While most confirmed cases of New World Screwworm in the U.S. have been detected in cattle, sheep and goats, animal health officials in Mississippi want pet owners to know dogs and cats are vulnerable to the pest.As of July 24, 42 total cases have been confirmed in Texas and New Mexico. Three of tho
A new report highlights which animals are most likely to kill someone in each U.S. state – but what is Mississippi’s?World Population Review revealed its updated 2026 list, ranging from predators like grizzly bears (Montana, Idaho, Washington) and moose (Colorado, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont) to a
The Mississippi Food Network has named Karli Coughlin as its new chief executive officer.MFN is a nonprofit food distribution organization that distributes more than 2.3 million pounds of food and feeds over 163,000 people every month. They send out food and goods across 430 member agencies in Missi
Popular speckled kingsnake Elvis is going into a comfortable retirement after nearly 20 years of public programs and appearances at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.The nonvenomous constrictor arrived at the Jackson museum in 2008 and was best known for being a native Mississippi snake with
“Hamilton” star Leslie Odom Jr. is bringing the spotlight to Starkville for his headlining performance in Mississippi State’s 2026-27 Lyceum Series.Mississippi State University announced on Monday that Odom Jr.’s concert will be at the Bettersworth Auditorium in Lee Hall on Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m., ma
The Ellis Theater is looking to raise money through two upcoming concerts with one of country music’s biggest names.Officials at the theater in Philadelphia announced Monday that Lainey Wilson will perform twice on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Showtimes are set for 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. inside the 500-seat v
An Alcorn State University professor exposed over 30 of his students for using artificial intelligence to write a portion of their midterm.Jason Gibson went viral on TikTok after posting a video on July 20 explaining how 32 of his 35 students failed a portion of the midterm after they used AI to wri
With Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week” underway, many Mississippians might not realize just how many species are swimming off the state’s coastline.During last year’s “Shark Week,” Dr. Jill Hendon with the Center for Fisheries Research and Development at the University of Southern Mississippi explain
Grammy award-winning comedian Nate Bargatze is headlining Mississippi Christian University’s bicentennial gala, school officials announced.Bargatze, a New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, director and producer, will speak at the A.E. Wood Coliseum on MC’s Clinton campus on Sept. 29. The eve
The University of Mississippi and a local cannabis company are partnering for research purposes.Representatives from the National Center for Cannabis Research Education at Ole Miss and Southern Sky Brands will work together to evaluate the effects of CBD on sleep quality among adult participants. Th
After the recent announcement of the world’s largest toy producer opening a store in Mississippi, residents are growing excited.LEGO is planning to move into the site of the recently vacated Apple store at the Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland, next to Barnes and Noble and Lululemon. The new A
You never know what a Powerball ticket purchased at a convenience store in Mississippi will bring. But a player in northeast Mississippi quickly discovered that it could yield a million-dollar payday.The Mississippi Lottery Corporation announced Monday that a $2 ticket bought at a Sprint Mart in Tup
Multi-platinum rap sensation Kevin Gates will take the main stage at the Brandon Amphitheater this fall.Officials at the central Mississippi venue announced on Monday that Gates will perform in Brandon on Saturday, Oct. 17. Tickets will go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. and can be found here.Gates, a nat
Children’s of Mississippi has opened its newly renovated inpatient wing with a $1.5 million donation from Hogs for the Cause to enhance care for children battling childhood diseases.Hogs for the Cause is a New Orleans nonprofit, which serves as a nationwide outreach program that unites barbecue cult
Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week” is almost here, and there may not be anyone more excited than the Mississippi Aquarium.The aquarium in Gulfport will host its sixth annual “Shark Weekend” on Saturday, July 25, and Sunday, July 26, to get shark lovers ready for the summer television event. It will fe
NEW YORK (AP) — Rei Ami, whose voice helped fuel the hit movie “KPop Demon Hunters,” recently found herself facing plenty of real hunters — watching from the ocean floor as about 16 reef sharks went on a feeding frenzy.She was scared, sure. But more than that, she was brought to tears.“I thought I’d
Apple’s new and improved store has officially opened in Ridgeland. .As Mississippi’s only Apple store, frequent visitors don’t have to worry about finding somewhere new to service their phones, as the store relocated only a short walk away. Originally located next to the Lululemon and Barnes and Nob
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, Americans are once again paying more at the pump.For the first time in more than a month, the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline has climbed above $4, according to AAA. The average reached $4.09 on Thursday, up 15 cents from a week ago, a
Warrior Bonfire Program is hosting its ninth annual Mississippi charity event next month to support Purple Heart combat veterans.The nationwide organization is tailored to help post-9/11 Purple Heart recipients in their journey to recovery and returning to the community. As the oldest military award
Mississippi State University’s School of Architecture is partnering with two Jackson universities to boost small businesses and economic growth in the capital city’s downtown.The collaborative initiative brings together nonprofit Downtown Jackson Partners, Mississippi State University’s School of Ar
Only days after Taylor Farms expanded its voluntary recall of lettuce products, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a statement advising people to consider the cyclospora outbreak potentially linked to the California-based produce company a false positive.Taylor Farms announced July 17 they
A new Mississippi Miss Hospitality was crowned over the weekend in Hattiesburg.Landry Kent of New Albany won the title Saturday night at the Historic Saenger Theater after a weeklong competition featuring interviews, speeches, on-stage presentations, and an evening gown competition. Kent was selecte
Amid a potential link to a diarrhea-causing parasite, Taylor Farms has expanded a voluntary recall of its iceberg lettuce products shipped to 27 states, including Mississippi.Taylor Farms products that may be contaminated with cyclospora, the parasite behind a multi-state cyclosporiasis outbreak, we
Mississippi State University is expanding its international footprint by partnering with a university in Uruguay.A memorandum of understanding has been reached between Mississippi State and Universidad ORT Uruguay, with an overarching goal of enhancing educational and research exchange opportunities
