MSDH reports state’s first coronavirus-related death
Health officials have confirmed Mississippi’s first coronavirus-related death. According to the State Department of Health, the Hancock County man was between the ages of 60-65 and suffered from “chronic underlying…
Nissan, Toyota plants to temporality halt production
The auto industry in Mississippi will be affected by the coronavirus outbreak as Nissan and Toyota prepare to temporality halt production at their plants in the U.S. The Nissan plant…
JSU confirms 2nd positive test of COVID-19 & Mayor of Oxford announces case in Lafayette County.
Jackson State University has its second confirmed case of coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. The student is isolated in a residence hall room on the Jackson State campus and will remain…
Congressman Trent Kelly Joins the Conversation from D.C. to Talk COVID19
Congressman Trent Kelly(Mississippi's 1st Congressional District) joins the conversation by phone from Washington D.C. to discuss the steps that Congress is taking to make sure that American's can come out…
Mississippi’s public schools to remain closed until April 17th
Governor Tate Reeves has signed an executive order closing Mississippi's public schools until April 17th. Working to take care of our children during this difficult time, Governor Reeves signed an…
Mississippi’s number of confirmed cases reaches 50
There are now 50 confirmed coronavirus cases in Mississippi. The Department of Health’s latest update includes 16 new cases spread out over 12 counties. Currently, Pearl River and Harrison Counties…
Department of Corrections responds to COVID-19 concerns
The Mississippi Department of Corrections has responded to frequently asked questions concerning the state's prison system during the COVID-19 pandemic. The full text is available below. In response to developments…
Mississippi Weather Outlook for Thursday, March 19th
Here’s a look at your statewide forecast: To the north, cloudy with a chance of showers and morning and afternoon thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 80's. Chance of showers and…
Thunder & Lightning: Revealing the 2020 Greatest Bulldog Bracket
Coronavirus may have taken away March Madness, but Brian Hadad and Joel Coleman aren't willing to go without a bracket this spring. The guys reveal the first ever Thunder &…
Governor Reeves requests assistance for small businesses
Information courtesy of MEMA Governor Tate Reeves has officially requested a disaster declaration by the U.S. Small Business Administration. This request will provide low-interest, Economic Injury Disaster Loans to small…
