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MDOT urges preparedness on 19th anniversary of Katrina
It’s been nearly 20 years since Hurricane Katrina made landfall, but the storm continues to shape life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. On the 19th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) urges residents to have a preparedness plan in place, especially during peak hurricane season. “Like so many people who lived […] The post MDOT urges preparedness on 19th anniversary of Katrina appeared first on Daily Leader.
Biden administration approves Mississippi’s $1.2 billion internet access plan
The approval allows Mississippi to request $1.2 billion and go from planning to action on the BEAD program. South Dakota was cleared to request $207 million. The post Biden administration approves Mississippi’s $1.2 billion internet access plan appeared first on Mississippi Today.
Hurricane Katrina made landfall 19 years ago today
It has been 19 years since Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast. Hurricane Katrina made landfall on Aug. 29, 2005, causing extensive damage along the Mississippi Gulf Coast and in New Orleans. According to WDSU Chief Meteorologist Emeritus Margaret Orr, the way the ingredients came together during the summer of...
Insurance Commissioner Chaney pushing for his job to be appointed, not elected
Long-time Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney confirmed Wednesday he has met with legislative leadership about making his position appointed instead of elected. The Republican Chaney, 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 job regulating the industry and protecting the consumers” than someone elected to the post.
West Virginia, Louisiana Among Top 10 “Most Obese” States in New Study
A recent study by fitness app Flex AI has revealed the most obese states in the U.S. West Virginia tops the list. The post West Virginia, Louisiana Among Top 10 “Most Obese” States in New Study appeared first on Black America Web.
Reward increased for missing man in Noxubee Co.
Www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-08-28 18:39:05. SUMMARY: The reward for information about missing Noxubee County man Kenneth Reed has increased. Last seen in February 2023 in Shuqualak, his vehicle was located but he remains missing. Reed’s family is offering a $500 reward for information regarding his disappearance and a $15,000 reward for details about his current whereabouts. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Noxubee County Sheriff’s Department or Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers.
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