Statewide News
House committee backs bill that may lead to more conditions added to medical cannabis list
By Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune A bill that could eventually lead to more debilitating conditions being added to the state’s medical marijuana allowable use list passed out of the...
Governor Reeves Provides Update On Severe Winter Weather
Governor Tate Reeves today announced that the state of Mississippi continues to work with county, state, federal, and private sector partners to respond to the severe winter weather impacting...
Mississippi put on notice of possible penalty over misspent welfare funds
By Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune Mississippi could still face significant penalties from the federal government related to the misspending of upwards of $90 million in welfare funds,...
Lawmakers consider task force to recommend ways of streamlining social services
By Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune The creation of a task force to study how social services agencies can streamline government and regulatory services passed the Senate Government...
Mississippi Public Service Commission Introduces 471 Area Code for Growing 662 Region
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...
Mississippi National Guard Activates 500 for Winter Storm Response
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...