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
For the seventh year in a row, Cruisin’ the Coast has been voted as the best car event in the nation.Now considered “America’s Largest Block Party”, the week long event topped the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2026 during a month-long social media public vote. A total of 20 car events
Mississippi State University is altering its exam schedule following a cyberattack on an online platform used by thousands of educational institutions nationwide.University officials announced that final exams scheduled for Friday will now be held on Saturday, potentially disrupting some students’ a
The nation’s largest public power provider is awarding a total of $350,000 to reduce power bills at 12 Mississippi schools.Education centers in Mississippi join more than 100 of their peers in neighboring states receiving a share of a $3.3 million pool from the Tennessee Valley Authority. The power
A lucky Mississippi Powerball player is $2 million richer after Wednesday night’s drawing.The anonymous player purchased the winning ticket at Doc’s Quick Stop Exxon in Byhalia, and matched all five white-ball numbers in the drawing.There’s another Mississippi millionaire after a Byhalia player clai
America’s longest-running music festival is underway in downtown Meridian.From now until Saturday night, the Jimmie Rodgers Music Festival will bring community events and a multitude of concerts for the public’s entertainment. The multi-day event named after “The Father of Country Music,” Jimmie Rod
SuperTalk Mississippi Media’s CPR Rocks will be bringing back CPR Fest this Saturday with a stacked lineup set to perform inside the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi.Festivities were originally scheduled to take place outside the concert and event venue, but expected inclement conditions have pr
SuperTalk Mississippi Media’s CPR Rocks will be bringing back CPR Fest this Saturday with a stacked lineup set to perform outside the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi.CPR Fest 22 is headlined by Staind with the main-stage lineup also including Sleep Theory, From Ashes to New, Nonpoint, Zero 9:36
Mississippi’s largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration has yielded a nearly $206,000 donation to the state’s lone children’s hospital.Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade & Festival presented a check for $205,900 to Children’s of Mississippi on Wednesday, marking another milestone in the event’s longstanding commi
Boom Ball is coming to central Mississippi this summer.The popular baseball game with unique twists will be showcased at Trustmark Park in Pearl on June 20, promising a “wild, fast, and family-friendly take on America’s favorite pastime.”Boom Ball blends parts of baseball with kid-friendly live ente
Meridian native Jamal Roberts returned to the “American Idol” stage on Monday night, almost exactly a year after he won the hit singing competition.Roberts was invited to perform during the penultimate episode of season 24. Wearing a red velvet suit and sporting a new haircut, he showed off his late
Daniel Stallworth is returning to his hometown of Moss Point for a free concert after his lengthy run on “American Idol” came to an end last week.Stallworth, who made it to the show’s Top 7, announced on Facebook that he will take the stage for a “Hometown Celebration” concert on Tuesday. The show w
Fans of Grammy-winning artist Jelly Roll were given the bad news that the artist would not be taking the stage alongside Post Malone on the first leg of the Big Ass Stadium Tour Part 2, which included a show at Ole Miss. But, on the bright side, the “Son of a Sinner” singer is not punting on Mississ
The annual Mississippi Makers Fest returns to downtown Jackson this Saturday, promising art, music, and plenty of good food.The free, outdoor get-together is put on by the Mississippi Department of Archives and History. It will once again be held outside the Two Mississippi Museums, and after welcom
Post Malone and Jelly Roll will not be performing at Ole Miss this year.The two hit artists were originally set to take the main stage at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on June 5 as part of The Big Ass Stadium Tour Part 2. The Oxford show is the latest to be axed by Post Malone, who notably canceled colle
