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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 […]
Dove season opener could be a wet one
BROOKHAVEN — Forecasts are looking a little more favorable for the opening day of dove season in Mississippi. Lincoln County has a 40 percent chance of rain Sunday which is an improvement from the 70 percent and 60 percent outlook earlier this week. A good bit of rain fell Saturday morning in parts of Lincoln […] The post Dove season opener could be a wet one appeared first on Daily Leader.
Mississippi woman arrested after officials find $75,000 worth of marijuana in vehicle on I-55
KENTWOOD - Detectives arrested a Mississippi woman on multiple drug charges after officials found 50 pounds of marijuana in her vehicle on Interstate 55 in the Kentwood area. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said Narcotics Detectives were conducting proactive drug enforcement along I-55 near Kentwood when they saw a vehicle traveling slowly in the left lane holding up traffic.
Recreational fishing season opening for Greater Amberjack
BILOXI, Miss. – Officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources announced that the recreational fishing season for Greater Amberjack will open in Mississippi territorial waters. The season begins on September 1, 2024, at 12:01 a.m. local time. The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is dedicated to enhancing, protecting...
Insurance Commissioner Chaney pushing for his job to be appointed, not elected
By Bobby Harrison Mississippi Today Longtime Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney confirmed Wednesday he has met with legislative leadership about making his position appointed instead of elected. Chaney, R-Vicksburg, who was first elected to the statewide post in 2007, said he has come to the conclusion that a person who is appointed “can do a better […]
Life Dental Group named 5th fastest-growing company in MS
Life Dental Group, a leading dental services organization based in Oxford has been named the fifth fastest-growing company in the state, earning a spot on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list. This marks the fourth consecutive year that Life Dental Group has been recognized among the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. The Inc. 5000 […] The post Life Dental Group named 5th fastest-growing company in MS appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Counties with the highest unemployment in Mississippi
Unemployment rates are rising across U.S. metropolitan areas, provoking alarm across the nation and likely leading to interest rate cuts in September. As of July, unemployment rates increased in 350 out of 389 U.S. metros areas—including 47 of the 51 largest metros, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. To get a glimpse of regional […]
Who will be on Mississippi’s ballot in November 2024?
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As the 2024 election nears, the two biggest names in national politics are not on the ballot in Mississippi. Both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris received their respective party’s nominations in July and August. Judicial races will take place across the state. The most competitive race is for […]
Mississippi Coast hotels gear up ahead of Labor Day traffic
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) - Hotels are staffed up in preparation for a high number of guests this holiday weekend. Some hotels say they are expecting to be fully booked and sold out of rooms. Many locations are preparing special events to kick of the holiday weekend. With Labor Day...
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