Courtesy of Gov. Reeves’ Office Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced disaster assistance for Mississippi small businesses that were negatively impacted this summer and fall by the blue-green algae bloom on the Gulf Coast. Working in coordination with the U.S. Small … Continued
COURTESY: PEARL RIVER WATER VALLEY SUPPLY DISTRICT -The National Weather Service Friday lowered its projected crest on the Pearl River at Jackson to 35 feet on Saturday evening, and Barnett Reservoir officials said they will continue storing water in the … Continued
The Mississippi State Board of Education (SBE) has voted unanimously to keep the U.S. History end-of-course assessment. The SBE’s decision follows the public comment portion of the process after the Mississippi Student Testing Task Force and the Commission on School … Continued
Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc., a leading manufacturer in the frozen food industry, is increasing capacity in Oakland. The project is a $27.3 million corporate investment, raising the number of employees to 450. “For 13 years, Ajinomoto Foods has been … Continued
Courtesy of MSDAH This weekend, you can visit the Two Mississippi Museums for free. FedEx Corp. is supporting free admission to the Museum of Mississippi History and Mississippi Civil Rights Museum on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 20. The … Continued
Information from the Governor’s Office Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced a group of diverse, experienced Mississippians to help in the mission of finding a new leader for the Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC). Holding a press conference in the Governor’s … Continued
Due to flooding and high water resulting from unusually heavy rainfall Wolf Lake is CLOSED to all recreational boating until further notice. This order is pursuant to the authority of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks, as authorized by the … Continued
Courtesy of MDE Mississippi’s graduation rates are continuing to rise. The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) released the high school graduation rates for the 2018-19 school year, which show the state’s graduation rate has hit an all-time high of 85%, … Continued
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency says the Pearl River at Jackson is projected to reach 35.5 feet by this weekend, which would be its highest level since 1983 and would also be a top-15 all-time measurement. Listed below are the … Continued
The Confederate Monument at Ole Miss will remain in place, at least for now. During a meeting this morning, the Board of Trustees of the Institutions of Higher Learning was set to vote on the proposed relocation of the statue, … Continued