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Another Mississippi city bans the sale of kratom
Last week, Ridgeland Mayor Gene McGee and the Board of Aldermen unanimously approved a measure prohibiting the drug within city limits. Because it was passed unanimously, the measure will go into effect immediately. McGree said after the vote that the Ridgeland Police Department would begin working with businesses in about 10 days to pull the substance from the stores currently selling it.
Mississippi’s 2024 alligator hunting season opens Friday
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Mississippi’s public water alligator hunting season will begin on Friday, August 30. According to the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks (MDWFP), the season will begin at noon on August 30 and will end at noon on September 9. Permits, which are no longer available for the season, are limited […]
WATCH: ‘Firenado’ forms during Mississippi wildfire
Video Courtesy: MFC MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A wildfire burning in North Mississippi recently caused a “firenado.” Officials with the Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) shared a video of the fire whirl, also known as a firenado, on social media. They said a wildfire in Monroe County caused the firenado. A fire whirl is a […]
Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: August 30-September 1
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you’ll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (August 30-September 1) around Mississippi. Central Mississippi Food Truck Friday – Jackson – Friday Belhaven Block Party – Jackson – Friday Madison County Schools Education Foundation […]
Mississippi AG files lawsuit against PBMs for role in opioid epidemic
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Attorney General Lynn Fitch (R-Miss.) filed a lawsuit in the Hinds County Chancery Court against drug manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) accused of contributing to the opioid epidemic. “In Mississippi, we have seen this epidemic tear apart our families and communities. The opioid epidemic has killed so many of our […]
Want to rent a tiny house with a view of water? They're coming to Mississippi state parks
Do you want to go camping in style at a place where you can relax and enjoy a view of the water? Well, Mississippi's state parks have you covered and you don't even need a fancy camper. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks is rolling out tiny houses for rent at...
The importance of overdose awareness in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As Saturday marks International Overdose Awareness Day, it serves as a stark reminder of the deadly impact of drug abuse across Mississippi. Every August 31, the day highlights the devastating impact of drug overdoses and honors the memory of those who have lost their lives to them across the world. It also aims to reduce the stigma […]
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