By Marilyn Tinnin, Magnolia Tribune Gifted jazz singer-pianist Ora Reed, once named “Mississippi’s Cultural Ambassador” by former Governor Haley Barbour and an inductee into the 2017 Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame, has charmed audiences...
By Magnolia Mornings, Magnolia Tribune Governor Tate Reeves’ office announced Tuesday that the Port of Gulfport has reached a major milestone in its drive to deepen and widen the federal channel serving Mississippi’s state port, a step Reeves’ office...
By Eric Olson, Associated Press A look at the eight teams competing in the College World Series, which starts Friday at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Nebraska. (Capsules in order of CWS opening games. Coaches’ records through super regionals): ...
By Meredith Biesinger, Magnolia Tribune Every June, Hattiesburg is cleverly referred to as Baseburg. If you’ve spent any time in the Hub City this time of year, you know exactly what that means. Southern Miss flags flutter outside businesses. Restaurants...
By Sophie Bates, Associated Press Nearly 50 years after Elvis Presley’s death, a gaggle of exuberant young boys and teens shook up his hometown, intent on keeping the king’s legacy alive for a new generation. Ranging in age from seven to 17, some donning...
By Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune State Rep. Bo Brown (D) has died following a lengthy illness, his family said Monday. Brown, 81, had served in the Mississippi House of Representatives since 2020 representing District 20 in Hinds County. He was...
