Capital & River News
Fairgrounds Armory Opens to Receive Donations for Winter Storm Victims
Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced the old National Guard Armory, located on the Mississippi State Fairgrounds, will open today at 10:00 a.m. to receive donations...
New historical marker approved for civil rights leader George Metcalfe
By: Roscoe Barnes III, Ph.D., Visit Natchez A new historical marker honoring civil rights leader George Metcalfe (1911-1989) has been approved by the Mississippi Department of...
Giants of the Ice Age Roars to Life at MS Museum of Natural Science
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks' (MDWFP) Mississippi Museum of Natural Science (MMNS) invites visitors to come face‑to‑face with some of the most awe‑inspiring creatures...
Tebow talks need for individualized education, school choice at EmpowerMS Solutions Summit
By: Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Attendees at Empower Mississippi’s fifth annual Solutions Summit heard from Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow on Wednesday in Jackson. The former...
MS Blood Services Urges Donors to Act Now as Winter Weather Threatens Blood Supply
As winter weather moves across Mississippi, bringing hazardous conditions and forcing the cancellation of mobile blood drives, Mississippi Blood Services (MBS) is asking the community to step...
Porter Antici named 2026 Children’s Miracle Network champion for Mississippi
By: Tally Connelly/ UMMC Communications Photos By: Joe Ellis/ UMMC Communications Porter Antici is a healthy, active 6-year-old boy thanks to the care of a dedicated team of experts at...
Walmart Accelerates its 2026 Health Commitment with The Wellness Event: Free Screenings, No-Cost Flu Shots and Community-Tailored Care
Building on its ongoing commitment to simplifying care, Walmart continues its 2026 health momentum with The Wellness Event — a free, nationwide health and wellness experience taking place...
Tim Tebow to keynote EmpowerMS Solutions Summit
By Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Empower Mississippi will be hosting sports icon and education freedom supporter Tim Tebow during its annual summit this week in the capital city....
Justices to hear dispute between Attorney General Fitch, Auditor White
By Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch believes she, not State Auditor Shad White, possesses the authority to prosecute and manage litigation seeking...
State Board of Education places Wilkinson County School District into a District of Transformation due to serious academic deficiencies
The Mississippi State Board of Education today placed the Wilkinson County School District into a District of Transformation due to serious academic deficiencies that demonstrate the district’s...
