By: Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune While the first official day of summer is more than a month away, the 2024 hurricane season begins in two weeks. Hurricane season starts on June 1st and lasts through November 30th. Mississippi officials are warning residents who...
Governor Tate Reeves has declared May 19-25, 2024 as Emergency Medical Services Week in Mississippi. This year marks the 50th anniversary of National EMS Week which is a time to show our gratitude toward Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and paramedics who provide...
In a release from the State Auditor’s office on Thursday, Auditor Shad White announced that his office has been conducting a detailed investigation into unemployment compensation fraud called Operation Payback and has secured their first indictment associated with the...
The Mississippi Department of Education is announcing that 75.7% of 31,787 third graders passed the initial administration of the third-grade reading assessment given this spring for the 2023-24 school year. The percentage is nearly the same as the initial pass rate...
During Mental Health Awareness Month and Law Enforcement Appreciation Week, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) is highlighting its commitment to enhancing public safety and supporting individuals experiencing mental health crises through Crisis...
On May 8, Gov. Tate Reeves signed Senate Bill 2696 that establishes the Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant (MMSRG) program as an ongoing program under the state. This program provides funds through the Mississippi Development Authority for downtown...