14 fireworks safety tips
Did you know that there were approximately 11,500 fireworks-related injuries nationwide in 2021? Don't be part of that number this year and take these 14 tips from the Mississippi Fire…
Hyde-Smith issues Independence Day statement
Mississippi Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith issued the following statement for Mississippians in advance of their July 4th celebration. America is celebrating its 246th birthday today. As Americans gather to celebrate Independence…
Thunder & Lightning: Mississippi State Baseball Heats Up in the Portal
A week ago, Brian Hadad was panicking about Mississippi State's baseball's efforts in recruiting and the transfer portal, and Robbie Faulk told him to be patient. Today, Robbie was proven…
Mississippi Highway Patrol begins 4th of July enforcement period
As you get ready to hit the road for the upcoming 4th of July weekend, the Mississippi Highway Patrol has officially started its holiday enforcement period. Beginning Friday, July 1…
Southern Miss announces Dr. Joseph Paul as interim president
Southern Miss President Dr. Rodney Bennett’s last day as the school’s executive officer will be on July 15, according to the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning.…
MDOT urges safe driving for upcoming 4th of July weekend
As Mississippians plan to celebrate Independence Day throughout the weekend, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is encouraging people to drive responsibly. Independence Day is one of the most traveled…
Gunn’s comment regarding incestuous rape draws criticism
Amid numerous statements from elected officials regarding the recently overturned landmark Roe v. Wade case, one statement from Mississippi’s Speaker of the House Philip Gunn has risen above the others.…
Notable Mississippi laws that are now in effect
The 2022 legislative session was filled with the passing of numerous bills that will provide important changes across Mississippi, with a large amount expected to go into effect today. Here…
Appeal denied for death row inmate accused of murdering MSU students
The Mississippi State Supreme Court has denied an appeal from Willie "Fly" Manning who is sitting on death row after being convicted of capital murder. Manning was found guilty of…
