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Mississippi 2nd Chance players win more than $500,000
JACKSON, Miss (WJTV) – Scratch-off tickets that started as non-winners turned into $540,000 for six players in the Mississippi Lottery’s July 2, 2024, 2nd Chance promotional drawing! The 2nd Chance promotional drawing included six eligible scratch-off games. Winners will be contacted in the next week via a certified letter: Players can continue to enter non-winning tickets at […]
Photo Gallery: Environmental coverage across Mississippi
As photojournalists, we travel across the state, capturing moments that resonate beyond pixels and frames. From the Delta to the Gulf Coast, we bear witness to the environmental issues shaping the lives of Mississippians firsthand. These images document the impact of climate change, pollution, and natural disasters on local communities. Traveling to the heart of these stories is integral to Mississippi Today’s commitment to honest and impactful reporting, ensuring that the voices and experiences of those affected are vividly portrayed.
Mississippi judges order legislative maps to be redrawn
A federal court has ordered Mississippi to redraw parts of its legislative map on the grounds that the current Republican-drawn one discriminates against black voters. In a 119-page decision released Tuesday, a three-judge panel ordered the state to redraw two new black-majority Senate districts and one new black-majority House district. The Senate districts would be […]
Mississippi recreational Red Snapper season to close soon: Department of Marine Resources
BILOXI, Miss. (WKRG) — The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources announced the recreational Red Snapper season is closing soon. According to a news release from MDMR, recreational Red Snapper season will close on Sunday, July 7, at 11:59 p.m. Once the season ends, “no Red Snapper shall be landed or possessed in Mississippi state territorial […]
Mississippi disability advocate fundraises for others, national pageant
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Columbus native Mercetia Jenkins seeks to win a national beauty pageant in August and make a difference in the lives and attitudes toward disabled Mississippians. The annual Ms. Wheelchair Mississippi competition selects the state’s most accomplished and articulate spokeswoman for people with disabilities. Jenkins became the titleholder in February. The Ms. […]
Drive safely this July Fourth holiday
Motorists in Mississippi are encouraged to travel safely this July Fourth holiday. The Mississippi Highway Patrol’s 2024 Independence Day Holiday Travel Period begins at 6 a.m. Thursday, July 4, and continues until midnight, Sunday, July 7. “As we make the plans to celebrate this Independence Day weekend, let’s also commit to making safety a top […] The post Drive safely this July Fourth holiday appeared first on Daily Leader.
Brookhaven Alderman calls out cash concerns
A Brookhaven alderman expressed his concern this week over two areas of cash outflow — the cost of mowing abandoned lots, and Police Department overtime. City Inspector David Fearn had just presented the board Tuesday with lists of abandoned houses that need to be torn down and removed, and overgrown lots that need to be […] The post Brookhaven Alderman calls out cash concerns appeared first on Daily Leader.
Pine Belt military museums welcome visitors for 4th of July
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - Two Pine Belt military museums opened their doors Thursday, to celebrate the Fourth of July. The Veterans Memorial Museum in Laurel and the Mississippi Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby welcomed visitors from South Mississippi and beyond. Erin Bilbo, her husband and two sons made...
Vicksburg’s Blake Teller appointed to Access to Justice Commission
Vicksburg attorney Blake Teller has been appointed to the Access to Justice Commission. Teller was appointed to the commission along with Chancellor Joseph Kilgore of Philadelphia and attorney Michael Carr of Cleveland. Hinds Chancery Judge Tiffany Grove of Raymond and attorneys Julian Miller of Jackson and David Haadsma of Tupelo were reappointed to the commission. […]
Keeping cool at the 40th annual Our Lady of the Gulf Crab Festival
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WLOX) - Not even a heat index of 109 could keep people from enjoying the 40th annual Crab Festival in Bay St. Louis on Thursday. Misting fans worked overtime under food awnings to help people cool off before diving in. While the spinning rides offered a breeze, the rain shower stole the show as it brought temperatures down.
Hours-long manhunt ends with successful capture at Harrison Co. cemetery
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) - A story WLOX has been following since Wednesday is continuing to unfold — a homicide investigation following the death of 22-year-old Lauren Johansen. 23-year-old Bricen Rivers is now behind bars in Harrison County charged with one count of murder. Multiple law enforcement agencies filled...
First Alert Forecast: scattered showers, storms expected over the weekend
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - TONIGHT: While a lingering shower is possible, most locations are forecast stay dry and muggy overnight. Expect temperatures to bottom out in the middle to upper 70s by morning. FRIDAY: More summertime showers and thunderstorms are likely at times throughout Friday ahead of an incoming frontal...
Hardin taking his talents to ECCC
R.B. Hardin, a standout varsity catcher for Neshoba Central, is set to continue his baseball journey at East Central Community College after graduating in May. His parents are Donald “Mutt” and Brookes Hardin of Philadelphia. A highly sought-after prospect, Hardin received offers from several community colleges, including East...
JPD cracking down on speeders
JACKSON, Miss. — The Jackson Police Department is cracking down on speeders. Officers are using handheld laser devices that can catch drivers speeding from 2,000 feet away. Not only that, but the device can clock the speed of multiple vehicles simultaneously. JPD DUI Enforcement Officer Harrison Matory said, "These...
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