MEMA reports $22.5 million in Ida damages, requests disaster declaration
Photo courtesy of MEMA Mississippi has officially requested a Major Disaster Declaration from the federal government for both ‘Public & Individual Assistance’ following the impact of Hurricane Ida. After the…
Interim director appointed at MDES as Turner exits
An interim executive director has been appointed to lead the Mississippi Department of Employment Security. Governor Tate Reeves has appointed Robin Stewart as the interim director following the retirement of…
Mississippi leads nation in the number of African-American vaccinations
Mississippi leads the nation in the number of African-American vaccinations at 41%, according to Dr. Dan Edney with the MS Coronavirus Task Force. Nationally 31% of blacks are vaccinated. 44%…
Outbreak of “blue-tongue” in deer emerging in MS
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) has received an increasing number of sick and/or deceased deer reports within the past weeks. Wildlife Biologists suspect Mississippi may be…
No date set, but Reeves says special session occurring “sooner rather than later”
While some lawmakers have stated their expectation that a special session could be called by Friday to address medical marijuana, the one person who has the authority to make the…
Tired of public corruption? One State Senator hopes you’ll be able to track those stealing from MS
State Senator Jeremy England recently noted that it seems like every week there is a new story about some government official or worker charged with embezzlement - or stealing public…
Flu shots now available at all MSDH county health departments
With flu season fast approaching, health officials are urging you to get your shot. Seasonal influenza vaccinations are now available for children and qualifying adults at all Mississippi State Department…
Thunder & Lightning: The Rumblings Always Go Deep
The Rumblings give you the best of both worlds, plenty of time of possession, and plenty of explosive plays. Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk jump into another great edition of…
Wicker questions military officials on Afghanistan withdrawal during hearing
For the first time since the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, top military officials testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee and answered questions from its members, including Senator Roger Wicker. …
