleb Salers
As part of his agenda to improve education outcomes in Mississippi, Republican Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann is planning to propose several policy measures to reduce...
New Freedom Trail marker unveiled honoring civil rights icons Dorie and Dr. Joyce Ladner
by Caleb Salers
The latest addition to the Mississippi Freedom Trail has been unveiled with Hattiesburg sisters and civil rights leaders Dorie and Dr. Joyce Ladner being honored....
Law enforcement will not immediately issue citations for ‘squatted’ vehicles in Mississippi
by Caleb Salers
High riders in Mississippi will have some time to modify their vehicles before being ticketed by authorities. Though a new law banning “squatted” vehicles or those...
Summer spotlight: Petrified Forest tells Mississippi’s story in a natural way
by Caleb Salers
The Mississippi Petrified Forest tells the state’s story from a unique, natural perspective. Located off Highway 49 in Flora, just outside the capital city of...
Over $2.6 million granted in federal assistance following April 8-11 storms
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has now granted over $2.6 million to survivors of the April 8-11 severe storms and tornadoes. FEMA noted in...
Following a bloody five-year stretch, Jackson officials boast decreasing homicide rates
by Ben Milam
Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade and Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba boasted some encouraging crime numbers at a public command meeting last week in the capital...
Former Mississippi House speaker appointed to Hinds County Economic Development Board
Former Mississippi House Speaker Philip Gunn, who helped pass a long list of economic bills during his time behind the gavel, will now play a...