The Mississippi Children’s Museum and MDWFP’s Museum of Natural Science celebrate 100 Magnolias planted at the LeFleur’s Bluff Complex in LeFleur’s Bluff State Park. LeFleur’s Bluff Complex is now home to over 100 Magnolias of various shapes, sizes, and varieties. ...
The East Central Community College Foundation received a grant through the Community Foundation of East Mississippi from the Meridian Jaycee Leadership and Community Development Endowment. The grant of $1,275 was presented by Christin Waters (center), executive...
The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning completed its search for the 13th President of Jackson State University by voting to name Dr. Marcus L. Thompson as President during its meeting held today in Jackson. Dr. Thompson has more than 20 years...
Fishing boat manufacturer Avid Boats is renovating and expanding its facility in Monroe County. The project is a $7.96 million investment that will create 50 new jobs. Avid Boats produces high-quality aluminum fishing boats from its headquarters in Amory. In March, a...
A Mississippi State University psychology faculty member is investing in the next generation through a $3.75 million grant to help reengage 16- to 25-year-olds—not currently in school or the workforce—and connect to options to brighten their futures. Michael R....
Madison and Rankin Counties’ District Attorney Bubba Bramlett announced that Judge Dewey Arthur sentenced Samuel Lamar Taylor, 52, to life without parole for one count of sexual battery and 15 years in prison for one count of gratification of lust. Taylor was found...
