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MSU Extension offers next online Master Gardener class
Gardeners who want to improve their own skills and give back to their communities can take advantage of an online training and certification opportunity this fall. Registration for the next class of Master Gardeners opens Aug. 13 and closes Sept. 12. Participants can begin their training Oct. 1, and all coursework must be completed by Dec. 2. These expert volunteers are trained and certified in consumer horticulture and related areas by the Mississippi State University Extension Service.
MAROONED! Drama Unfolds as 2 Boaters Stranded During Mississippi Island Nightmare!
GULFPORT, MS – Two boaters were rescued Monday after their boat was found adrift, and they were left stranded on an island off the coast of Mississippi overnight, the U.S. Coast Guard said. Watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector Mobile received a call at around 10 a.m. Monday from a...
Casey's buys CEFCO stores, to rebrand nearly 150 Texas locations in southern expansion
Casey's General Stores has announced the purchase of nearly 200 CEFCO stores, including almost 150 in Texas. The popular Midwest retail chain disclosed the $1.145 billion deal on Friday, in which it bought Fikes Wholesale Inc., owner of CEFCO Convenience Stores. The 148 Texas locations will be converted to Casey's stores, as will the other 50 in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi. ...
Judge dismisses RNC lawsuit to block Mississippi from counting late ballots
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit by the Republican National Committee aiming to prevent Mississippi from counting absentee ballots postmarked by Election Day but received up to five days later. U.S. District Judge Louis Guirola Jr. ruled that Mississippi’s procedure aligns with federal law and does not conflict with the elections clause, the electors […]
Extra day added to 2024 Mississippi State Fair
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The 165th Mississippi State Fair will include an extra day of fun this year! The 2024 Mississippi State Fair is now scheduled to run Thursday, October 3 through Monday, October 14 at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson. “The family fun will continue for an extra day at this year’s State […]