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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 […]
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...
JSU first HBCU, Mississippi university to receive major award
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson State University (JSU) set Mississippi and HBCU history by receiving a flagship award from the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). JSU announced Monday its achievement of earning the Founder’s Award from the organization with over 4,600 members. It is presented to institutions significantly contributing to NAI’s success by enhancing its reach, promoting […]
Coast businesses host “Halfway to Geaux” as runners train for this year’s marathon
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - To mark the halfway point to this year’s Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon, FRESHJUNKIE Racing partnered with Fly Llama Brewing Company to host the “Halfway to Geaux” event on Tuesday. Organizers said they appreciate how tough it is for runners to stay motivated throughout...
Podcast: A slow time in the world of sports?
Podcast: Mississippi’s big night at the MLB Draft. Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Rick Cleveland, a native of Hattiesburg and resident of Jackson, has been Mississippi Today’s sports columnist since 2016. A graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi with a bachelor’s in journalism, Rick has worked for the Monroe (La.) News Star World, Jackson Daily News and Clarion Ledger. He was sports editor of Hattiesburg American, executive director of the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame. His work as a syndicated columnist and celebrated sports writer has appeared in numerous magazines, periodicals and newspapers.
Drug Trafficking, Contraband in Prison, and Petit Larceny in Leake and Attala Arrests
JEFFERY RYDELL BROWN, 43, of Carthage, Bench Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, Hold for Other Agency, Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, CPD. Bond $0, N/A, $25,000, $15,000, $639.25. KEVIN C CROSS, 30, of Carthage, Disorderly Conduct...
Clark will headline NAACP banquet Panola native is Hinds election commissioner
Clark will headline NAACP banquet Panola native is Hinds election commissioner The Panola County Branch of the NAACP will hold its 50th anniversary banquet on Saturday, July 28, at the Booth Event Center in Batesville. The program will begin at 6 p.m. and feature guest speaker Jermal C. Clark, a Hinds County Election Commissioner and […] The post Clark will headline NAACP banquet Panola native is Hinds election commissioner appeared first on The Panolian.
MDHS Hinds County office closed due to AC outage
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Hinds County office of the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) temporarily closed on Wednesday, July 24. MDHS officials said the office closed due to an air conditioning system outage. They said the issue was discovered on Wednesday, which forced the closure for safety reasons. According to the agency, the […]
Local marching band to perform in nation’s oldest Thanksgiving Day parade
The Leake County High School marching band has been invited to perform in the country’s oldest Thanksgiving Day Parade. That event is the Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philadelphia, PA. This year will be the 105th edition of the parade, which has aired on WPVI-TV (6ABC) since 1966.
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 […]
Truth Lounge owners to ask court for injunction against city to allow it to reopen at hearing Thursday
NATCHEZ — The Truth Lounge owners have filed an application for a preliminary injunction against the City of Natchez in Sixth District Circuit Court. Circuit Court Judge Carmen Drake will hear the application at 2 p.m. on Thursday in the Adams County Courthouse. The Truth Lounge has been closed since April 25, when the city’s […] The post Truth Lounge owners to ask court for injunction against city to allow it to reopen at hearing Thursday appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Byram mayor hopes to increase police, firefighter pay as part of 2025 budget
BYRAM, Miss. (WLBT) - Budget talks for Byram are expected to get underway next week, and Mayor Richard White is hoping the city can find the funds to give police and firefighters a raise. Two budget work sessions are slated for July 30 and August 1 at Byram City Hall.
Visit Natchez announces new edition of ‘Natchez African American History Trail’
NATCHEZ, Miss. — A newly revised edition of the “Natchez African American History Trail: A Self-Guided Tour,” has been published and is now available as a pocket-sized resource on Natchez history. The free 20-page booklet is a full-color product that features 29 African American sites. In addition...
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