Around $1.5 million will be dispersed among Mississippi organizations assisting victims of human trafficking.Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced that the funding was made available through the Victims of Human Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation Fund, which was created by th
Compass Datacenters in Meridian has its first publicly announced tenant.Technology company Corderill LLC announced a $100 million investment on Wednesday. The investment is expected to create 20 new jobs, per the Mississippi Development Authority.“Companies looking for a location to build or expand
On Earth Day 2026, the American Lung Association released its annual State of the Air report showing that Mississippi children breathe “some of the dirtiest air” in the country.More than 65,000 kids across 10 reporting counties are exposed to unhealthy pollution levels, the report found through offi
The 2026 NFL Draft is one day away, and several players from Mississippi’s universities are hoping to hear their names called.Taking place around Pittsburgh’s Acrisure Stadium, the home of the Steelers, the NFL Draft will kick off Thursday at 7 p.m. CT with round one. Rounds two and three will take
A Mississippi school is planning not to compete in the upcoming football season due to a lack of players.Administrators at Thrasher Attendance Center in Booneville announced Wednesday that the school has seen a decline in the number of students who sign up to play middle and high school football, an
One of Starkville’s most exciting events – the world’s largest wiener dog race – is returning to town this weekend.The fourth annual Starkville Derby, which coincides with the Boardtown Pizza Arts Fest, will be held throughout the day on Saturday with the gates opening at 9 a.m. Live music begins an
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Brandi Carter needs her wine.As the owner of Levure Bottle Shop in Jackson, Mississippi, she sells natural wine delivered to her business by a state agency responsible for distributing alcoholic beverages to liquor stores, bars and restaurants. But delays caused by problems in
A Mississippi sheriff is disappointed with his constituents after being left in the dark about a mass shooting that injured four people.Jefferson County Sheriff James Bailey Sr. took to social media to call out members of his community for not reporting the incident that took place on Saturday night
Three people have been arrested for alleged unemployment fraud.State Auditor Shad White announced Tuesday that special agents from his office took Harrison County residents Chadwick Stubbs, Blair Stubbs, and Shinka Stubbs into custody. The three are accused of using the identities of 13 inmates to f
President Donald Trump recently named former U.S. Deputy Surgeon General Dr. Erica Schwartz as his nominee to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – a position Mississippi’s top doctor was on the shortlist for before withdrawing.State Health Officer Dr. Dan Edney opened up Tuesday on
Pearl Day is returning this weekend with a star-studded entertainment lineup on the docket.Multi-platinum rock band Daughtry will conclude a day packed full of free family-friendly activities and outdoor festivities on Saturday in Trustmark Park’s north parking lot. The free concert will begin with
In addition to high fertilizer and fuel costs tied to conflict in the Middle East, Mississippi farmers are suffering from a lack of rainfall, with the federal government trying to provide relief.The U.S. Department of Agriculture informed Gov. Tate Reeves that 21 counties have been designated as “pr
The University of Southern Mississippi is mourning the loss of one of its former presidents.University officials announced Monday that Dr. Shelby Freland Thames passed away April 17 at the age of 89. Thames served as president of Southern Miss from 2002 until 2007 after nearly four decades as a facu
The 29th annual Double Decker Arts Festival is happening in Oxford this weekend.One of the most popular events in the college town, Double Decker will run on Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25. The festival will feature some of the finest foods Mississippi has to offer, live music, and everyth
Daniel Stallworth survived another round of elimination Monday night in his journey to become the second Mississippian in a row to win “American Idol.”Stallworth, one day before his 28th birthday, was the first contestant called to the stage as part of the show’s annual “Disney Night.” After telling
A Natchez mother is behind bars after allegedly sending threatening photos involving her 4-month-old baby to the child’s father.Police Chief Lee Best said the unidentified father notified law enforcement of the messages on Monday morning. The father also shared the pictures on social media, but late
Mississippi’s Giant Houseparty will kick things off a month earlier than normal this year.Instead of getting underway in late July, as has been the case for decades, the 137th Neshoba County Fair will run from June 19-26. Fair officials announced last year that the 2026 edition of cabin-filled festi
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety is warning residents to beware of a statewide scam.Folks across the state have received a text message from a sender purporting to be from a Driver Service Bureau. The message notifies the recipient that they have an unsettled traffic violation and must pa
Former Ole Miss star A.J. Brown may be heading to the New England Patriots, according to a Monday morning report from ESPN.Insider Adam Schefter reported the Philadelphia Eagles are open to trading Brown and that the Patriots “remain highly interested” in acquiring the three-time All-Pro receiver. N
Mississippi State, Ole Miss, and Southern Miss have surged in the rankings after a big weekend on the diamond.The Bulldogs (30-10, 10-8 SEC) jumped two spots to No. 15 in the latest poll from D1Baseball following a strong bounce back. Brian O’ Connor’s club, after having been on the wrong side of SE
The Hinds County Chancery Courthouse and all offices within have returned to normal operations following a “potential hazardous device” threat.Sheriff Tyree Jones reported just before 9:30 a.m. on Monday that the government building in Jackson had been evacuated. His team and other law enforcement p
Former state Rep. Nick Bain is set to announce a 2027 bid for state auditor.The Republican from Corinth posted an invitation to a campaign announcement event on X early Monday morning. The invitation states he is running for auditor and invites supporters to Corinth City Hall on April 27 at 9 a.m.Jo
Mississippi roadways may be riskier this summer, according to a new study examining how safe it is to drive between the months of June and August.MoneyGeek found that U.S. summer road deaths fell by 3.8% from 2022 to 2023 and another 4.5% from 2023 to 2024, for a total decline of 8.1% nationwide, wi
A Natchez police officer is on the other side of the bars after being arrested and charged with domestic violence simple assault.The Natchez Democrat reported that officers with the Natchez Police Department were dispatched to the scene of a domestic assault on Friday evening. Upon discovering that
