Deadline extension: Ag producers can still apply for MASA funding
Update: Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson announced that the application deadline for the Mississippi Agriculture Stabilization Act funds has been extended through December 1st. “We have received hundreds of applications from Mississippi…
Tips for gathering safely during the holidays
The annual preparations for holiday gatherings normally focus on menu and decorations, but COVID-19 has shifted attention to the logistics of making get-togethers safe for all. Everybody can take steps…
Mississippi Weather Outlook for Tuesday, November 17th
Here's a look at your statewide forecast: To the north, sunny with highs in the lower to mid 60's. Clear tonight with areas of frost after midnight. Lows in the…
Six arrested in undercover human trafficking operation
A recent undercover human trafficking operation in North Mississippi resulted in six arrests. Conducted by the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office and the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation's Special Victims Unit, the operation…
Gov. unveils budget recommendation, expands “Safe Recovery” order
During a Facebook Live session, as he continues to self-isolate, Governor Tate Reeves announced the addition of seven new counties that will be placed under his latest executive order, and…
Mississippi sports car racer Jim Pace dies from COVID-19
(Image Source: Jim Pace Facebook) Mississippi native and former sports car racer Jim Pace has passed away at the age of 59 due to complications from COVID-19. Pace, who was…
UMMC Vice Chancellor: Avoid Lockdown “at all costs”
Last week, Governor Tate Reeves said that Mississippi would not be participating in a nationwide lockdown if President-elect Joe Biden were to enforce one, and now, it seems as if…
Ole Miss-Texas A&M matchup postponed due to COVID-19
After four games on the SEC slate were pushed back this past Saturday due to COVID-19, Ole Miss’ scheduled visit to College Station this weekend has now been postponed. Texas…
MSDH confirms 589 new COVID-19 cases, 2 deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 589 new cases of COVID-19. Today’s report — which follows heightened totals on Saturday (1,370) & Sunday (969) — brings the state’s…
Online tool allows you to determine COVID risk during holidays based on location
As the number of COVID-19 cases rises across the U.S., an easy-to-use online tool has been developed to determine risk in a specific area. The map shows the risk level…
