Statewide News
Regulating kratom in Mississippi: Age restriction, local bans, business concerns
By: Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Efforts to ban kratom products from store shelves throughout Mississippi were unsuccessful in 2025, but the Legislature passed a bill that sets an...
Gavel Passes to New President of IHL Board of Trustees
Leadership of the Mississippi Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning changed at the board’s monthly meeting on April 17, 2025, as the gavel was passed from outgoing president...
Intoxicating hemp products will remain on Mississippi shelves after legislation to regulate it dies
By: Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Hemp-based products that contain intoxicating THC levels will remain on the shelves of some Mississippi businesses for at least another year after...
The Mississippi Egg Marketing Board Announces 2025 Easter Coloring Contest
The Mississippi Egg Marketing Board will host its annual Easter Coloring Contest. The contest is open to Mississippi school children ages 4 to 9 years old. One winner will be chosen from each age...
Mississippi’s state parks: Nature’s playground
By: Meredith Biesinger, Magnolia Tribune Looking for a budget-friendly, fun-filled activity with stunning scenery? Look no further than Mississippi’s State Parks. The Magnolia State is...
Driver Service Bureaus opening extra hours ahead of Real ID deadline
By: Magnolia Mornings, Magnolia Tribune The Mississippi Department of Public Safety’s Driver Service Bureau will open select locations on Saturday, April 12; Saturday, April 26; and Saturday,...