One of central Mississippi’s favorite outdoor concerts is just around the corner.Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s Pepsi Pops will celebrate its 44th year at Old Trace Park at the Ross Barnett Reservoir, putting a symphonic spin on chart toppers, movie themes, Broadway hits, and patriotic fare. On Fr
Officials in McComb celebrated the grand opening of a new Coca-Cola sales center and warehouse on Friday.The facility, estimated to be a $15 million investment by the soft drink giant, is located on 12 acres off I-55 in Gateway Industrial Park. It includes a sales and distribution center, warehouse,
Another Netflix series set in Mississippi will soon be available for viewers nationwide to watch.After The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga became the talk of many towns with its winding, true story of two local enemies who took a rivalry as far as an assassination attempt on the president, wo
You might miss out on a few things this weekend in Hattiesburg. But that’s okay, because the “Busiest Weekend to be a Hattiesburger” has enough events from Friday to Saturday to fill anyone’s schedule.Community leaders gathered Thursday at the Hattiesburg Zoo to highlight the aptly named weekend tha
U.S. residents, including everyone here in Mississippi, have just under two weeks to get a REAL ID if they want to fly the friendly skies anytime soon.Beginning May 7, most adults catching a commercial flight will be required to present a passport or an upgraded, state-issued identification card tha
One of Mississippi’s most popular arts festivals will be kicking off this weekend, with Double Decker slated to get underway in the Oxford square on Friday.Double Decker, one of the most popular events in the college town, will run from April 25-26, featuring some of the finest foods Mississippi has
Amtrak will soon run along the Mississippi Gulf Coast for the first time in nearly 20 years.Agreements have been reached for twice-daily intercity train service along the Mississippi Gulf Coast between New Orleans and Mobile, Ala. Starting this summer at an unspecified date, the new Amtrak Mardi Gra
Tupelo officials are gearing up for the grand opening of a multipurpose outdoor facility, which will serve as home to the city’s growing farmer’s market.The Depot, located at 208 North Front Street, is a $2.1 million project funded by the City of Tupelo and Tupelo Convention & Visitors Bureau. Desig
Walmart is set to strengthen its commitment to Mississippi in 2025 by remodeling 16 stores across the state, enhancing associate benefits, and supporting local communities. These investments aim to improve customer experiences, create career opportunities, and foster development, according to a rele
In news we love to share, nine Mississippi students have been named 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars semifinalists.The Mississippi Department of Education made the announcement Tuesday. The program honors the nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors.Semifinalists from Mississippi ar
The city of Madison has announced plans to break ground on a “transformative” arts and entertainment district aimed at elevating the quality of life for area residents.Located off Galleria Parkway near Interstate 55, “The Gallery” will be a privately funded, mixed-use destination that blends enterta
Federal officials will soon host a National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to combat the overdose epidemic the U.S. is facing.Facilitated by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), this event serves to help Americans easily rid their homes of unneeded medications, including those that are old, unwanted,
The ACCESS program at Mississippi State University is joining the College of Education’s Institute on Disabilities — a move that increases services, resources, facility space, and more to aid students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.ACCESS has been ensuring college-age students with
After over a billion votes came in from American Idol faithful, Meridian native Jamal Roberts was selected to move into the competition’s top 14 as six others were eliminated Monday night.Host Ryan Seacrest opened the show by explaining that half of the 20 finalists after Sunday’s episode would auto
May the Fourth be with you! A moniker that unites Star Wars fans across the map will be echoed across the Mississippi Pine Belt two Sundays from now.The Hattiesburg Pocket Museum is calling all Jedi, Sith Lords, smugglers, rebels, and droids to gather for an intergalactic celebration on May 4 for a
The annual Mississippi Makers Fest is right around the corner with Gattman native and former American Idol finalist Colin Stough headlining the event on Saturday, May 10.Stough finished in the hit ABC show’s top three in 2022 before embarking on a career in country music. He has since released popul
For the third time in as many years, a Mississippian has advanced to the top 20 of American Idol.Jamal Roberts, an elementary PE teacher from Meridian competing on season 23 of the singing show, won enough of the fan vote last week to join a growing list of people from the Magnolia State to make it
Night owls in Mississippi will soon have the chance to enjoy one of the state’s top museums after hours.On Friday, May 9, the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science will be hosting an “Owl Prowl,” inviting the public to enjoy the state’s nighttime wildlife. From 6:30 p.m. until 9 p.m., guests of all
On Tuesday, April 22, in honor of Earth Day 2025, Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland and NexTech are partnering to give residents a chance to recycle their electronics.The recycling event, which will take place from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Barnes & Noble parking lot, aims to avoid imprope
While Mississippians already know there’s nothing like a drive down the Natchez Trace – especially during fall when foliage is in full swing – or taking a hike on one of its nature trails, people now have a chance to solidify the parkway as the most scenic in the nation.The Natchez Trace, which span
April is National Volunteer Month, and the American Red Cross is aiming to make a push to drive blood donations during a critical season.According to Red Cross officials, about 12,000 daily blood donations are needed to keep hospital shelves ready to help those in need while maintaining adequate lev
A $29.8 million new housing development in downtown Jackson will bring nearly 70 low-income housing units to one of the capital city’s most historic areas.Jackson leaders, developers, and other officials gathered in the Farish Street neighborhood on Wednesday to break ground on the development, whic
From spicy and dill pickles to pickled okra and onions, Mississippi’s annual Pickle Fest is yet again promising to be a big ‘dill’ as officials have announced the previously one-day event will now be held over an entire weekend.The Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum in Jackson will host the
What started out as a dream and a vision for Mississippi’s toughest kids has now come to fruition. Camp Kamassa, located in Crystal Springs, is officially up and running to provide a fun-filled getaway for children with special needs.Decades ago, Mary Kitchens, who started Camp Kamassa, noticed a gl
