With new telephone numbers in high demand, the Mississippi Public Service Commission approved the implementation of the new 471 area code to overlay the existing 662 area code region. The 471 area code will serve Southaven, Tupelo, Greenwood, Greenville, Oxford, Horn...
The Mississippi National Guard (MSNG) activated 500 service members across the state to conduct general support, fueling operations, and aerial logistics packaging of food and other needed supplies following a major winter storm Jan. 23-26, 2026. The...
In an effort to increase the number of certified nurse midwives (CNMs) to help address Mississippi’s maternal health crisis, the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM) today filed a lawsuit asking a federal court in Jackson to strike down a Mississippi law...
By: Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Several bills passed out of the Mississippi Senate Education Committee late last week, including one that could lead to the consolidation of some school districts within the state. Other bills seek to set cellphone...
Entergy Mississippi crews are making progress assessing damage and restoring power to customers who were left without power after severe winter weather, including freezing rain and ice, entered the service area over the weekend. Road conditions, failing limbs,...
By: Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune Midterm Primary Elections are quickly approaching in Mississippi. The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office announced Monday that in-person and mail-in absentee ballots are now available in Circuit Clerk’s Offices...
