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Community makes effort to revamp community garden
BELZONI- From volunteers helping to make this plant bed, getting rid of old weeds, cutting wood, and more. Folks from all around came to help give the Belzoni community garden a makeover. That meant building raised beds that are accessible for older people and those who are wheelchair-bound and also...
Louisiana legislature convenes emergency panel after bark beetle attack
Louisiana House lawmakers are convening an emergency panel to deal with widespread beetle attacks on pine trees across the state and the public safety concern posed by the problem. It’s not the English pop band they’re concerned about, state Rep. Mike Johnson said in a phone interview Tuesday. It’s actually...
29 Participants arrive at the Evangel Temple for the Distinguished Young Women of Mississippi program
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -29 young women from across the state arrived in Meridian today for the Distinguished Young Women of Mississippi program. The representatives will spend the week at daily practices, evening social events, and even participating in community service projects. Each young lady will compete on Thursday, Friday, and...
USDA: Slightly more SNAP benefits, fewer users in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Even though grocery prices continue to rise, fewer Mississippians rely on food assistance programs compared to 2023. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 389,941 Mississippians used the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in March 2023. One year later, that number is down by over 1.8% to 382,734. The state makes up […]
Area Miss Hospitality contestants ready to compete for state crown
The 75th Mississippi Miss Hospitality Competition is July 12-13 at the Hattiesburg Saenger The-ater. Forty-two women will represent all regions of the state, with the winner serving a one-year term as Mississippi’s official ambassador for economic development and tourism. “Showcasing the importance of tourism and economic development is key to our state’s future, and we […] The post Area Miss Hospitality contestants ready to compete for state crown appeared first on Daily Leader.
These are the most prevalent disabilities in Mississippi
Despite 13% of the American population living with a disability, stigma and discrimination persist. With 44 million Americans living with some form of disability, it is more critical than ever to understand their needs. To give Americans a better idea of accommodations needed in their communities, accessiBe charted disability statistics in Mississippi using Census Bureau […]
Movies and TV shows casting in Mississippi
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
Indiana and Illinois Arby’s Locations Affected by Franchisee Bankruptcy
After filing for bankruptcy, a small Arby's franchisee is selling some locations and closing others. Miracle Restaurant Group LLC, a company based out of Louisiana has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Miracle owns 25 Arby's locations in Indiana, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. This isn't Miracle Restaurant Group's first Chapter 11 filing according to Nation's Restaurant News,
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