Definitive agreement signed to sell Starkville hospital to Baptist Memorial
Starkville’s only hospital is closer to having a new owner. WTVA reported that the Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors signed a definitive asset purchase agreement on Wednesday, allowing Baptist Memorial…
Biloxi Shuckers teaming up with broadband company for giveaway night
The Biloxi Shuckers are teaming up once again with Sparklight, a leading broadband provider and longtime sponsor of the team, to host Sparklight Night on Friday, Aug. 22, when the…
Circle K gas stations offering 40-cent per gallon discount on Thursday
Mississippi drivers can expect major savings at the pump on Thursday with a can't-miss deal rolled out by Circle K. The convenience store chain is hosting its Inner Circle Fuel…
Officials begin search for new president at Jackson State University
Officials overseeing public colleges and universities in Mississippi have begun the search for a new president at Jackson State. The Institutions of Higher Learning's Board of Trustees announced Thursday that…
Public health emergency declared in Mississippi over rising infant mortality rates
The Mississippi State Department of Health has declared a public health emergency over rising infant mortality rates – now the highest the state has seen in over a decade. “Too…
Pair of Floridians arrested for trafficking 25 pounds of marijuana in Mississippi
Two Florida residents are now behind bars after being busted for drugs in Mississippi. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday morning that on Aug. 19, the department’s narcotics task…
Your Mississippi forecast for Thursday, August 21
Thursday will be sunny with the usual afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Here’s your statewide forecast from the National Weather Service. Northern Mississippi Today will be mostly sunny with a chance of…
Gulfport 15-year-old arrested for pulling gun on classmates, firing it at school bus
A 15-year-old student is behind bars for allegedly pulling a gun on his fellow students and then firing in the direction of a school bus, according to the Gulfport Police…
Thunder & Lightning: Mississippi State’s Logo is Back Where It Belongs
A large portion of the Mississippi State fanbase jumped for joy Wednesday when the university revealed the beloved interlocking logo would be available for use all season long. Brian Hadad…
Parents urged to talk with students about tobacco risks as school year begins
As Mississippi students return to classrooms, health officials are reminding parents to have open conversations with their children about the dangers of tobacco use. According to the Center for Disease…
