Governor Tate Reeves has announced that Mississippis statewide mask mandate will expire at 5 p.m today. A new executive order has been signed in its place, which will keep certain social distancing guidelines in effect until at least mid-November. While … Continued
Ahead of what, according to several polls, has become a tightly contested Senate race in Mississippi, Democratic challenger Mike Espy has received the endorsement of presidential candidate Joe Biden. A lifelong Mississippian, Mike Espy has spent his career working to … Continued
With the third week of the 2020 NFL season in the books, here were the top performances by Mississippi players. Jamie Collins (Detroit Lions – LB) Jamie Collins is the first Southern Miss alum to find himself on this list. Arguably … Continued
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 552 new cases of COVID-19. Todays report brings the states total number of cases up to 98,190. With the confirmation of *12 additional deaths, 2,969 Mississippians have passed away from the virus. … Continued
While the deadline to fill out the 2020 United States Census is currently up in the air, you shouldnt wait to complete it. Why? Well, heres two reasons: (1) the state of Mississippi receives $5,000 in federal dollars per year … Continued
After consecutive days under 200, the Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 589 new cases of COVID-19. Todays report brings the states total number of cases up to 97,638. With the confirmation of *36 additional deaths, 2,957 Mississippians have … Continued
Preliminary events for the 2020 Sanderson Farms Championship are underway, and while you may not be able to attend this years tournament, through the ongoing All in for Childrens campaign, you can still help support Blair E. Batson Childrens hospital. … Continued
The Secretary of State’s Office will host the first of five public hearings regarding Initiative Measure No. 65 (medical marijuana) in Oxford on Wednesday, September 30, 2020. The event will be held at The Gertrude Castellow Ford Center for the Performing … Continued
A correctional supervisor at the South Mississippi Correctional Institution in Greene County is facing criminal charges and the loss of her job as Commissioner Burl Cain continues implementing changes to make the prison system safer. Lt. LaShawn Lynette Coleman, 53, … Continued
Monday marked the beginning of Manufacturing Week in Mississippi, highlighting the work being done to promote a strong manufacturing climate in the Magnolia State. “Manufacturing is the engine that powers Mississippi’s economy,” said Governor Tate Reeves in his signed proclamation. “The … Continued