Raytheon completes $50 million expansion in Forest
Military defense manufacturer Raytheon has completed its $50 million expansion in Forest. Raytheon is a leading provider of defense solutions to the U.S. government, specializing in developing new technologies for…
Jackson residents to vote on proposed tax increase for tourism efforts
The cost of eating at a Jackson restaurant or staying at a hotel in the capital city could soon go up. The Jackson City Council on Tuesday voted unanimously to…
Mississippi JUCO football season kicks off with national title contenders, new 10-game schedule
Junior college football is back, and Mississippi is expected to have at least a few teams competing to be the best in the nation. Ahead of Thursday’s opening slate of…
UMMC, Mississippi Public Health Institute launch effort to reduce state’s high maternal mortality rate
A new partnership between the state's largest hospital system and a nonprofit aims to tackle one of Mississippi's greatest healthcare challenges — maternal mortality rates. The University of Mississippi Medical…
Man arrested after allegedly threatening to ‘blow up’ Holly Springs utility
As customers of the Holly Springs Utility District remain frustrated by chronic power outages, a man has been arrested for allegedly threatening to “blow up” the utility that serves parts…
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has gifted more than 113K books to North Mississippi children
United Way of Northeast Mississippi is encouraging Mississippians to honor the legacy and impact of Dolly Parton by supporting Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Operated locally through United Way of Northeast…
NFL ends the Pro Bowl game, but players will still be honored as Pro Bowlers
ATLANTA (AP) — The Pro Bowl is no more, the NFL announced Wednesday, ending an exhibition of the league's top players that was held in some form almost every year…
Your Mississippi forecast for Thursday, August 27
Showers and thunderstorms are possible across Mississippi today. Here’s your statewide forecast from the National Weather Service. Northern Mississippi Today will be mostly cloudy with afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Highs will…
Thunder & Lightning: What’s the Latest on Jahron Manning and Malick Sylla’s Hopes to Play at Mississippi State?
Mississippi State is headed to court to try and win eligibilty for Jahron Manning and Malick Sylla. Will the Bulldogs be successful in their bid to add these two players…
T&L Opponent Preview: Lulu Kesin of the Greenville News Previews South Carolina
Mississippi State opens SEC play on the road at South Carolina, in a game that has a huge impact for both teams, both quarterbacks, and both coaches. Brian Hadad welcomes…
