As Americans enjoy the nation’s 250th year of independence, Mississippi fishermen can enjoy public waters freely.July 4 is recognized as a free fishing day statewide, with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks announcing that folks can cast rods and reels at most public bodies
As summer heats up, so do the game options from the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.The MLC has unveiled four new scratch-off games for July, now available at retailers across the state.“The lineup ranges from $1 to $10 and offers fresh play styles, multipliers, and bonus features with top prices up
Mississippi Christian University and Alcorn State University have joined forces on a master’s degree program in accounting.The two schools signed a memorandum of understanding earlier this week that allows accounting students at Alcorn State to have access to an accelerated Master of Accountancy deg
Shoppers looking to avoid that pesky sales tax will get a chance to do so in a couple of weekends.Happening statewide is Mississippi’s annual tax-free weekend, beginning Friday, July 10, and lasting through Sunday, July 12. Shoppers won’t have to worry about paying the 7% sales tax on clothing, foot
Although summer is in full swing, the start of the school year is just around the corner for Mississippi students, with many districts beginning the 2026-27 academic year in July. With that in mind, health officials are reminding parents that they will need a birth certificate for their students.For
Fireworks shows are expected to be bigger than ever this weekend as Mississippi and the entire country celebrate America’s 250th birthday on Independence Day.Ahead of the holiday, State Fire Marshal and Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney is urging both those who light fireworks and those watching to
GAUTIER — With a backpack on his shoulders, several phones in hand and thousands of thousands still ahead, Jack Kadis walked into Gautier on Thursday as part of his goal to walk the outline of the continental United States.Kadis, 22, is from Charlotte, North Carolina. He has built an Instagram follo
Mississippi State University and the University of Southern Mississippi are partnering to teach children and adults with special needs how to swim.The two schools will hold a joint swim camp in Hattiesburg between July 13-17, offering those with special needs an opportunity to learn the foundations
Mississippi’s own DK Metcalf is looking to give back to a community that played an influential role in his upbringing through a new scholarship program.The Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver and his family announced Monday that they are launching the Met the Moment Scholarship through their nonprofit
Grammy award-winning singer and Hollywood Walk of Fame star recipient Brandy Norwood is returning to her home town for a special celebration.Brandy, also a New York Times best-selling author, will make an appearance at McComb’s July 6 Live After Five event, where she will be recognized by city, coun
The Biloxi Police Department has issued reminders to both citizens and visitors ahead of this weekend’s edition of Scrapin’ the Coast.The South’s largest car, truck, and bike show begins Friday and runs through Sunday. Especially since it’s a car show, heavy traffic and congestion are expected throu
The Mississippi Gulf Coast is getting its first book festival this August – and the story behind the event is one of grief, resilience, and a love for literature.Lashunda Mitchell, the founder of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Book Festival, explained during an appearance on Good Things with Rebecca Tur
Two Mississippi lottery players will be cashing in on six-figure wins.Two separate $100,000 prizes were won in just five days – one through the Powerball and another on a scratch-off ticket.The first win came from the Saturday, June 20, Powerball drawing. The lucky winner purchased the ticket at Fas
The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning Board of Trustees approved Delta State University’s proposal to separate the College of Business and Aviation into two individual programs.The board that governs public universities approved Delta State’s plan to create two distinct academic schools wi
Mississippians with faulty driver’s licenses can get a free replacement.Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell reports that the backside barcode on some recently-issued IDs have not been scanning properly, posing problems for Mississippians in the TSA line at airports, gas stations, grocery stores,
A pair of Mississippi’s coastal cities has been recognized as “bucket list” destinations by Southern Living.The popular lifestyle magazine released a 30 Beach Getaways So Beautiful They Belong On Every Bucket List review, and the cities of Ocean Springs and Bay St. Louis were featured.Ocean Springs
All eyes will be on Oxford ahead of the highly anticipated Ole Miss-LSU football weekend in September, and one of the hottest rising stars in music has taken notice. Country music sensation Ella Langley plans to make it that much more interesting with a concert in Oxford leading into the big game.Ol
Mississippi has been at the forefront of economic success in recent years, and has been recognized for reeling in high-dollar projects with a Gold Shovel Award.The national award, presented by Area Development magazine, honors Mississippi’s major accomplishments in economic development throughout 20
Mississippi’s Giant House Party is back for its 137th rendition!Kicking off on Friday and running through June 26, the annual weeklong Neshoba County Fair has returned. Fairgoers will have yet another opportunity to enjoy porch swing conversations at a cabin belonging to a friend, family member, or
Despite gas prices just beginning to come down from four-year highs, a record number of Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more from home this Independence Day, according to AAA.The automobile association released its annual forecast for the July 4 holiday, projecting 72.2 million American
For the third time in as many years, Jane Granberry stood as one of the final two contestants at the annual Miss Mississippi pageant. But this time, with the crown once again on the line, she didn’t feel nervous.“It felt really different, and it was because of the perspective shift I pushed myself t
An American staple is bringing back a former fan-favorite menu item just in time to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday.McDonald’s announced Tuesday that its fried apple pie will soon be available for purchase for the first time in over three decades. The fast-food giant phased the sweet treat off
The Choctaw Indian Fair is rapidly approaching, and we now have a closer look at what all will be taking place during the event’s 76th edition this summer.The official fair dates are July 14-18, but guests can enjoy even more of what the fair has to offer with pre-fair events taking place from July
250 years of progress and history in America frozen in time – a time capsule to commemorate America’s 250th birthday will soon go into the ground in Philadelphia, Pa., bringing a bit of Mississippi with it.On July 4, a time capsule containing items from all 50 states, five territories, and Washingto
