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.
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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.
Mississippi Lottery Players on a Winning Streak in February
February has been a month to remember for many Mississippi Lottery players, with a wave of big winners across the state in just 20 short days—including three newfound millionaires.
Flu numbers remain high across the state of Mississippi
The Mississippi State Department of Health reports the latest numbers show a 7.9% rate of patients at medical facilities with flu-like symptoms.
From farms to bakeries, egg shortages and price hikes are challenging small businesses
Sources from Associated Press say small business owners that rely on eggs for their products are facing sticker shock because the usually reliable staple is in short supply.
MHSAA changes policies after sidelining school runner last season
When District six State Senator Chad McMahan heard about the MHSAA's decision to sideline Andrew Brown from track season last spring, he started looking into the private organization, which is the official sanctioning body of all public high school athletic competitions in Mississippi.