Governor Tate Reeves today announced the promotion of Brigadier General Bobby M. Ginn, Jr. to the rank of Major General effective immediately. “Major General Ginn has been a tremendous asset to our state and our nation,” said Governor Tate Reeves....
By: Courtney Ingle, Magnolia Tribune With the back-to-school season in full swing, we’re all a little desperate to blow off some steam and have a good time! Here’s a breakdown of some fun events happening throughout the state during the month of August 2024. Annual...
By: Thomas Dent, Magnolia Tribune Benjamin Franklin famously said, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” In Mississippi, you can add the need for more foster parents to the list. We see the news stories and hear about the need for additional...
By Guest Columnist Jim Pollard, MA, NRP When anyone dials 911 for an ambulance, the caller expects the paramedics and EMTs to deliver prompt, medically sound, safe and compassionate care. But how does the public know their ambulance service meets recognized national...
By Sally C. Pipes One day, our grandchildren may talk about Medicare the way we talk about Bernie Madoff. Medicare’s trustees recently released their annual report on the program’s finances, and things are not looking good. The entitlement spent $12...
The Mississippi State Department of Health has launched Transportation to Health for those needing a ride to a county health department or participating pharmacy. The federal-grant funded program provides transportation to and from county health department clinics and...