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.
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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.
Mississippi lawmakers advance bill to legalize online sports betting
A bill advancing in Mississippi's Legislature would legalize online sports betting in the state, where analysts say consumer demand continues to fuel a thriving black market.
Prisoners in the US are part of a hidden workforce linked to hundreds of popular food brands
A hidden path to America’s dinner tables begins here, at an unlikely source – a former Southern slave plantation that is now the country’s largest maximum-security prison.
Lottery Announces February Scratch-Off Games
The Mississippi Lottery unveils a new $20 ticket – 200X Cash Blitz – at retailers across the state beginning Tuesday, Feb. 6., along with two more exciting scratch-off games.
Potential dam breach watch issued for Arkabutla Dam
All eyes are on the Arkabutla Dam located in Desoto and Tate Counties in far northwest Mississippi. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued a potential dam breach watch for the dam.
$20 Jackson Ticket Produces First $1 Million Winner
A Lee County woman walked away from the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters with the title of being the first millionaire winner of the $20 Jackson Game.
Mississippi Lottery Launches Green for Spring Promotion 2024
Defrost from the chilly temps with the Mississippi Lottery’s Green for Spring 2024 promotion, featuring sizzling cash prizes over eight drawings ranging from $500 to $15,000.
Governor Reeves calls for Special Session to finalize $10B project
For the second time this month, Governor Tate Reeves was calling for a Special Session of the Mississippi Legislature. The subject would be to finalize what Reeves was calling the largest economic development project in state history.
National Passenger Safety Week: Being aware of passenger safety
The week-long campaign is designed to bring awareness to those who aren't behind the wheel, but still suffer the consequences of poor driving habits.