If you’re trying to get the kiddos out of the house and find something fun to do this summer, the Mississippi Children’s Museum has announced a new exhibit coming to its Jackson location.“Emotions at Play” will bring the beloved world of Pixar’s “Inside Out” movie to life through hands-on and digita
The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science is joining some of its peers in offering free admission to military members.After the Two Mississippi Museums – the Museum of Mississippi History and Mississippi Civil Rights Museum – announced that they were participating in the 2026 Blue Star Museums progr
Moses, a disabled Gulf Coast box turtle at Mississippi Aquarium, now wheels around freely. His transportation abilities were made possible by the determination and passion of a compassionate coral laboratory aquarist.Aquarium officials explained that Moses has “significant mobility impairments” due
Mississippi has unveiled a statewide plan to navigate the ever-evolving roadmap of artificial intelligence with the overarching goal of boosting its workforce.Gov. Tate Reeves announced the Mississippi Statewide AI Framework on Thursday, articulating priorities and providing a structured, stage-by-s
Mississippi’s shrimp season is less than a week away.The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources has set the opening date of the 2026-27 shrimp season in state territorial waters for 6 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26. All state regulations will be in effect, and all boats engaged in catching or transport
Mississippi is investing $5 million to help low-income families pay for child care.The Mississippi Department of Human Services announced Wednesday that the funding will come from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program and will be administered through the agency’s division of ear
The largest bank headquartered in Mississippi has made a significant donation to fund cancer research in the state.Trustmark announced Wednesday a $2 million commitment to support the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s Cancer Center and Research Institute. The funding will go toward an ongoi
A relatively new city has a new flag.Flowood officials gathered Monday night to unveil and adopt the city’s first municipal flag since being incorporated in 1989.The flag is the product of a design competition between 42 local high schoolers. Students at Hartfield Academy, Jackson Prep, and Northwes
Even with prices at the pumps the highest they have been since 2022, travel experts are predicting a busy Memorial Day weekend with millions of Americans packing up and gassing up the cars for road trips.AAA Mississippi spokesperson Don Redman said Tuesday the automobile association is “staying with
Mississippi has been selected as the first state to partner with the federal government in a revamped initiative to locate missing foster children.Attorney General Lynn Fitch and Department of Child Protection Services Andrea Sanders have launched “Operation Hope,” alongside federal partners. As par
Cheap movie tickets with proceeds going to a good cause. It doesn’t get much better than that.Malco Theatres announced plans for another edition of its Midweek at Malco programming, which includes various Wednesday morning matinees throughout the summer. Tickets for the family-friendly movies cost j
As college graduations take place statewide, the Mississippi College School of Law presented a posthumous honorary degree to one of the state’s iconic civil rights leaders.During Friday’s commencement ceremony, the family of Medgar Wiley Evers was presented with the degree along with a framed citati
After climbing to $1 million for the first time ever nearly a year ago, the Mississippi Match 5 jackpot is halfway there – unless someone wins it this weekend.The Mississippi Lottery Corporation announced Friday morning that Thursday night’s drawing saw no winners, pushing the local draw game’s gran
Are you ready, kids? If so, nautical nonsense is on the horizon with SpongeBob Squarepants set to make a stop at Keesler Federal Park.The famous pineapple under the sea resident and main character of Nickelodeon’s animated series “SpongeBob SquarePants” will be at the Biloxi Shuckers game on May 24.
Members of the U.S. military and their families can soon explore the Museum of Mississippi History and the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum in Jackson at no cost.The Two Mississippi Museums are participating in the 2026 Blue Star Museums program, which provides free admission to currently serving mil
William Carey University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine remains one of the top academic medical institutions in the country.For the fifth straight year, the Hattiesburg-based school has found itself among some of the top programs in the U.S. when it comes to graduating primary care physicians and
Six Mississippi students have been named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholar semifinalists.The Mississippi Department of Education made the announcement Wednesday, adding that the program honors the nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors.Semifinalists representing the Magnolia State i
Hundreds of artisans, food vendors, and other attractions are once again set to draw thousands of visitors for the first leg of this year’s Canton Flea Market Arts & Crafts Show.The biannual marketplace, which happens on and around the city’s historic square the second Thursday of May and October an
Research from the University of Mississippi has linked substance use to depression in adolescents.A new national study led by Ole Miss assistant public health professor Andrew Yockey and graduate student Aminul Apu has found that nearly one in five American adolescents battled with depression betwee
Delta State University will soon launch a new scholarship for teachers and first responders.University officials announced the creation of the Delta Heroes scholarship on Tuesday. The new financial assistance program is designed to support graduate students from Mississippi who serve communities acr
Mississippi State University chemist Colleen Scott has been awarded with one of the nation’s most prestigious honors given annually to researchers whose federally funded work leads to real-world impact.Scott, an associate professor in Mississippi State’s Department of Chemistry, has been selected fo
Mississippi Comic Con is returning to Jackson for its 12th edition this summer – and with a star-studded lineup already booked.This year’s event will be held Friday through Sunday, June 26-28, at the Mississippi Trade Mart and Coliseum for a weekend full of celebrities, creators, gaming, cosplay, an
Custom storage systems producer Lockers Manufacturing is expanding its operations in Panola County with a nearly $10 million investment.The Mississippi Development Authority announced Monday that the company is putting $9.7 million into its existing Batesville plant and is looking to create 25 new j
Patrick Medina works for the city of Pearl as a mechanic, where he was recently recognized as employee of the month. He has even started his own side business, where he works on small engines and lawnmowers. Medina’s path to success was not simple, though. In fact, it was rife with obstacles — the m
