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Governor Reeves declared February 11-17, 2024, Spring Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Mississippi. Last year, Mississippi had 61 confirmed tornadoes, including one EF-4 and two EF-3 tornadoes that touched down during the March 24th outbreak. That storm system moved across the state, claiming the lives of 22 Mississippians. “We have seen just how important it is…

Government officials say it won’t be long before a new fire station in west Harrison County will be serving the local area. Construction on Fire Station #3, located on Johnson Road next to the …

   Super Bowl Sunday is one of the worst days of the year for motor vehicle crashes, including those due to drunk driving. The hours just before and just after the game are the most …

It won’t be long before the “good times” roll through the streets of downtown Long Beach, as Mardi Gras season in South Mississippi gets into full swing. Long Beach businesses, and, as seen here, Long Beach City Hall, are already decked out for the Carnival season. The Carnival Association of Long Beach (CALB) Night Parade…

 Any Mississippian who has yet to register to vote must register by Monday, February 12, in order to vote in the 2024 Primary Election. Races on the March 12, ballot include offices of President, U.S. Senate, and U.S. Representative. To register, applicants may: register in-person at their county circuit clerk’s office by February 12 mail-in new voter…

The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) Ambassador Series will present the Opera Mississippi production of “Lift Every Voice,”   featuring vocalist John Christopher Adams and …

The January Gulf Coach Research Laboratory (GCRL) Science Cafe was held on Monday, January 29, and focused on black bears.

Historically, black bears have been an abundant and valuable native …