A partnership between Mississippi’s workforce development arm and Hinds Community College will serve to educate and train more students for occupations in high-demand healthcare fields.AccelerateMS announced Thursday that it is supporting an expansion of health sciences training capacity at Hinds th
A Mississippi Freedom Trail marker has been unveiled where a historic student sit-in took place at Delta State University during the Civil Rights Movement.The marker was unveiled at the university in Cleveland on Tuesday, commemorating the 1969 student sit-in – a pivotal moment in the university’s h
Free prenatal vitamins are now available for expectant mothers in Mississippi.The Mississippi State Department of Health announced Thursday that it is doling out a six-month supply of vitamins to women who have tested positive for pregnancy free of charge, courtesy of grant funding. The vitamins wil
Mississippi’s lone children’s hospital is set to receive $1.5 million to renovate its inpatient psychiatric unit.Officials with Children’s of Mississippi in Jackson say the money will go toward transforming psychiatric services with the goal of creating an environment that better supports the mental
Hit rapper Waka Flocka Flame will headline Delta State University’s SpringFest this year.University officials announced in a release that the concert will take place on Thursday, March 19, in Sillers Coliseum. Waka Flocka Flame will take the stage at 9 p.m. after DJ Bigg V opens. Known for explosive
Moss Point native Daniel Stallworth is the latest Mississippian to advance to the top 20 of the hit TV singing competition “American Idol.”During Monday’s “Ohana round” episode in Hawaii, judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie led the charge on cutting the contestant pool by a third.
The University of Mississippi Medical Center has received a $10 million donation that will go toward a new facility to advance its cancer patient care and research.The gift came from the Bower Foundation, a Ridgeland-based institution that directs its funds and energies into making systemic improvem
A new parking system will make its debut at Keesler Federal Park in Biloxi next week.Beginning Tuesday, drivers are encouraged to download the premium parking app to pay and park. Parking rates will start at $10, and signage will be posted explaining how to use the new system by either using the app
Christmas in Mississippi won’t be the same without locally made cheese straws.Mississippi Cheese Straw Factory, which has operated out of Yazoo City for nearly 35 years, announced it will be closing its doors.The Yerger Family took to social media on March 5 to thank loyal customers for “being part
The site that hosted one of the state’s historic recording studios has been honored with a Mississippi Blues Trail marker.Officials with Visit Mississippi, the Mississippi Blues Commission, the city of Clinton, and Mississippi College gathered at the site where Grits and Gravy was located on Capitol
Mississippi Aquarium’s penguin colony has grown.Officials announced on Friday that four African penguin chicks hatched in late January. The chicks were born to mated penguin pairs at the aquarium. The penguin parents and babies are reported to be doing well, with the chicks hitting all of their mile
Good news for turkey hunters: the upcoming spring season will be longer than usual.The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks announced Thursday that because of where the season’s traditional start and end dates fall on the calendar, there will be an extra three days to hunt for go
SuperTalk Mississippi Media announced Thursday the 14th Annual Radiothon benefiting Palmer Home for Children will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2026.Listeners across the region are invited to tune in to SuperTalk Mississippi on their radios or online from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to hear from individuals w
One of northeast Mississippi’s major behavioral health centers for youth has celebrated an expansion.Officials gathered at Diamond Grove Center in Louisville on Tuesday for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting for a new, 24-bed facility. The building is expected to be used to support acute psychiatric care,
Mississippian Mike Steele had all three coaches turn their chairs within the first 60 seconds when he recently auditioned for season 29 of “The Voice.”The Tutwiler native sang Giveon’s “For Tonight” in his blind audition, which aired on Monday night. The way the NBC show works is that all three coac
Grammy Museum Mississippi, the only museum outside of Los Angeles officially associated with the annual music awards, is celebrating 10 years this week, and officials have a large slate of programming on deck to ring in the milestone.Thursday marks the decennial of visitors first being allowed into
When he’s not saving lives and managing the public information and fire inspection side of the Pass Christian Fire Department, Jeff Klemmer finds joy in bringing joy to others through his side career as an actor. And his latest project, “The Gift,” is expected to land on Apple TV by the end of March
Delta State University will use $1.75 million in federal funding to help train future agricultural pilots.Officials announced that the funding was made available by the FY2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Bill, signed into law by President Donald Trump in February.
A proposal to create a 24-hour child care facility in Hattiesburg is gaining attention as families face long waitlists, limited hours and fewer state child care subsidies.Hattiesburg resident Myra Hawthorne said the idea emerged after she struggled to find care that matched her work schedule. She an
For the third time in as many years, a Mississippian has reached the top 30 of the popular TV singing competition, “American Idol.”Moss Point native Daniel Stallworth is the latest to do so, advancing on Monday night’s episode. During the second episode of “Hollywood Week in the Music City” for seas
A Mississippi Freedom Trail marker has been unveiled to honor the pivotal role Meridian played in the Civil Rights Movement.Officials gathered in the east Mississippi city on Friday to commemorate the legacy of Charles Darden and the Meridian Freedom Movement. Darden, a civil rights leader, served a
Daylight saving time returns to most of the U.S. this weekend, which means it’s time to “spring forward” and welcome a later sunset for the next eight months.Here’s what to know about the time change and when to change those clocks.When does daylight saving time start? For the 48 states that observe
Country music star Jason Aldean has announced plans for a new tour, one that includes a stop in Mississippi.The Songs About Us Tour will kickstart this summer and go through early fall. It comes on the heels of Aldean topping the country charts for the 31st time in his career with his 2025 single, “
Mississippi State University welcomed a special guest from one of the United States’ greatest global allies on Wednesday.British Consul General to the Southeast U.S. Rachel Galloway visited the school’s Starkville campus for a discussion with university President Mark Keenum on leadership and shared
