‘Perfect storm’ for soaring gas prices could hit Mississippi this summer
Pronounced unrest in the Middle East could be one of multiple factors that might combine for a sharp climb in prices at the pump this summer, one travel official says.…
Rankin County man sentenced to 45 years for sexually abusing child
A Rankin County man has been sentenced to nearly half a century behind bars after being found guilty of sexually abusing a child. Matthew Gardner, 26, was sentenced Thursday to…
Two Mississippi Museums offering free admission on July 2 in honor of Medgar Evers’ birthday
In honor of late civil rights icon Medgar Evers’ birthday, admission to the Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson will be free on Wednesday, July 2. Sponsored by the Foundation for…
Leake County man accused of murdering infant child
A Mississippi man is charged with capital murder in connection with an infant's death. Leake County Sheriff Randy Atkinson told Breezy News that 32-year-old Robert Tanner Pigg is behind bars…
Tupelo mayor eyes October 2026 for Target opening
Good news for shoppers in northeast Mississippi: after years of anticipation, a projected date has been set for Target to open its doors in Tupelo. Tupelo Mayor Todd Jordan announced…
ESPN to feature 2025 Neshoba County Fair in upcoming series
The Worldwide Leader in Sports is coming to the Neshoba County Fair this year as a part of a 50-state tour. SportsCenter, ESPN's marquee program, is breathing new life into…
Chapel Hart to perform free concert in Greenwood on Thursday
Mississippi’s favorite country music trio will be taking the stage in Greenwood on Thursday, June 26, for an early Independence Day celebration. Poplarville-based Chapel Hart will headline this year’s “Stars…
Thunder & Lightning: Is Mississippi State-Missouri A Game the Bulldogs Can Win?
There was a moment early in Mississippi State's game against Missouri where it looked like the Bulldogs might be about to break through and take an SEC victory. That quickly…
T&L Opponent Preview: Mississippi State-Missouri with The Columbia Tribune’s Calum McAndrew
Mississippi State's second ever trip to Missouri will come in late November, and the Bulldogs would love to find a way to grab a victory over the Tigers. Brian Hadad…
Your Mississippi forecast for Thursday, June 26
High temperatures and humidity will result in a dangerous heat stress on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. Here’s your forecast for the entire state. Northern Mississippi It’s looking…
