Mississippi Book Festival unites more than 27,000 readers through 12th edition
Thousands of Mississippians gathered in downtown Jackson this weekend for the state's literary lawn party. Officials with the Mississippi Book…
Oyster season to begin in Mississippi on Oct. 1
The 2026-2027 oyster season will soon open in Mississippi, beginning at sunrise on Oct. 1. According to the Mississippi Department…
‘People are choosing Mississippi’: State boasts 2025 as record year for tourism
Mississippi set a tourism record in 2025, officials announced. Gov. Tate Reeves and Visit Mississippi Executive Director Rochelle Hicks announced…
Ground broken on major Mississippi River cruise dock in Natchez
New cruise opportunities on the Mississippi River are coming to Natchez. American…
Cleveland’s Leña ranked No. 38 pizzeria in the world
For travelers wanting an authentic taste of Italian pizza, the obvious choice…
Choosin’ Oxford: Ella Langley performing at Ole Miss to kick off big football weekend
She's choosin' Oxford, I can tell. Country music superstar Ella Langley will…
Mississippi’s STAR Program enters new age under Cook Foundation
Mississippi's youngest and brightest will continue to be recognized for their academic…
National Folk Festival to spotlight Mississippi music, American culture this year
The National Folk Festival will return to Jackson in the fall, and…
State Rep. Sam Mims not seeking reelection in 2027
State Rep. Sam Mims is not seeking reelection next year. The Republican,…
National Guard Association of Mississippi launches effort for specialty license plates
The National Guard Association of Mississippi (NGAMS) has launched an effort to…
Mermaids coming to Mississippi Aquarium for family-friendly festivities
Mystical sea creatures will make their way to Mississippi Aquarium to entertain…
Mississippi teen overcomes health challenges to harvest 12-foot alligator
When a 12-foot, 4-inch alligator jumped out of the water, Zoe Pell…
Mississippi State selected to lead $100 million NOAA Gulf research institute
Mississippi State University has been selected by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric…
