Cotton crops struggling in wet weather
All of Mississippi's 2019 cotton crop has emerged, but it's off to a slow start. Of approximately 700,000 acres of cotton planted statewide this year, 57% is rated fair or…
MDE: Students make significant gains on statewide assessment
According to the Mississippi Department of Education, the results of Mississippi’s statewide assessment of learning in pre-K and kindergarten show the majority of the state’s youngest students continue to make…
Weekend weather rundown: 7-21-19
Here's a quick rundown of the weather today across Mississippi. In north Mississippi, mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning and afternoon. Highs near…
While algae bloom remains seafood deemed safe to eat
A Harmful Algal Bloom is still affecting all of South Mississippi's beaches in Hancock, Harrison, and Jackson Counties. The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, continues…
MDOT announces $10 million in funding for state projects
The Mississippi Transportation Commission (MTC) recently announced $10.1 million in funding for intermodal projects throughout the state. The commission approved the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) to award grants to…
Weekend weather rundown: 7-20-19
Here's a quick rundown of the weather today across Mississippi. In north Mississippi, mostly sunny skies with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning and afternoon. Highs…
50th Anniversary of Moon Landing is July 20th – Stennis Space Center played a large role
On Thursday, Mississippi Congressman Michael Guest recognized the role the Stennis Space Center played in testing rockets used in the Apollo 11 mission. Click here to watch video. “The men…
Reeves outlines $100 million workforce development plan
Earlier this week while speaking at Taylor Power Systems, Republican gubernatorial candidate and current Lt. Governor Tate Reeves announced a plan to invest $100 million in Mississippi's workforce development efforts.…
Four Bulldogs named to preseason All-SEC teams
Graphic courtesy of MSU Athletics Four Bulldogs were named to preseason All-SEC teams at the conclusion of SEC Media Days. LB Erroll Thompson was the Bulldogs’ lone first-team selection as…
