Statewide News
Lawmakers agree on measures to fight blight in Mississippi municipalities
By: Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune Lawmakers passed a conference report Monday afternoon that sets the framework for awarding grants to Mississippi municipalities to fight blight on...
It’s Municipal Primary Election Day in Mississippi. Go vote!
By: Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune Most of Mississippi’s cities and towns are holding Municipal Primary Elections today, April 1. These primary elections are for voters to determine...
Atmos Energy Encourages Safety Awareness During National Safe Digging Month
Did you know more than 50 percent of outside natural gas leaks are caused by digging or construction that disturbs natural gas pipelines? Even minor damage, such as a nick, scrape, or dent in a...
Dr. Courtney Taylor talks first-year triumphs, challenges as AccelerateMS executive director
By: Lynne Jeter, Magnolia Tribune A stronger alignment to economic development, providing greater accountability for workforce funding, and increasing employer engagement were top...
Six 7th-12th grade teachers named state-level finalists for 2024-25 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
Six 7th-12th grade Mississippi teachers have been named 2024-25 state-level finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). The PAEMST...
MSDH Names New State Health Planning and Research Director
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) has appointed Dr. Kina White as Director of the Office of State Health Planning and Research (OSHR). Dr. Dan Edney, MSDH Executive Director and...