By Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune Rumors swirled Monday into Tuesday about the death of a black student found hanging on the campus of Delta State University in Cleveland, despite local law enforcement stating that there were no signs of foul play at the...
By: Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune Mississippi’s Board of Election Commissioners has appealed a part of the recent ruling by a federal three-judge panel at the U.S. Fifth Circuit that approved a revised remedial legislative redistricting plan affecting...
By Richelle Putnam, Magnolia Tribune On August 15, city officials, artists, and community members attended the groundbreaking of the Mississippi Songwriters Performing Arts Center (MSPAC) in Gautier, a project nearly two decades in the making that...
Hinds Community College’s annual Homecoming festivities on Oct. 16 include honoring Sports Hall of Fame inductees and alumni award winners. The award ceremony is at 4:30 p.m. in Cain-Cochran Hall on the Raymond Campus before the 7 p.m. match-up with...
The Mississippi Farmers Market will host its 5th annual Great Mississippi Peanut Boil on Saturday, September 20, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Shoppers can enjoy live music from Vincent Venturini, Fred Greene and Friends, and plenty of fresh boiled peanuts from...
By: Lynne Jeter, Magnolia Tribune Port Pascagoula’s economic impact on Mississippi has grown dramatically since its last comprehensive impact study in 2005. New research shows the facility now generates more than $18.25 billion in total economic output...
By: Roscoe Barnes III, Visit Natchez A Mississippi Freedom Trail marker honoring Anne Moody now stands in front of the church she attended – and wrote about – in her memoir, “Coming of Age in Mississippi.’ The marker, which was unveiled Monday,...
The first day of fall is coming up on Monday, September 22. As seasons and weather change, it’s a good time to inspect your home and make improvements. Check your roof for broken or missing shingles. Replace shingles to avoid leaks. Look for damaged wood and...
Simpson General Hospital will be undergoing an extensive renovation project beginning in September 2025. The construction process will take a year and will result in notable improvements to the interior and exterior of the hospital. “Our hospital is a cornerstone...
By Kara Kimbrough Visiting the Mississippi Gulf Coast on the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina proved to be an emotional journey. Highlights were moving commemorative ceremonies and candlelight vigils; riveting documentaries and personal stories from...
Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB) will premiere Everlasting: Life and Legacy of Medgar Evers, a powerful new documentary exploring the life, impact, and enduring legacy of civil rights icon Medgar Evers. The film debuts on MPB Television at 7 p.m. on...
By: Meredith Biesinger, Magnolia Tribune There are places in Mississippi that feel like hidden gems—spots where history, art, and culture come together in a way that feels both intimate and unforgettable. The Union County Heritage Museum in New Albany is...
By: Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune The Heritage Foundation recently released its “Education Freedom Report Card” showing Mississippi ranked 3rd in Teacher Freedom. “A solid 47 percent of teachers in the state found their way to the classroom through...
The Mississippi State University Alumni Association is honoring a new class of distinguished Bulldogs as 2025 Alumni Fellows on Sept. 18-20 during the Northern Illinois game weekend. Spanning three days, this year’s honorees will participate in various...
By: Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune HII is America’s largest shipbuilder and its shipyard in Pascagoula, Ingalls Shipbuilding, is the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi with nearly 11,000 workers. On Thursday, HII announced that the company is...
By: Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Mississippi has a growing shortage of foster homes. However, that fact is not unique to the Magnolia State; it is a nationwide problem. In an effort to help license more foster parents, the Mississippi Department of...
By: Parrish Alford, Magnolia Tribune As week four of the college football season arrives, things have gone as well as possible for Mississippi’s Big 3. The only loss to date has been the result of Mississippi-on-Mississippi violence, as Mississippi State...
By: Roscoe Barnes III, Visit Natchez The Rev. Reginald M. Buckley, president of the General Missionary Baptist State Convention of Mississippi Inc., will be the guest speaker at the Mississippi Freedom Trail ceremony honoring Anne Moody. The ceremony...
Hinds County Youth Court Judge Carlyn M. Hicks today announced the launch of the Youth Diversion & Enrichment Center, a trauma-informed, youth-focused hub designed to steer justice-involved and at-risk young people toward education, wellness, and workforce...
By: Meredith Biesinger, Magnolia Tribune If you’ve ever wandered the Mississippi Gulf Coast, you know our state has a way of surprising you—hiding treasures in plain sight and revealing stories in unexpected places. One of my favorite surprises, and a...
