Capital & River News
UMMC INVITES ASPIRING PHYSICIANS TO PRE-MED DAY
By: Gary Pettus, UMMC Communications The University of Mississippi Medical Center is inviting college students who are considering a career in medicine to participate in the UMMC School of Medicine...
Zandra McDonald delivers message of hope at 85th commemoration of the Rhythm Night Club fire
Zandra McDonald delivered a message of hope and inspiration at the 85th commemoration of the 1940 Rhythm Night Club fire held Saturday, April 26, at the Rhythm Night Club (on site) Memorial...
ILLEGAL ALIEN SENTENCED FOR RAPING WOMAN AT LOCAL RESTAURANT
The Madison and Rankin Counties’ District Attorney Office announced today that Jose “Rigo” Rigoberto Mejia-Cubias pled guilty to one count of sexual battery in Madison County Circuit Court....
UMMC CEREMONY CELEBRATES ANATOMICAL DONORS
By: Gary Pettus, UMMC Communications Photos By: Jay Ferchaud/UMMC Communications Willie Frances Greer, who believed in the fortifying power of apple cider vinegar, downed a tablespoon...
Local Veteran Nonprofit 5th Squad Announces Tickets Available for upcoming Veteran’s Night Screening – Brothers After War
5th Squad is proud to announce a special screening of Brothers After War, a powerful documentary produced by Gary Sinise and captured by Merritt Productions. The exclusive screening event...
Freedom celebration for Prince Ibrahima and Isabella set for May 10 at Historic Jefferson College
A special event celebrating the 197th Freedom Anniversary of Prince Abdul Rahman Ibrahima and his wife, Isabella, will be held from 1 to 3 p.m....
Jackson council opposes JXN Water rate increase, tables pay raise proposal
By: Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune Jackson City Council members learned this week that their protest of a $9 a month water rate increase sought by JXN Water was merely symbolic....
Let’s Eat, Mississippi: The Dinner Bell in McComb
By: Susan Marquez, Magnolia Tribune Ask folks around the McComb area where to get the best down-home cooking and they’ll surely tell you to find your way to The Dinner Bell. The iconic...
Culture: Raphael Semmes to fulfill dream of playing with Mississippi Symphony
By: Susan Marquez, Magnolia Tribune Making a bucket list item come true is always exciting, and for Raphael Semmes, playing with the Mississippi Symphony tops his list. He’ll be...
Mississippi Farmers Market to Host Native Plant Fest on April 26
The Mississippi Farmers Markets will celebrate Native Plant Month by hosting Native Plant Fest this Saturday, April 26, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This family-friendly event will feature...