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Tourism, entertainment give towns along Mississippi River a reboot
The Great River Road, an artery running from Minnesota to Louisiana, is providing a lifeline to small towns.
Mississippi mobile sports betting debate resurfaces amid lieutenant governor warning
Mississippi’s debate over mobile sports betting has resurfaced after Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann posted a warning on X urging the Senate to reject the measure.
Which political party is raising the most money in Mississippi?
You have to spend money to win elections, and before you can spend money, you have to have it. So the question is: who has the money in Mississippi?
Tourism, entertainment give towns along Mississippi River a reboot
As river towns face economic headwinds, they emphasize the ease, beauty and nostalgia of small-town life.
Towns along Mississippi now offer shops, recreation, entertainment
As traditional industries along the river fade, towns along the Mississippi have found new ways to remain attractive and lively.
Iconic Cowboy Maloney's acquired by O'Shaughnessy Holding Company
After 74 years of family ownership, the iconic Mississippi retailer Cowboy Maloney's has been sold to a new firm.
Thousands of acres, billions in investment: What's next for RiverPlex MegaPark?
The RiverPlex MegaPark is still years away from reaching its full potential, but the foundation is being laid for what could become one of the Gulf Coast’s largest industrial hubs, according to Ascension Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Kate MacArthur. With roughly $10 billion in announced investment already committed and thousands of acres still […]
Pascagoula mayor highlights development, flooding and youth sports
Pascagoula Mayor Jay Willis spoke last week at the Mississippi Municipal League Conference.
Mississippi firefighter suicides bring focus to mental health
Mississippi fire service leaders are raising concerns about first responders' mental health as the state’s suicide rate remains above the national average.
Oldest Mississippi businesses. These institutions have survived at least a century
Discover the Mississippi institutions that have thrived for more than a century, from historic newspapers to local stores.
Fireworks cap America’s 250th celebration in Alton
Alton's Fireworks on the Mississippi draw big crowds for semiquincentennial celebration
Mississippi firefighter suicides bring focus to mental health
Kyle Hill of the Mississippi Fire Chiefs Association reported that four firefighters died by suicide in the past year, citing the emotional toll of their work.
One year after federal funding cuts, Mississippi's Vietnamese health navigators face an uncertain future
More than a year ago, federal cuts to health-related grants threw into uncertainty Mississippi’s only advocacy group devoted to serving the needs of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders statewide, and they are still working to figure out how to recover.
Why you should wash new clothes before wearing; signs that you are aging well; effective leadership in health care; plus other stories with Vanderbilt Health sources
Jami Miller, MD, Professor of Clinical Dermatology, and David Gaston, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, are quoted in a Southern Living piece about the importance of washing new clothes before wearing them. Dyes, chemicals, mold and bacteria are all potential troublemakers lurking around your new duds. Parul Goyal, MBBS, Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine, was quoted in a Huff Post story outlining signs that you are aging well. Tae Kon Kim, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, was interviewed by Healio for a story headlined, “Effective leadership in health care ‘starts with listening.’” AAMC News reporter Patrick Boyle interviewed Wes Ely, MD, Professor of Medicine and Critical Care, for a story about ICU delirium. PharmaVoice reporter Kelly Bilodeau interviewed Romney Humphries, PhD, Vice Chair and Executive Medical Director, Clinical Services, for a story about the CDC’s new data that shows an alarming increase in the prevalence of a gene that can make “nightmare bacteria” significantly harder to treat. American Community Media interviewed William Schaffner, MD, Professor of Preventive Medicine, for a piece about Ebola that was reused by several media outlets around the U.S., including The Mississippi Link. Stacie Dusetzina, PhD, Professor of Health Policy, was quoted by The Independent in a story about how Medicare will soon cover weight-loss drugs. Courtney Schadt, MD, Associate Professor of Dermatology, was interviewed by Tennessean reporter Beth Warren, about tanning safety and tanning fads circulating social media. WKRN News 2 interviewed Amanda Peltier, MD, Professor of Neurology, about the correlation between head trauma and ALS following the diagnosis of former Titans running back Chris Johnson.
Mississippi’s top health officer: Measles cases are ‘inevitable’ as county vaccination rates fall
Mississippi’s kindergarten vaccination rates declined during the most recent academic year, continuing a downward trend that began after the state started granting religious exemptions for school vaccine requirements.
Crooked Letter Sports: We’ve got World Cup (and golf) fever | Ep. 303
As the World Cup moves to the Knockout Rounds, we take a look at the most exciting games so far and pontificate on the USA’s chances. Plus, Scottie Scheffler finishes second (again) and Rick picks his favorite Mississippi courses.
Soros network targets deep-red Mississippi in bid to flip Senate seat
Scott Colom challenges Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith in deep-red Mississippi and is backed by George Soros' top advisor and Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
Mississippi Power Foundation partners with the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience for America250
Mississippi Power and The MAX team up for an America250 Summer Celebration
Trump unloads after Supreme Court upholds late mail-in ballots in Mississippi
Trump slams Supreme Court ruling allowing late mail-in ballots, demands Congress pass the SAVE Act requiring voter ID and proof of citizenship.
How Mississippi reacted to the Supreme Court mail-in ballot ruling
In a rare move out of lockstep with President Trump, the U.S. Supreme Court backed Mississippi's law counting mail-in ballots after Election Day.
Four things to know from Neshoba County Fair political speaking
Here are some of the highlights from the political speeches at the Neshoba County Fair and developments Mississippians can expect in the coming months.
MS Comic Con 2026: cosplayers, celebrities and fans unite to celebrate beloved characters
Attendees decked out in costumes and homemade props from their favorite TV shows and movies gathered at the Mississippi Trade Mart for Comic Con 2026
ENTERTAINMENT: Musical premieres; library program covers Black musicians
Experience the premiere of "Cotta Blue," a theatrical musical inspired by the Mississippi Delta, featuring music, awards, and a post-show jam session at the Ritz Theatre in Malvern.
Crooked Letter Sports: With the College World Series and U.S. Open behind us, World Cup soccer takes center stage
Today’s show features wrap-ups of the CWS and U.S. Open, with veteran Mississippi soccer coach Dean Joseph joining the pod to discuss how the tournament is shaping up and the wizardry of Lionel Messi.
House, Senate health chairs Creekmore and Bryan say rural health program, spending need more transparency
Senate Public Health Chairman Hob Bryan said the lack of transparency around the governor's program to spend millions in federal rural health dollars in Mississippi is "almost the Saturday Night Live parody of secrecy." Bryan and his House counterpart, Chairman Sam Creekmore, share their frustrations over lack of input from communities, and the Legislature, in how the state spends federal rural health care money.
Mississippi Board of Mental Health tabs new leadership+
The Mississippi Board of Mental Health selected Teresa Mosley as chair and Dr. Sara Gleason as vice chair during a recent meeting.
Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience unveils new exhibit with panel from author
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Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience unveils new exhibit with panel from author
“John Jennings: Build Your World” explores worldbuilding in media, representation in fiction, and expression through art.
Dinosaurs invaded downtown St. Paul for blockbuster 1986 Science Museum exhibit
The brontosaurus and a 10-foot-tall Tyrannosaurus rex had been floated down the Mississippi River from Minneapolis that morning on coal barges to drum up publicity for the exhibit. It worked.
MSU researcher, Partnership Middle School students collaborate on climate science literacy podcast
STARKVILLE —Mississippi State Assistant Professor Lourdes Cardozo-Gaibisso is immersing local middle school students in climate science literacy exploration through podcasting, helping them share experiences, ask questions and engage with environmental
Crooked Letter Sports: Can anyone best Shinnecock?
The show welcomes back guest Randy Watkins to discuss this week’s US Open at the notoriously tough Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. Plus, Ole Miss bows out of the CWS as the World Cup heats up.
Early-Onset Cancers Are On The Rise. Knowing Your Family History Is Crucial.
By Cara Anthony and Blake Farmer - Nashville Public Radio and KFF Health News HealthDay ReportersWEDNESDAY, June 17, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Bryce Ramsey of Madison, Mississippi, was 33 when she was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Upon noticing blood in her stool, she blamed the hemorrhoids she’d developed after delivering her son eight years earlier. Ramsey didn’t initially link her symptoms ...
Arkansas women's basketball learns 2026-27 SEC opponents, locations
Arkansas was paired with Mississippi State as its home-and-away opponent in 2026-27.
Voter Voices: Longtime poll watcher has seen problems, politics
"Voter Voices" is a series of Mississippians sharing their thoughts on voting rights, the state's history of voter suppression and the new gerrymandering push embroiling Mississippi, the South and the nation.
Every Mississippi State player drafted by the Boston Celtics
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Mississippi State.
What can you expect at Neshoba County Fair political speaking?
Mississippi's preeminent political speaking event returns to Philadelphia in June, bringing candidates for the state's highest offices next year.
See photos from the 2026 Miss Mississippi pageant coronation
A new Miss Mississippi was crowned during the pageant's coronation at the Vicksburg Convention Center in Vicksburg, Miss., on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
See photos from Miss Mississippi preliminary competition day 3
The third day of Mississippi preliminary competition unfolded at the Vicksburg Convention Center in Vicksburg, Miss., on Friday, June 12, 2026.
Mississippi Department of Health urges caution with ticks and mosquitoes during summer months
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Mississippi teachers learn field science skills at conservation workshop
Teachers from across Mississippi participated in an Environmental Education Skills Workshop hosted by Harrison County Soil and Water Conservation.
Mississippi teachers learn field science skills at conservation workshop
Teachers from across Mississippi participated in an Environmental Education Skills Workshop hosted by Harrison County Soil and Water Conservation.
Entertainment, new attractions announced ahead of patriotic Mississippi State Fair
Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced Flo Rida as the headliner of the 2026 Mississippi State Fair, which runs Oct. 8-18, as well as several new and special, patriotic attractions fairgoers can expect as part of this year’s theme, “Let Freedom Ring!” at the State Fair. Gipson was joined by Paige Robertson, executive…
Crooked Letter Sports: Don’t let the Rebs get hot
Ole Miss heads back to Omaha for the College Baseball World Series, the Knicks take a two-game lead in the NBA Finals and Rick and Tyler reflect on their epic trip out west.
Brian Bille Appointed General Manager Of Learfield’s Mississippi State Bulldog Sports Properties
Learfield, the exclusive multimedia rights holder of Mississippi State Athletics, has announced Brian Bille as the General Manager of its locally based team,...
Mississippi Museum of Natural Science celebrating World Snake Day with hands-on event
Reptile lovers are in for a serpentine celebration on Friday at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science in Jackson.
Judges are losing patience with lawyers' AI flubs
A Mississippi federal judge removed all four lawyers from a case, barred two from practicing before the court, and issued $8,000 in fines.
Mississippi ranks high in education, last in child health outcomes
Mississippi scores high in education gains but plummets on overall child wellbeing in 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book.
Happening June 13: People Over Politics
Mississippi for a Just World is hosting a People Over Politics: Voting Rights Edition training in Biloxi, focused on redistricting changes and how to check your voter registration.
University of Southern Miss to add new science research facility
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- The University of Southern Mississippi plans to add a new state of the art science research facility on the Hattiesburg campus. The Mississippi legislature appropriated $30 million to help make this transformative project possible. This investment will support research and discovery across the biological, biomedical, and environmental sciences while strengthening the university’s position as one of the...
Louisiana could use more of Sweden’s centuries-old and beloved fika tradition
A Swede on a boat off Portugal. A Mississippi mother who always had cake. And a word that might change how you spend your afternoons. Jan Risher's Sunday column.
Mississippi business wins international sustainability award
Bebot Simple Soaps created by Cleveland, Mississippi, resident Ruth “Avvy” Capapas won a Green Product Award from White Lobster, a German sustainability company.
Deep South HIV prevention care has gaps where patients need it most
A recent University of Mississippi study has identified hundreds of counties in the South where HIV prevention and health care may not be keeping pace with the local needs, leaving communities without ...
First rural health grants in MS include building, technology upgrades
Mississippi unveiled the first initiatives funded by the Rural Health Transformation Program after experts said it was the least transparent state.
Madison’s ‘The Gallery’ entertainment district set to break ground this summer
Bellamare Development, the Mississippi-based company behind The Gallery, said all city permits have been approved and the 70-acre site off I-55 has been cleared and is ready for vertical construction.
Mississippi Power Foundation partners with the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience for America250
The Mississippi Power Foundation is partnering with the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience to honor the country’s 250th anniversary.
Mike Leach makes College Football HOF ballot after lengthy wait
The former Texas Tech, Washington State and Mississippi State coach is one step closer to college football immortality.
Mississippi rural health program least transparent in U.S.
Mississippi will get over $1 billion from the federal government for rural health care. State lawmakers say they don't know where that money is going.
State Airfields Receive Funding
U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Chair of the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Subcommittee, has reported that 24 municipal airfields in Mississippi have been awarded just over $20 million for facility improvements. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved the third round of FY2026 Airport Improvement Program grants, which meet Airport Safety and Resilient […]
CCC and AT&T Partner to Bridge Divide
Coahoma Community College collaborated with AT&T Mississippi and Digitunity on Wednesday, April 29, to distribute free laptops to students and residents during a launch event at Safe House on CCC’s campus, working to close the regional digital divide. The distribution program targets technology gaps across the college’s five-county service area, which includes Bolivar, Coahoma, Quitman, […]
MSU Benefitted From Recent Legislative Session
The recently-completed 2026 regular session of the Mississippi Legislature saw encouraging gains for Mississippi State University, the state’s leading research university, as lawmakers invested in the land-grant institution’s core missions and in the university’s world-class faculty and staff. “While the bulk of our operations saw level funding, I’m extremely pleased that the Mississippi Legislature and […]
MRIPC Complex Selected for Grow Site Ready Program
The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership (VWEDP) recently announced that the Mississippi River Inland Port Complex (MRIPC), a 1,238-acre industrial site currently under development, has been selected for inclusion in Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s (CPKC) Room to Grow Site Ready Program—further reinforcing its position as a premier destination for industrial investment. As part of the […]
Bassfield’s Beaver Creek Distillery named state’s Rural Small Business of the Year
Bassfield's Beaver Creek Distillery has been named the SBA's Rural Small Business of the Year in Mississippi.
Caesars Entertainment to be acquired by Fertitta in $17B deal
Caesars Entertainment has reached a deal with Fertitta Entertainment to be acquired. Fertitta is Texas billionaire Tilman Fertitta’s company. It owns Saltgrass Steakhouse, Golden Nugget Casinos, and the Houston Rockets. The deal could have local implications for the Mississippi Gulf Coast where Caesars operates the Harrah’s Gulf Coast Casino in Biloxi. Under the agreement, Caesars shareholders would receive 31 dollars...
How Mississippi State bonded with a broccoli-wielding fan and went on a Cinderella run
The Bulldogs have knocked off some of the best programs in the country while putting cruciferous vegetables all over television screens.
Summer Events at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science has many summer events and activities planned.
Tennessee, Lipscomb ready for NCAA baseball tourney openers
Bisons will battle Mississippi State for fourth time this season while Vols will face East Carolina
Supreme Court rules for Mississippi death row inmate in jury bias case
By a 5-4 vote, the justices sided with Terry Pitchford, who was sentenced to death for his role in the killing of a grocery store owner
Women's College World Series scores, live updates: Texas Tech-Mississippi State opens up WCWS after Bulldogs knock OU out of 2026 NCAA softball tournament
Mississippi State softball faces sport's richest pitcher
Mississippi State softball is playing in the Women's College World Series. The Bulldogs' first opponent is Texas Tech, which has the sport's highest-paid pitcher.
Crooked Letter Sports: Mississippi is a Diamond state, and not just baseball
Softball joins baseball in the Mississippi sports spotlight this week. Mississippi State stunned proud Oklahoma to reach the College World Series for the first time. Belhaven won its Super Regional and will play in the Division III World Series. Southern Miss, State, and Ole Mis all play in NCAA Baseball Regionals this weekend. All that and lots more, including a visit from Southern Miss athletic director Jeremy McClain who is on the NCAA Baseball Committee.
Should Mississippi voters choose their politicians, or politicians choose their voters?
Mississippi Today's politics team gives a rundown on a monumental week in the Magnolia State that saw thousands of people marching and rallying in Jackson over voting rights and the gerrymandering battle embroiling much of the nation.
Redistricting threats prompt big donations to MS Democratic Party
When Gov. Tate Reeves began to publicly weigh redistricting this year, political donors and committees across the country took notice.
Oldest cigar store in Mississippi to open new Jackson location
Country Squire Tobacconist, Mississippi's oldest cigar and pipe store, unveils its new Jackson location after $2.3 million in renovations.
Mississippi State clinches first-ever WCWS bid, beating Oklahoma
Mississippi State is headed to the Women's College World Series for the first time in school history.
See photos from Brandon High School 2026 graduation ceremony
Brandon High School celebrates graduates during commencement at the Mississippi Coliseum in Jackson, MS, on Monday, May 11, 2026.
Crooked Letter Sports: Another championship, another 40-win season, but does Southern Miss have a chance for a national seed?
Today’s Crooked Letter menu has several flavors: college baseball, the Ferriss Trophy, Aaron Rei’s much-deserved PGA Championship victory, another remembrance of Charlie Rugg, the NBA phenom named Wemby and much, much more.
NAACP urging athletes, fans to boycott college athletic programs over voting rights complaints
The schools identified by the campaign include Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, Florida, Florida State, LSU, Ole Miss, Mississippi State, South Carolina, Clemson, Tennessee, Texas and Texas A&M
Ole Miss tops Mississippi colleges in Business Insider ranking
Business Insider ranks Ole Miss as Mississippi’s top college. Want to attend the University of Mississippi? What to know
Thank you, Mississippi Legislature, for protecting businesses, values
Mississippi legislators made the right call in opposing anti-free market legislation this session, such as HB 1597 and SB 2714.
Plan Baton Rouge III takes next step toward reality
A plan to reimagine the Mississippi riverfront in downtown Baton Rouge is headed to the Planning Commission for review Monday. Commissioned by the Baton Rouge Area Foundation and developed by i… Already an INSIDER? Sign in. Already an INSIDER? Sign in
Texas A&M's SEC Tournament scenarios before critical rubber match
Before Saturday's rubber match vs. Mississippi State, Texas A&M needs a win to earn the 2 or 3-seed in the SEC Tournament next week.
How Mississippi politicians, advocates reacted to redistricting cancelation
Gov. Tate Reeves' decision to cancel the Mississippi Legislature's redistricting special session caused a flurry of reactions from politicians.
Mothers, infants in Mississippi at health risk due to lost data | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Experts worry that data lost last year could worsen outcomes for mothers and babies in Mississippi.
Mississippi farming family brings new life to downtown Leland
A Mississippi family is transforming downtown Leland, bringing new businesses and making it a destination for shoppers and visitors.
Mississippi Top Reads for the week of May 17, 2026
Mississippi Top Reads for the week of May 17, 2026
Lane Kiffin cites 'diversity' at LSU, 'adult money' in his decision to leave Mississippi for Baton Rouge
Kiffin told Vanity Fair that he heard from some recruits that their grandparents wouldn't let them move to Oxford, Mississippi.
Missouri star RB Ahmad Hardy shot at concert in Mississippi, in stable condition after undergoing surgery
Hardy rushed for 1,649 yards and 16 touchdowns last season for the Tigers
Auburn baseball takes down Mississippi State for sixth straight series win: What to know
How Auburn baseball beat Mississippi State to clinch a sixth straight series win
Eight Bulldog Greats Set For M-Club Sports Hall Of Fame Induction
Eight more Mississippi State greats are set to be inducted into the M-Club Sports Hall of Fame later this year.
Crooked Letter Sports: The Makoka brothers
Hancock High’s basketball playing brothers Max and Israel Makoka are back home after temporary detention by ICE. Rick tells the story and opines on SEC baseball, a little football and those red-hot Atlanta Braves.
The best Mississippi high schools for athletes? According to a study, here are top 25
Survey says! Here are the high school for athletes in Mississippi. Did your school make the list?
Behind the Business: Coco Laveau Art Co.
Amber Barstow has painted windows for about 80 businesses in South Mississippi over the past year.
Women’s Basketball To Play In 2026 Elevance Health Women’s Fort Myers Tip-Off
The first piece of the 2026-27 Mississippi State women's basketball schedule has been revealed, as the Bulldogs will compete in the 2026 Elevance Health Wome...
Rodents in a high school among failed health inspections in, near Jackson
A "C" rating is considered a failing grade by the Mississippi State Department of Health. Several restaurants, schools and care homes failed in April.
In Mississippi, a Democrat Challenges the Senator Who Blocked His Judgeship
Scott Colom, a state prosecutor, is running against Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, a Republican who denied him a seat on the federal bench. In a tough year for the G.O.P., Democrats see hope for his long-shot bid.
Sports Car Club of America brings autocross racing to Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds
As warmer weather arrives, the Great River chapter of the Sports Car Club of America is opening its season this weekend at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds.
Mississippi ranks last in U.S. on healthcare outcomes and disparities
The Commonwealth Fund, a private foundation focused on healthcare issues, released a report Wednesday that provided a nationwide look at how health outcomes, access to care, and quality of care differ based on racial and ethnic identity. The report shows that, compared to national rates, a higher number of Mississippians die from avoidable deaths, lack health insurance, and have less preventative care such as cancer screenings. These trends are heightened for Black Mississippians.
Reeves establishes Mississippi office for Rural Health Transformation Program funds
Gov. Tate Reeves has announced the creation of an office to manage federal funds for improving rural healthcare in Mississippi.
Governor Reeves Announces Investment in Mississippi’s Youth Mental Health Services
Governor Tate Reeves today announced the state of Mississippi is deploying $13,464,444 to support mental health systems for Mississippi children, youth and students.
Mississippi Launches Rural Health Transformation Program Office and Website
Governor Tate Reeves today announced the establishment of the Mississippi Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) Office and launch of the official Mississippi RHTP website.