Old familiar Blue Bell flavor to return to stores
The Blue Bell company announced on Wednesday, April 30, that Groom's Cake Ice Cream won The Great Scoop Revival Flavor Tournament and will return to stores.
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Voter registration deadline approaches for upcoming general elections
A voter registration deadline is almost here for the upcoming General Elections. Mississippians must register in person to vote by May 5.
Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan is accused of helping a man evade immigration agents and is arrested
Sources from Associated Press say that the FBI on Friday, April 18, arrested a Milwaukee judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities
Trump will hold a rally in Michigan next week to mark his first 100 days in office
According to The Associated Press, President Donald Trump will mark his first 100 days in office next week with a rally in Michigan, his first since returning to the White House earlier this year.
Columbus student named semifinalist for US Presidential Scholars
A Columbus High School student is being recognized as a semifinalist in the National Presidential Scholars Program.
Sweet potato soon to be Mississippi's official vegetable
The sweet potato is soon to be the official vegetable of the Magnolia state.
Deadline placed for residents to obtain real-ID compliant license
May 7 is the deadline for people across the country to have a REAL-ID compliant driver's license or identification card.
MS receives $10.8 million from the lottery
Mississippi continues to cash in on the lottery.
An update from MEMA on previous storm damage
According to an update from MEMA, storm damage has been reported in 20 counties.
Federal prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing
According to the Associated Press, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Tuesday that she has directed prosecutors to seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
Trump to hold a meeting on possible investors to buy TikTok with possible ban at stake
Sources from the Associated Press say that President Donald Trump will hold a Wednesday meeting with aides about possible investors who could buy a stake in TikTok
MS Supreme Court denies Ivy's motion to dismiss appeal
The Mississippi Supreme Court has denied Ivy's motion to dismiss the appeal. Meaning the race will be on April 1's primary election ballot.
Lamar Co. recovers after receiving damage from severe weather
Lamar County saw the aftermath of the severe weather that came through early on March 31. Emergency Management Director Michael Wisdom said the county had straight-line wind damage and a lot of rain causing trees to fall down on roads.
Archeologists unearth signs from 1700s of British control in Florida after centuries of Spanish rule
Sources from Associated Press say the city of St. Augustine, with its centuries-old buildings and massive stone fort, is an enduring reminder of Spain’s storied history in Florida
MS Governor to sign income tax elimination bill
There may be some misplaced decimal points; but today, Governor Tate Reeves will place his signature on a bill that will eliminate the state income tax.
MEMA gives update on storms and damage across Mississippi
Another Mississippian has died from this past weekend's tornado outbreak, bringing the death toll to seven.
Tupelo voters to have new precinct at polls next month
Voters in the All America City could notice some big changes with the upcoming municipal elections.
Former teacher from Corinth faces child pornography charges
A former Corinth teacher was in Federal Court this morning answering charges of producing child pornography.
An update on the bird flu case reported in Noxubee County
The third case of bird flu in the state has been found in Noxubee County.
Mega Millions to Get MEGA Enhancements Starting April 2025
Sources from Mississippi Lottery say that the popular multi-state draw game Mega Millions will undergo a major makeover with sales beginning on April 5, featuring bigger jackpots, automatic multipliers, and enhanced prizes.
MEMA provides an update on storm damage from this week
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency releases new damage numbers from the storm system that swept through the state this week.
Sheriff's Department in search of a missing person in Lowndes Co.
The Lowndes County Sheriff's Department continues to search for a missing man involved in an alleged domestic violence incident.
Deadline for Municipal Election voter registration is approaching
A voter registration deadline is looming for upcoming municipal elections. Mississippians must register in person to vote by March 1.
Driver left unscathed after truck crashes into flood waters in Millport
A West Alabama driver escapes injury after crashing into flood waters.