Mississippi legislators suspending work amid coronavirus
Legislators are voting to give city and county governments and local school boards the power to pay hourly employees who cannot work during emergencies.
Coronavirus Information
Nine additional cases of coronavirus found in Mississippi, total up to 21
State health department officials said at least 389 people have been tested in the state.
SMART buses to operated with limited service in Starkville
There will be one bus per route and they will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. everyday, except Sunday.
City of Columbus being proactive in wake of COVID-19
Columbus city leaders are taking action to help prevent the spread of coronavirus in the city.
State phone provider providing free phone calls for inmates
The free calls will be provided from March 17 through April 13. No credit will be given if the free calls are not used.
Two Monroe County events postponed
Postponement dates are being discussed but future plans are not set in stone.
Columbus school district keeping students educated amid coronavirus
The school district developed an academic contingency plan to assist students during school closures.
Vowell's Marketplace provides free school lunches for families
The people who work at Vowell's rolled up their sleeves and pulled food off the shelves to provide breakfast and lunch for students.
Alabama up to 29 confirmed coronavirus cases
Governor Kay Ivey issued a state of emergency last Friday after the first confirmed case was found.
Lowndes County, City of Columbus declare local state of emergency
First responders will soon be implementing a plan for answering calls to determine if a patient might be infected before arriving on scene
MDWFP announces changes amid coronavirus concern
During this time, all personnel not assigned to state and regional offices will continue to provide services statewide and remain fully operational.
Alabama announces support for workers impacted by COVID-19
Employers who decide to shut down due to causes related to COVID-19 should treat the shutdown as a temporary layoff.
Baptist Golden Triangle changes visitation policy
As we are in a time of global pandemic, the following visitor guidelines are in place starting at 4:00 pm. Monday, March 16:
SMART routes in Starkville canceled
The cancellation of service is in the interest of public health and safety.
Case of coronavirus reported in Monroe County
They were identified Monday and brought the state's total to 12 confirmed cases.
UMMC Student tests positive for COVID-19
A University of Mississippi Medical Center student has tested positive for COVID-19. According to UMMC, the student is currently in self-isolation at home.
Public Service Commission prohibits all utility shutoffs for sixty days
"This doesn't alleviate any customer's responsibility to pay their bills, but prevents service shutoffs during this period," says Commissioner Brandon Presley.
10 Coronavirus cases reported in Mississippi
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported four new cases of the coronavirus in Mississippi. The cases were identified in weekend testing.
Jackson State student tests positive for Coronavirus
Jackson State University confirmed a student tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19). The student is currently isolated at home.
Gov. Tate Reeves declares State of Emergency to protect public health
We will continue coordinating our response efforts and prioritizing the health and well-being for all who call Mississippi home," said Governor Tate Reeves.
Businesses fear revenue loss from drop in student population
"We've told them if you feel safer at home, please stay at home, or if you need to come back and work you can," said Dinkins.
Presley asks FCC to take steps to help students and workers impacted by coronavirus
AT&T has agreed to waive data caps for home internet customers, however, that does not apply to mobile data caps.
Flights continue at Golden Triangle Regional Airport
The staff at the airport is monitoring the CDC for updates - and continuing to do their own jobs which includes sanitizing public areas.