Capital & River News

Mississippi Legends: Faith Hill

Mississippi Legends: Faith Hill

By: Susan Marquez, Magnolia Tribune It’s just a blip on Highway 49. The little green sign in Rankin County that tells motorists they are passing Star, Mississippi is mostly missed by those driving...

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Madison County

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Madison County

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and FEMA have opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Madison County to help survivors affected by the April 8-11, 2024, severe storms, tornadoes and...

First Human Case of West Nile Virus in 2024

First Human Case of West Nile Virus in 2024

The Mississippi State Department of Health has confirmed the first human case of West Nile Virus this year in Rankin County. West Nile Virus is transmitted primarily through the bite of an infected...

Millsaps College Welcomes 12th President

Millsaps College Welcomes 12th President

On Monday, June 17, the Millsaps College Board of Trustees welcomed Frank Neville as its 12th president, culminating an exhaustive national search. Neville’s appointment marks a new era for...