MUW program aims to increase women in political office
There was a slogan that took hold during the 60s and 70s: "A woman's place is in the House - and the Senate."
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Americans reporting nationwide cellular outages from AT&T, Cricket Wireless and other providers
A number of Americans are dealing with cellular outages on AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Verizon, T-Mobile, and other service providers, according to data from Downdetector.
MUW name change stalls again: Current bill unlikely to pass
The second effort to change Mississippi University for Women's name is apparently not going to happen under the current bill.
Court on the Road: State Court of Appeals visits MUW
Students at the Mississippi University for Women were the latest spectators for The Court of Appeals' Court on the Road program.
Joint operation results in human trafficking arrest in Monroe County
A joint operation between county and state investigators resulted in a human trafficking arrest in Monroe County.
Representative Dana McLean weighs in on Wynbridge
The proposed name change for Mississippi University for Women is now in front of state lawmakers. Representative Dana McLean said there's another option that university leaders failed to consider.
House Bill renames university, establishes identity as 'The W'
State legislators introduced House Bill 1155 (HB1155) Wednesday evening, which upon approval, formally solidifies the university’s commitment to remain “The W” with official documents denoting the formal name as “Wynbridge State University of Mississippi.”
MUW's nursing program ranks #1 in Mississippi
One thing that hasn't changed with Mississippi University for Women, is its success within its nursing program.
$116,403 Mississippi Match 5 Jackpot Hit
One Mississippi Lottery player received quite the Valentine’s Day gift when they won the $116,403 Mississippi Match 5 jackpot from the Feb. 14 drawing.
Statewide mock tornado drill planned for Wednesday, February 14
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency, local emergency managers, and the National Weather Service will spotlight the dangers of severe weather, and what you can do to be prepared.
JSU's Sonic Boom of the South performs with Usher at Super Bowl
Sharp-eyed and sharp-eared viewers caught a "Sonic Boom" during the Super Bowl Halftime Show. The Jackson State University Marching Band played on one of entertainment's largest stages.
Edelen Renewables names Brandon Presley strategic initiatives VP
Brandon Presley, who also served as Public Service Commissioner for the Northern District of Mississippi, has been named Vice President of Strategic Initiatives for Edelen Renewables.
Starkville Garden Club plants trees to celebrate state Arbor Day
The second Friday in February is Arbor Day in Mississippi, and the Starkville Town and Country Garden Club celebrated the best way possible by planting trees.
Primary voter registration deadline: February 12
A voter registration deadline is looming for the Presidential, U.S. Senate, and U.S. Representative primary elections. You must register in person to vote by the end of business Monday at your circuit clerk's office.
US Forestry Service conducts controlled burn in north Mississippi
People traveling through Lafayette and Union counties and fishermen on Sardis Lake may have noticed a lot of smoke in the air.
March of the Mayors: City leaders step up to help feed communities
Northern Mississippi cities are stepping up to help residents who are having trouble making ends meet. And their mayors are leading the way.
Lottery Makes January Transfer of $8,521,485 to State
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation completed its January transfer of $8,521,485.75 in net proceeds to the Lottery Proceeds Fund in the Mississippi State Treasury.
Governor Reeves' budget plan request: To end personal income tax
The request to phase out Mississippi's personal income tax is picking up steam once again by Governor Tate Reeves, according to a report by the Associated Press.
Meet the Top 8 Lucky Dog Promo Winners
Eight loveable canines stood out from a litter of more than 3,300 dog photo submissions to fetch the top spots in the Mississippi Lottery’s 2024 Lucky Dog promotion.
WCBI-TV CBS, WLOV-TV FOX announce changes
WCBI-TV CBS and WLOV-TV FOX are making a big move. Beginning Friday, February 2, the Fox affiliation will move from WLOV to WCBI 4.2.
Former Auburn star receiver, College Football Hall of Famer Terry Beasley dies at 73
Terry Beasley, a former Auburn star receiver and College Football Hall of Famer, has died of an apparent suicide, according to police. He was 73.
Gov. Reeves again calls for phasing out personal income tax in his budget plan
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves is renewing his call for legislators to phase out the state's personal income tax over several years, and he is asking them to spend more money on economic development, highways, and the judiciary.