Spring break travel numbers are expected to soar at the Jackson airport, according to airport officials who are preparing for an influx of passengers.The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) announced that airlines at Jackson-Medgar Evers International Airport (JAN) are gearing up for peak spr
Spring break season has officially arrived in Mississippi with students from all grades poised to have a week off of school, and the Hattiesburg Zoo is inviting “staycationers” to take time for a fun-filled visit.The zoo will be holding various spring break festivities from March 12-23. To begin the
The Amiable Arts Foundation (AAF) announced plans for its inaugural “Dancing for the Stars” fundraiser. The evening event, promising to be electrifying, will feature several forms of entertainment and is dedicated to inspiring young artists in under-resourced communities.Taking place on April 5 at 6
As Mississippians prepare to “spring forward” this weekend, State Fire Marshal Mike Chaney is reminding people that the time change is a great chance to ensure that smoke alarms are working properly.According to Chaney, there have been 22 fire deaths in Mississippi through the first two months of 20
The Magnolia State is known for producing some of the nation’s best music, and to celebrate those behind some of the greatest hits, the month of March has been designated “Mississippi Musicians Month.”In 2024, lawmakers in both the Mississippi House of Representatives and Senate unanimously passed H
Mississippi’s newest Freedom Trail Marker honoring the late James “Charles” Evers was unveiled Friday at the Jefferson County Courthouse in Fayette.Evers, the elder brother of Civil Rights martyr Medgar Evers, was installed as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) St
The Downtown Tupelo Main Street Association (DTMSA) is excited to present the 27th annual Tupelo Elvis Festival, celebrating Elvis Presley’s 90th birthday. The event will take place from June 4 -7 at the historic Lyric Theatre on Broadway Street. The festival will also highlight a variety of events
When Dr. Tristan Clemons isn’t conducting research or teaching in the University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Polymer Science and Engineering, there’s a good chance you might find him defending a field hockey goal on the world stage.Clemons joined the Southern Miss faculty in 2021 after a sti
Daylight saving time returns to most of the U.S. this weekend, which means it’s time to “spring forward” and welcome a later sunset for the next six months.Here’s what to know about the time change and when to change those clocks.When does daylight saving time start?For the 48 U.S. states that obser
Parents in the Magnolia State looking to provide their children with a fun-filled and educational summer are in luck.Registration is now available for the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science’s CAMP WILD (Wander, Investigate, Learn, Discover), available to children in the PreK3 age range up to seni
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks has implemented a new state lake permit and fee structure.These changes, which went into effect on Feb. 18, apply to fishing and boating at state fishing lakes and state park lakes. Changes to camping and pavilion rental fees have also tak
The latest marker to be installed on the Mississippi Freedom Trail was unveiled this week, commemorating Canton native and civil rights activist Annie Bell Robinson Devine.Located in Devine’s hometown, the marker will be permanently displayed at the Madison County Courthouse. On Tuesday, officials f
Legendary pedal steel guitarist Lloyd Green was honored with a Mississippi Country Music Trail marker at the University of Southern Mississippi on Tuesday. With a career spanning over five decades, Green contributed to 116 No. 1 hits. Green also played alongside country stars like Tammy Wynette and
The American Red Cross of Mississippi is offering a new benefit for donating blood – enabling donors to give to those in need while also checking in on their own health.During March, all successful blood, platelet, and plasma donors will be provided free A1C testing, which is commonly used to screen
Beloved Sesame Street cast members Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and the rest of the Sesame gang are bringing their new live show, “Sesame Street Live! Say Hello” to the Historic Saenger Theatre on Friday, April 4 at 6 p.m. At “Sesame Street Live! Say Hello,” audiences can expect a high-energy
Teams at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Stennis Space Center installed a newly produced RS-25 engine, marking a key milestone in pushing forward rocket propulsion technology.Originally, the RS-25 was used in the Space Shuttle Program and has since been upgraded for NASA’s A
The Hattiesburg Zoo is moving into the digital age and will soon be cashless, while simultaneously upping the price of admission.Beginning March 1, the facility will only accept digital and card-based payments. This will apply throughout the zoo, including entry gates, at the facility’s train, insid
Award-winning country music group Old Dominion is coming to Mississippi as part of its incoming “How Good Is That – World Tour.”The Nashville-based band will play at The Sound Amphitheater on June 12 before circling back to the BankPlus Amphitheater in Southaven on June 27. Both shows will feature s
To help celebrate Mardi Gras, Grammy Museum Mississippi in Cleveland will be hosting a free “Family Day” event on Saturday, March 15.The event, which will span from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., covers admission to the museum and includes an educational program with Grammy-winning artist Terrance Simien, a Kre
The Mississippi Book Festival has announced it will once again be set up on the grounds of the state capitol in Jackson with this year’s edition set for Saturday, Sept. 13.The annual literary lawn party, now heading into its eleventh year, has become one of the most popular book events in the Southe
Fossil enthusiasts will soon be able to indulge in a day of prehistoric fun at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.The museum in Jackson is inviting fossil aficionados to come out to LeFleur’s Bluff on March 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the 22nd annual Fossil Road Show.“Bring your fossil disco
Former NFL star and Super Bowl champion Ndamukong Suh has been announced as the keynote speaker for the annual summit held by Mississippi State University’s Athlete Engineering Institute.Themed “Becoming Elite,” the summit will be held April 15-17 at The Mill at MSU Conference Center. The event, now
As August marks the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, the Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson are beginning to roll out a slate of programming that will document the devastation caused by the storm and how the state has recovered in the two decades following.The first Katrina-related exhibit is
Looking for a Mardi Gras celebration? Whether you find the baby in the king cake or not, you’re in luck.Early season parades have already taken place on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, but this weekend will begin the two-week wave of dozens of parades across the state. The purple, green, and gold roots
