Capital & River News
Legal aid providers fear funding cuts
Legal aid providers face funding cuts in programs that provide assistance to the poor across Mississippi. At the quarterly meeting of the Access to Justice Commission...
A Trip To One Of The Oldest General Stores In Mississippi Is Like Stepping Back In Time
By: Daniella DiRienzo, Only In Mississippi (Photo Credit: Google Maps) There’s no better place to get a taste of the past than H.D. Gibbes & Sons in Learned, MS! Not only is...
CW Organics Apothicaire & Tea Room is a spot to slow down and savor the moment
By: Laura Lee Leathers, Magnolia Tribune “I want to take you to CW Organics Apothicaire & Tea Room in Ridgeland for your birthday. Have you been there?” my friend Toni asked. No, I...
Lawmakers convene hearing to consider Capital City Revitalization
By: Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune In an effort to combat the numerous challenges Jackson is facing, lawmakers on the Mississippi House Select Capital City Revitalization Committee...
The Life and Legacy of Nellie Jackson Comes Into Focus in Natchez
On September 23, 2025, the Historic Natchez Foundation will host a program that explores the life and legacy of one of Natchez’s most talked-about figures, Nellie Jackson. The evening will begin...
Jackson Police Chief resigns; Hinds County Sheriff named interim top cop in capital city
By: Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune Jackson’s Police Chief abruptly resigned on Tuesday, citing a job offer that is less stressful and “a lot more money.” “Today, I am tenuring my...
UMMC part of the solution to infant mortality public health emergency
By: Annie Oeth and Rachel Vanderford, UMMC Communications The University of Mississippi Medical Center is working to give babies a healthy start in life through programs that address...
Board of Trustees Initiates Search for New JSU President
The IHL Board of Trustees announced today the beginning of the search process for a new president at Jackson State University. IHL Board President Gee Ogletree offered insight into the process...
Unveiling of Anne Moody’s Freedom Trail marker set for September 15
By: Roscoe Barnes, III, Visit Natchez The late Anne Moody, author of "Coming of Age in Mississippi," will soon be honored with a Mississippi Freedom Trail marker in her hometown of...
State film office unveils new brand identity as Film Mississippi
The Mississippi Film Office has unveiled its new brand identity as Film Mississippi and relaunched its website, filmmississippi.org, to reflect the new branding. Along with the name change, Film...