Statewide News
MDHS ANNOUNCES OPEN ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE FOR ELIGIBLE FAMILIES THROUGH SHIP
The Mississippi Department of Human Services, Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), announces the State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) will provide assistance for eligible...
MDE announces four 2026 Mississippi Blue Ribbon Schools
Recenty, the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced four schools have been named 2026 Mississippi Blue Ribbon Schools. This recognition highlights schools that excel in academic...
Mississippi lawmakers consider requests for stricter distracted driving laws, portable benefits
by Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune The Mississippi Senate Insurance Committee is preparing for the potential introduction of several bills as the 2027 legislative session nears. Two...
Three Mississippi students named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars
Three Mississippi students have been named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars. The students are Jack Durr of Pearl High School, Adriana Kroeze of St. Andrew's Episcopal School, and Bryson Soffra...
Changing Seasons and Cooler Temps Could Mean Higher Fire Risk
So far in 2026, there have been 65 fire deaths in Mississippi. There were no working smoke alarms in at least 40 of those cases. Compare that to the 75 residential fire deaths in 2025, when...
Mississippi parents advised to protect children from lead exposure
by Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Mississippians are being advised to check their homes for the presence of lead and protect their children from exposure to the toxic...