Capital & River News
‘This has pulled us together’: UMMC prioritizes care, learning during cyberattack
Contributors: Annie Oeth, Danny Barrett Jr., Gary Pettus, Tally Connelly, Rachel Vanderford, and L.A. Warren The University of Mississippi Medical Center’s clinics resumed normal operations today...
The Salvation Army of Jackson Hosts 29th Annual Bowls of Blessings Fundraiser
The Salvation Army of Jackson invites the community to attend the 29th Annual Bowls of Blessings, formerly known as the Souper Bowl, on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at...
Statement from the BOH and MSDH on the Passing of Elayne H. Anthony
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) and the State Board of Health (BOH) are saddened by the passing of long-time BOH member Elayne Hayes-Anthony today. For nearly 20...
Natchez Powwow set for March 28-29 on the Bluff
By Roscoe Barnes III, Ph.D., Visit Natchez The Natchez Powwow, a festive cultural event that has captivated locals and visitors for over 30 years, will take place March 28-29,...
Lawmakers move Metro Jackson Water Authority Act forward
By Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune The Senate Energy Committee advanced a bill to reform the beleaguered Jackson water system even as capital city leadership has fought parts of...
“Mississippi Made” exhibit traces the impact of the Magnolia State as part of America 250 celebration
By Susan Marquez, Magnolia Tribune In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a special exhibit will be on display at the Two...
House seeks to allow proton radiation therapy in Rankin County, addresses other CON provisions
By Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Two Senate bills made it out of the House Public Health and Human Services Committee on Thursday. One aims to adjust the state’s certificate of need...
Natural Science Museum to Host “CrawFest” – A Mudbug Celebration!
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) Mississippi Museum of Natural Science (MMNS) is turning up the heat...
Jasmine Blanton: A paint brush, a pen, and a message
By Marilyn Tinnin, Magnolia Tribune Jasmine Blanton is an old soul and a beautiful, young twenty-three-year-old aspiring artist and author. Describing herself as someone who “grew up...
Long-awaited Pearl River flood control project moves forward
By Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune A project that looks to protect the City of Jackson and the surrounding area from flooding by the Pearl River is moving to the next phase....