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Funeral Arrangements Announced for Former GSU Women’s Basketball Standout Jazmin Boyd
GRAMBLING, La. | Funeral Arrangements have been announced for former Grambling State University women's basketball player Jazmin Boyd. Jazmin Boyd Arrangements: Logos Missionary Baptist Church 310 Mobile St. Hattiesburg, Miss. Monday, July 29, 2024 Viewing 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. Monday, July 29, 2024 Funeral 2 p.m. Send Floral Arrangements to: McSwain & Myers Funeral Services LLC 1317 Hardy St. Hattiesburg, Miss., 39401.
USDA Grant Supports USM Research Benefitting State Agriculture Industry
A research project at The University of Southern Mississippi aiming to advance the Mississippi farming industry in sustainability and economic growth has earned a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Dr. Fan Zhang, associate professor in the School of Construction Management, and Dr. Zhe Qiang, associate professor in the...
2024’s luckiest numbers in the Mississippi Lottery
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Winning numbers from the Mississippi Lottery may be random, but many appear more often than others. Though many rituals for playing the lottery are questionable at best, the numbers on your ticket are the most important factor in winning it all. Though the numbers change every drawing, many of the same numbers reappear […]
JSU is now the first HBCU and first MS institution to receive this award. See what it is
Jackson State University became the first HBCU and the first institution in Mississippi to receive the prestigious Founders Award from the National Academy of Inventors. The Academy announced award recipients on July 17 for multiple categories including the Founders Award, which honors institutions that contribute to NAI’s success and impact while demonstrating a commitment to innovation. ...
MDE names six Mississippi Emerging Science of Reading Schools
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) designated six elementary schools as Mississippi Emerging Science of Reading Schools (SOR) for the 2024-25 school year. For the first time, a Mississippi Science of Reading School has been named. The 2024-25 Mississippi Science of Reading School is Senatobia Elementary. The six 2024-25 Mississippi Emerging […]
Swiss manufacturer Liebherr to bring jobs to north Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Liebherr, one of the largest manufacturers of construction equipment in the world, is bringing a $176 million investment and 180 jobs to northeast Mississippi, state officials announced Tuesday.
Mississippi catfish producers navigate challenges
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WJTV) – Lower feed prices are providing some relief to Mississippi’s catfish producers, but officials with the Mississippi State University (MSU) Extension Service said many are still facing more than their share of obstacles just to break even. Among these are middling demand, high operating costs and renovation. “Marketing challenges have delayed fish […]
Mississippi unemployment rate holds steady at record low 2.8%
(The Center Square) – Federal data shows Mississippi's unemployment rate remained at a record low 2.8% in June for the third consecutive month. That is an improvement over June 2023, when the rate was 3.1%. The national unemployment rate in June was 4.1%. The number of unemployed grew from 35,600 to 47,100. Initial unemployment claims were down from 6,338 in May to 5,652 in June. Continuing claims increased from 27,799...
MSDH offers free rides through Transportation to Health
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) launched Transportation to Health for those needing a ride to a county health department or participating pharmacy. According to the agency, the federal-grant funded program provides transportation to and from county health department clinics and offices for health services or a WIC appointment. Rides […]
Mississippi Public Service Commissioners to host Water Summit
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Public Service Commissioners (MPSC) will host a Water Summit. They’re inviting stakeholders and the public to join them on July 31, 2024. The event will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the MPSC Courtroom in the Woolfolk Building in Jackson. This summit aims to address pressing […]
2 teens hit by car in Jackson, 1 killed
JACKSON, Miss. — A 15-year-old girl was killed overnight when she and a friend were struck by a car. Detective Tommie Brown said a car was traveling in the 3400 block of Rainey Road at about 12:30 a.m. Friday, when it came over a hill and struck the two 15-year-old girls. The girls and another friend were walking along the road.
Chief blames increase in auto thefts on ‘soft target’ Kia and Hyundai vehicles
JACKSON, Miss. — The Jackson Police Department is cracking down on crime by holding a community meeting to address crime and other community concerns. JPD held a Real Time Command meeting Thursday at the Hope Spring Baptist Church. The meetings are held on the fourth week of each month. They offer the public a platform to address community concerns.
Another day of the same – Home – WCBI TV
Www.wcbi.com – Ashleigh Bryant – 2024-07-25 18:09:07. SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, weather conditions remain consistent with cool air, high humidity, and cloud cover, continuing into the weekend. Thursday night will see scattered rain and temperatures dipping into the lower 70s. On Friday, expect below-average highs in the mid-80s with lighter rain chances. As the weekend approaches, temperatures are projected to rise to the upper 80s and lower 90s, along with isolated to scattered showers. Overnight lows will continue to hover in the low to mid-70s. Overall, the region experiences a prolonged period of wet and cool conditions.
3 On Your Side Investigates: Off Base
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - When Tim Bennett took over Smith-Wills Stadium in 2019, he wanted to breathe new life into the facility and again make it a premier destination for baseball. The wind was at his back, having already been recognized by state leaders for helping bring in the Mississippi...
Ocean Springs encourages Mississippi artists to enter the Blue Moon Art Contest
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WKRG) — Mississippi artists could win a cash prize and be selected as a featured artist at an upcoming art contest. The contest is the Blue Moon Art Contest. According to a press release, the contest is open to Mississippi artists 21 years of age or older who submit a painted art […]
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