The sun will soon set earlier in Mississippi with daylight saving time ending, and transportation officials are asking motorists and pedestrians to be cautious during dark hours.The Mississippi Department of Transportation is calling on drivers to be prepared to slow down and watch out for walkers,
Legendary rock band Chicago will celebrate six decades of chart-topping hits with three Mississippi performances.As part of its 60th anniversary tour, Chicago will perform twice in Biloxi, then head to the Mississippi Delta for a concert in Cleveland. The shows on the Mississippi Gulf Coast will tak
Landmarks across Mississippi will soon light up teal in honor of November being Alzheimer’s Awareness Month.The annual nationwide effort is part of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Light the World in Teal program and aims to “literally shine a light on Alzheimer’s disease and show support for
With Halloween approaching, Mississippians have plenty of ways to celebrate spooky season, from interactive plays and family-friendly trunk-or-treat events to other festive activities.Here’s a look at some of the most anticipated Halloween happenings across the Magnolia State.Hattiesburg – “Zoo Boo”
A place where state lawmakers once gathered to debate and pass legislation is open to the public with expanded visiting hours.The Mississippi Department of Archives and History announced that the Old Capitol Museum is now open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.Built in 1839, the Old C
Phil Proctor left South Mississippi to build a career as a professional sculptor, creating large-scale art installations across the country. Two decades later, the Lucedale native has returned to the Mississippi Coast to create sculptures inspired by an artist he has admired since childhood — Walter
The man who has helped produce the Super Bowl halftime show is stepping into the spotlight: Jay-Z will headline the show himself.The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood,
Schools across three counties in North Mississippi are being awarded $1 million to enhance education.The Toyota Wellspring Education Fund at the CREATE Foundation will award educational grants to school districts in Pontotoc, Union, and Lee counties. This money will expand learning opportunities and
The Mississippi State Department of Health is using National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week as an opportunity to highlight the importance of getting children and homes tested for toxic metals.“There is no safe blood lead level in children,” a release from the state agency reads.National Lead Poisoni
13 Mississippi restaurants and culinary professionals earned 14 recognitions during the second annual Michelin Guide American South ceremonyThe ceremony honoring the region’s top eateries was held Wednesday night in Nashville. Three local spots earned the Bib Gourmand distinction, which recognizes e
With Halloween happening this Saturday, emergency officials are urging a fun yet safe night of trick-or-treating.“The smartest Halloween goblins go trick-or-treating with safety foremost in mind,” American Medical Response officials said in a press release. “Research has found a child is more likely
You’ll need to change your clocks this fall earlier than usual.Daylight saving time ends the first Sunday in November, which falls on Nov. 1 this year. That means clocks will fall back an hour on Halloween night – or 2 a.m. local time on Nov. 1, to be specific – giving you an extra hour of sleep but
Grammy Museum Mississippi hosted its “Lyrics and Latitudes” gala Thursday night, paying homage to Jimmy Buffett and other local singers while raising thousands of dollars for its education programs.According to the museum in Cleveland, the gala raised $180,000, all of which will go toward programs t
Arena football is returning to Southaven after a 20-year hiatus.Officials with the Landers Center announced that they have reached a new partnership with the American Arena League. Beginning in April 2027, the multipurpose venue will host Mississippi Wolfpack games.Founded in 2024 by former South Pa
Ground has been broken on a new $250 million center that federal, state, local, and healthcare officials believe will offer hope and positive outcomes for Mississippians battling cancer.Sitting congressional officials, state leaders, local legislators, and representatives of the University of Missis
The city of Ridgeland will host its second annual pecan festival this weekend after rain washed out the event’s originally scheduled date earlier this month.According to Explore Ridgeland, the city’s tourism arm, the 2026 Ridgeland Pecan Festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30
The 2026 Mississippi State Fair drew 514,000 visitors during its 11-day run, according to the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce.SuperTalk Mississippi News photographer Blake Harrell captured scenes from this year’s fair in Jackson. See our favorite photos in the gallery below.The Fe
Officials in one northeast Mississippi county have put a bounty on beavers.The Itawamba Soil and Water Conservation District is offering the public a cash reward for beaver tails turned in to its office. The reward is $15 per beaver tail.“Are you an Itawamba County Landowner? Do you have a problem w
The famous Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Mississippi for the holidays.Mitchell Distributing announced on Facebook that the horses will make stops in cities across both the Gulf Coast and the Delta between Dec. 4 and Dec. 19. The horses featured in the brewing company’s winter commercials are h
Delta State University is launching a bald eagle conservation initiative aimed at protecting the birds’ habitat in the Mississippi Delta while giving students hands-on research experience.The project, developed by Dr. Nina Baghai-Riding, a professor of environmental science and biology, will combine
Another run of the Mississippi State Fair has come to an end, and officials are boasting that the 11-day extravaganza had an uptick in attendance and proved safe once again.Mississippi Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson announced Tuesday that around 514,000 visitors made their way to the fair duri
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its weather forecast for Thanksgiving 2026, predicting a mix of sunshine, rain, and snow across the country.But what does the forecast have in store for Mississippi?According to the publication, Thanksgiving Day, which falls on Nov. 26 this year, will bring cool
Miss Mississippi Jane Granberry will use her platform to encourage children to read more, stay active, and build healthy habits.Granberry will visit elementary schools across the state this fall as part of her “Healthy Hearts, Bright Minds” tour. Granberry’s tour is part of a partnership with local
Thirteen-year-old Keegan Schloss has spent the past two years learning to skateboard in Biloxi. When he saw Jackson County’s recently unveiled plans for a permanent skatepark in St. Martin, its size caught him off guard.“I was shocked. I mean, I expected it to be nice, but, like, not that big,” Keeg
