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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.
Mississippi singer Daniel Stallworth exits 'American Idol'
Mississippi's Daniel Stallworth was eliminated from 'American Idol' after performing Taylor Swift and Daniel Caesar songs.
Millsaps Elseworks students boost Mississippi businesses. See how
Millsaps College's Elseworks program helps students apply business skills to real-world projects for Mississippi businesses.
Prom 2026 photos. St. Joseph Catholic School prom at Craftsmen’s Guild in Ridgeland, MS
St. Joseph Catholic School had its prom at Craftsmen’s Guild of Mississippi in Ridgeland, Miss., on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Mississippi governor says he will call special session to redraw district maps after SCOTUS ruling
Mississippi's governor announces a special session to redraw district lines, saying the Supreme Court's ruling in a key case could change electoral maps.
Downtown Jackson concert series starts Saturday. Who's playing? Where to go
The Mississippi Mass Choir kicks off a new concert series in Downtown Jackson on April 25. It is the first of 30 free concerts.
Political science department to be renamed after former Mississippi Governor Ray Mabus
The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning Board of Trustees approved renaming the department of political science at the University of
Newly surfaced photos reportedly show Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini at NYC bar in 2020, Mississippi casino in 2024
Mathews: Mississippi must keep slowing CWD spread until science catches up
I first got involved with the chronic wasting disease issue not long after I started SuperTalk Outdoors. At the time, deer breeders were pushing hard to open
Business Insider says this is the most iconic steakhouse in Mississippi
Business Insider just named the most iconic steakhouse in Mississippi. Where is it? How much does it cost? Do you agree?
Regulating the Mississippi River: Where art and science meet
When Dan Fasching started painting again after a decade, he said it was because it was something near and dear to his heart. His muse? The Mississippi River that he works on every day.
Crooked Letter Sports: There’s a draft in here
We take a look at what the 2026 NFL Draft might look like for Mississippi’s top prospects, and what the New Orleans Saints need to do to continue their rebuild. Plus, baseball heats up as the Big 3 get back on track and the Braves jump out to a truly remarkable start.
Spire announces sale of its Mississippi natural gas business to Delta Utilities for $75 million
/PRNewswire/ -- Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) today announced it has entered into an agreement to sell its Mississippi local distribution company ("Spire Mississippi")...
Mississippi businesses going out of state to get alcohol, store owners believe
Mississippi's alcohol sales crisis may have led some businesses to illegally buy stock out of state, impacting restaurants and stores, some owners say.
Former Southern Miss president and polymer science pioneer Shelby Thames dies at 89
The University of Southern Mississippi is mourning the loss of one of its former presidents.
Mississippi Better Business Bureau warns of travel scam surge ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Officials said crooks are using fake travel sites and social media listings to steal money from people looking for travel deals.
Mississippi Top Reads for week of April 26, 2026
Mississippi Top Reads for week of April 26, 2026
Clyde Muse contributed much, including to the sport of T-ball
Sports columnist Rick Cleveland: The late Clyde Muse was a longtime president of Hinds Community College, and he is widely credited with being one of the inventors of T-ball for little kids.
JPMorganChase Partners With Sports Legends to Help Athletes Master Their Money
Athletes’ careers are unpredictable. Less than 2% of NCAA college athletes turn professional and many professional athletes retire before
How Carey Wright brought the science of reading to Mississippi schools
State Superintendent of Schools, Maryland, Dr. Carey Wright, on how she transformed early reading in Mississippi and created a national model
Daniel Stallworth shares 'American Idol' journey, how to vote
Mississippi native Daniel Stallworth is in 'American Idol's' Top 9. Learn about his journey. Want to help him win? How to watch Season 24, vote.
Gaubert Oil expanding fuels business
The company has agreed to buy the wholesale and transportation division of Mississippi-based Buffalo Services, giving it a foothold in The Magnolia state.
Will Mississippi Legislature try to override one of the governor's vetoes?
Legislators haven't set a public agenda for their one-day return, but top of mind for Gov. Tate Reeves is the Rural Health Transformation Fund,
Gil Carter
No matter what, Gil Carter was always going to find a career in education. “When people like politics, there’s the old saying that they have been ‘bitten by the bug.’ I was bitten at a young age,” laughed Carter, an assistant professor in Mississippi State University’s Department of Communication, Media and Theatre.
Josh Elander discusses Tennessee's series sweep at Mississippi State
Tennessee baseball completes series sweep at Mississippi State.
Mississippi Museum of Natural Science hosts 2026 NatureFEST
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science (MMNS) hosted its annual NatureFEST on Saturday. Community members were able to experience and learn about the tangible research by sc...
Mississippi reveals its full history for America's anniversary year, a contrast to federal efforts
America’s history is being seen through different lenses as the country celebrates its 250th anniversary | WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM
Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network to air 15 Biloxi Shuckers games in 2026
The Biloxi Shuckers and Gray Media Inc. will continue their TV partnership for the 2026 season, with 15 games airing throughout Mississippi and Louisiana on the Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network.
Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network to air 15 Biloxi Shuckers games in 2026
The Biloxi Shuckers and Gray Media Inc. will continue their TV partnership for the 2026 season, with 15 games airing throughout Mississippi and Louisiana on the Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network.
NatureFEST returning to Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
NatureFEST is returning to the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science this weekend.
FoodeesFest debuts at Pearl outlets with food and local business support
FoodeesFest is making its first appearance in Mississippi, offering three days of food, shopping, and support for local businesses at the outlets in Pearl.
FedEx gifts JSU business school $500K
Part of the unrestricted gift will go toward student scholarships.
Daniel Stallworth makes 'American Idol' Top 11. See what 90s song he sang
Mississippi's Daniel Stallworth is in 'American Idol's' Top 11. Learn about his '90s week performance and how to vote this season.
MS Lawmakers Deliver Wins for Small Business, But More Work Remains
This year's session ended on Sunday, April 5.
North Mississippi Allstars to bring ‘modern Mississippi music’ to the Englert
The North Mississippi Allstars are commemorating the 25th anniversary of their debut with their 12th studio album, "Still Shakin.’” The band will perform Sunday, April 12, at the Englert Theatre.
Families gather to watch Artemis II launch from Mississippi science center
Four astronauts launched into space today, and families gathered at Infinity Science Center to watch history in the making and a return to a familiar frontier.
Crooked Letter Sports: A smorgasbord of sports
So much to talk about: Mo Williams to Kentucky, Mississippi State’s baseball excellence, Tiger Woods’ errant drives, Warner Alford, the Final Fours, some Saints news, and Rick’s gumbo.
Which Jackson area school, restaurants failed health inspections?
A "C" rating is considered a failing grade by the Mississippi State Department of Health.
Mental health reporter Allen Siegler named finalist for national health reporting award
Allen Siegler, mental health reporter at Mississippi Today, has been named a finalist for the 2025 National Institute for Health Care Management (NIHCM) Awards for his investigation into how Mississippi officials spent the state’s opioid settlement funds.
Rapper Afroman plans 3 Mississippi shows. When, where to see new tour
Rapper Afroman is bringing his \
‘Choctaw Traditions’ explores history, folklife, heritage of Mississippi natives
The book \
Foundation Gaming & Entertainment Announces Sponsorship of New MPB Original Series “Southern Dish”
Foundation Gaming & Entertainment, a Mississippi-based hospitality and gaming company, is pleased to announce its sponsorship of Mississippi Public Broadcast...
Foundation Gaming & Entertainment Announces Sponsorship of New MPB Original Series "Southern Dish"
GULFPORT, Miss., March 30, 2026--Foundation Gaming & Entertainment, a Mississippi-based hospitality and gaming company, is pleased to announce its sponsorship of Mississippi Public Broadcasting’s (MPB) latest original series, "Southern Dish." The program is set to premiere statewide on April 2 at 7 p.m.
Mental health providers brace for state budget
As legislators approach Monday's deadline to decide the mental health department’s next budget, the House and Senate haven’t included funding for many of the department's requests in their initial proposals.
Mississippi health officer Dan Edney being considered for CDC director
Mississippi's State Health Officer Dan Edney is reportedly being considered for the director position at the CDC.
Blount: Online sports betting proposal has little support in Senate, would cost casino industry
Sen. David Blount, chairman of the Gaming Committee in the Senate, says a proposal to legalize online sports betting lacks support in the Senate, and could harm the state's casino tourism industry, which provides thousands of jobs and millions in state revenue. Blount also discusses proposed, and recently enacted, changes to the Public Employee Retirement System, and proposals to increase tax credits for private schools.
Takeaways from arguments in the Supreme Court case that could end grace periods for mail-in ballots
The Supreme Court’s conservative majority appeared dubious of state laws that allow the counting of mail ballots that arrive at election offices after Election Day as justices heard oral arguments in a challenge to Mississippi’s five-day grace period for mail ballots.
Trump administration adds State Health Officer Dr. Daniel Edney to short list of nominees for CDC director
State Health Officer Dr. Dan Edney is among the contenders to head the nation’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Washington Post reported
Mississippi State Health Officer Dr. Daniel Edney, a Vaccine Proponent, Is Under Consideration to Lead the CDC
Dr. Daniel P. Edney, Mississippi’s state health officer and head of the Mississippi State Department of Health, is now under serious consideration to lead the CDC.
Mobile sports betting dies again in Mississippi Senate
It is the second time this session that a mobile sports betting bill from the House has died in the Senate.
Will mobile sports betting ever become legal in Mississippi?
Another legislative session is set to close without legal mobile sports betting for Mississippi. See why a Jackson senator blocked bills this year.
Mississippi Cheese Straw Factory is closing. Store is sold out
The Mississippi Cheese Straw Factory is closing after the Yerger family announced their retirement. All products are now sold out.
College softball power rankings: The sport’s superpowers are showing they are mortal
Mississippi State lost a series to No. 1 Tennessee, but the Bulldogs proved they belong among the nation's elite.
Mississippi senator to face a prosecutor she blocked from the federal bench, CNN projects
Mississippi’s Senate primaries set up a general election showdown between an incumbent and a challenger she blocked from federal judgeship.
Live Results: Mississippi midterm primary elections
Mississippi Democrats on Tuesday will decide between longtime U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson and his 34-year-old primary challenger in a race that reflects generational struggle for control of the party.
Mississippi House Primary Election 2026 Live Results
See live results from the 2026 Mississippi House primary election as votes are counted for Republicans and Democrats.
Mississippi Senate Primary Election 2026 Live Results
See live results from the 2026 Mississippi Senate primary election as votes are counted for Republicans and Democrats.
What to expect in Mississippi's state primaries
Mississippi voters will choose nominees for Congress in a state primary Tuesday.
Here Are the Key Races to Watch in Mississippi and Georgia Elections
It’s primary day in Mississippi, where a younger Democrat is trying to oust a House veteran, and in Georgia, where Marjorie Taylor Greene’s seat is up for grabs.
Mississippi voters to decide whether to send longtime Rep. Thompson back to Washington
Mississippi voters on Tuesday are deciding between longtime U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson and his 34-year-old Democratic primary challenger
Florida women's basketball defeat MSU in SEC Tournament opener
The Lady Gators led for all but 45 seconds in Florida's Round 1 SEC Tournament win over the Mississippi State Bulldogs.
EXCLUSIVE, Cox Science Center in West Palm Beach names new CEO
Former Mississippi Aquarium CEO and president Kurt Allen will start his tenure as head of the Cox Science Center and Aquarium on March 9 in West Palm Beach.
Missouri faces Mississippi State feeling good about road ahead
With three games remaining in the SEC's regular season, Missouri has its eyes on a top-four spot in the conference standings when it faces Mississippi State on Saturday at Starkville, Miss.
Coast mother pursuing nursing receives scholarship from Mississippi Business Women
Verlanda Ashley was selected by Mississippi Business Women, which partners with the college each year to award the scholarship to non-traditional female students experiencing hardships.
Jumbo Package: Labaron Philon questionable for Mississippi State
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MSU’s Science Night at the Museums offers family-friendly displays of science
Families milled about in front of Hilbun Hall and the Cobb Institute of Archeology at 4 p.m. Saturday, officially beginning the Science Night at the Museums event at Mississippi State University. Various departments at MSU displayed their crafts and experiments, spread across the three floors of Hilbun Hall and across the street at the Cobb...
No. 17 Alabama rides offense into rematch vs. Mississippi State
Alabama seemingly has found its stride and looks to stretch its season-long winning streak to seven when it faces Mississippi State on Wednesday night in Southeastern Conference play at Tuscaloosa, Ala.
Mississippi health system shuts down clinics statewide after ransomware attack
The attack was launched on Thursday and prompted hospital officials to close all of its 35 clinics across the state.
Sports Specialty owner, salesperson indicted in multi-million plot
A federal grand jury has indicted three men who are accused of a 13-year bid rigging scheme that allegedly affected at least 44 public schools in Mississippi and 270 purchases totaling more than $1 million in taxpayer funds.
Keyshawn Hall expected back as Auburn visits Mississippi State
If Auburn hopes to extend its streak of four consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, it needs leading scorer Keyshawn Hall on the court. It appears that may just be the case come Wednesday.
Education: MSU’s Science Night returns Friday
Mississippi State’s Museums and Galleries Committee is inviting explorers of all ages Saturday to its annual Science Night at the Museums.
Gillespie's 18 points fuel Tennessee over Mississippi State 73-64
STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) Ja’Kobi Gillespie scored 18 points, and Tennessee used a second-half rally to beat Mississippi State 73-64 on Wednesday.
JPS science fair highlights student creativity
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Students put their creativity and critical thinking on display at the Jackson Public Schools’ (JPS) Science Fair and S.T.E.A.M. Expo. The students gathered at the Mississippi T...
Mobile sports betting bill passes Mississippi House
Mobile sports betting passed the House, clearing its first hurdle to becoming Mississippi law. Now, it faces an unfriendly Senate again.
Game Over: How NIL could reshape Mississippi high school sports
Some coaches and the MHSAA raise their concerns regarding an introduced bill allowing NIL in Mississippi high schools.
House votes to legalize online sports betting and divert $600M to pension system
Proponents say this could generate tens of millions of dollars a year in new tax revenue, but critics warn it would fuel gambling addiction and hurt brick-and-mortar casinos.
Columbia city, business leaders send relief supplies to help North Mississippi
About one dozen full pallets of water was loaded on a National Guard transport truck Saturday, for delivery to families displaced by the winter storm.
Dedan Thomas Jr., LSU aim to topple reeling Mississippi State
LSU and Mississippi State are both in the bottom quadrant of the Southeastern Conference standings.
More than 1 million Americans lose power as monster winter storm sweeps across the US
Historic winter storm, spanning roughly 2,000 miles, leaves over 1 million Americans without power. Tennessee faces 306,700 outages while Mississippi had about 175,300 outages.
1 in 5 Americans get no exercise outside of work — where does your state rank?
One in five Americans get zero physical activity outside work, with Mississippi leading inactivity at 30.6% while Colorado ranks most active at just 15.6%.
Fight for Air Climb challenges Angelenos to scale tallest building west of the Mississippi
Think you can go the distance? American Lung Association invites the community to summit the tallest building west of the Mississippi, the Wilshire Grand Center, in Los Angeles.
MSU gets new master's degree programs, business center approved by IHL
The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning approved the center and degree programs during the first Board of Trustees meeting of 2026.
Local church spends day bridging gap between faith and politics at State Capitol
Faith leaders spent Wednesday praying with state legislators at the Mississippi State Capitol, asking them to put people over politics as they vote on key pieces of legislation.
House will try again to legalize mobile sports betting in Mississippi. Challenges remain
This year's proposal would direct state online gambling revenue to the government employees' retirement system, in an effort to win over the Senate.
UK Sports Network Coverage of Kentucky Women’s Basketball at Mississippi State
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Christine O'Brien, UnitedHealthcare CEO for La.-Miss., wants to lower insurance costs. Here's how
At a time when health insurers are under fire for raising premiums and rejecting claims while health care costs continue to rise, Christine O'Brien is trying to grow UnitedHealthcare's book of commercial business in Louisiana and Mississippi.
Mississippi State, Oklahoma put five-game winning streaks to test
Oklahoma and Mississippi State will put five-game winning streaks on the line in a Southeastern Conference showdown on Wednesday in Starkville, Miss.
State Rep. Felsher details healthcare, sports betting, and school choice polices ahead of legislative session
The Mississippi Legislature reconvenes on January 6 for the 2026 session.
Opinion | Can We Really Afford to Let Health Care Get Any Worse?
With Trump’s health care cuts, I traveled to Ohio, Mississippi and Alabama — and encountered devastated families bracing for even more difficult challenges.
How to Watch Mississippi State vs. Wake Forest: Duke's Mayo Bowl Time, TV Channel, Live Stream
Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the Mississippi State Bulldogs vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons Duke's Mayo Bowl game, Friday, Jan. 2.
Mississippi’s Harrison Wallace III delivering under college football’s brightest lights
Built on belief rather than noise, Harrison Wallace’s mindset tells the story of why this stage never felt too big.
Atak, Brown lead Oklahoma past Mississippi Valley State
Kuol Atak scored a career-high 24 points and Xzayvier Brown added 22 to lead Oklahoma to a 93-69 victory over Mississippi Valley State on Monday in their final tuneup before SEC play.
How a Prentiss County fossil park changed science history
Northeast Mississippi is hundreds of miles away from any ocean waters that could make for a suitable home for an oyster. But roughly 74 million years ago, most of the state was submerged below the present-day Gulf of Mexico.
Mississippi State tunes up for SEC season vs. Alabama State
Mississippi State could be sorting out its early-season problems at the right time when it hosts Alabama State on Monday in Starkville, Miss.
Belzoni resident has witnessed damages of lack of health care
Because of lack of health care, Belzoni resident says, "My community has witnessed community members lose their lives because help could not arrive in time."
Year in review: Mississippi Today's most-read health stories
Today we're featuring our newsroom's top 10 health-related stories of 2025. In the year ahead, we are keeping an eye out for further developments, especially those tied to social safety net programs.
How Northwest Rankin's De’Shawn Dillon is in rare company as Power 4 dual-sport recruit
How De’Shawn Dillon balances the workload of football and basketball as Northwest Rankin star and Ole Miss, Mississippi State target.
Mississippi leaders are quiet on efforts to fix health care in the state
Mississippi Republican politicians have been silent as church mice in offering health care solutions for when the enhanced federal insurance subsidies expire at the end of 2025.
MSU faculty, students earn international honor for wood science innovation
A Mississippi State University research project born in the classroom and expanded through hands-on collaboration is earning international recognition for advancing wood science.