Fire Danger Increasing This Weekend
A combination of breezy conditions and low humidity could lead to wildfires getting out of control this weekend. The National Weather Service says extra caution is advised with any open burning.
Author: Randy Bell
Efforts Underway to Expand Broadband Service
An internet provider may claim it offers high-speed service. But if your devices are constantly buffering, you may not be getting the kind of broadband you’re paying for. And many households in this part of central Mississippi don't have ANY broadband access. But that... Read More.
Child Dies in Shooting on Choctaw Reservation
A child was shot and killed on the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians' reservation Sunday. Tribal officials haven't released any details yet, but say Choctaw Police and the FBI are investigating. The shooting happened in the Bogue Chitto community. An MBCI statement says, "We... Read More.
Flu Rate Ticks Up After Recent Declines
Just when we thought Mississippi’s flu season was winding down, cases have bumped up slightly. The State Health Department says the flu rate statewide has climbed to 5.3 per cent—up from five per cent the week before. Both of the local public health districts... Read More.
Kosciusko School District to hold prayer vigil for deceased students
The Kosciusko School District has announced a prayer vigil for students that have recently passed away.
The ceremony will be held Thursday, Feb. 8 at 5:30 pm at Landrum Field.
The vigil is open to all members of the community.
The complete press release can be view... Read More.
Witness Describes Tragic Collision That Killed Six
A witness to Monday's horrific head-on collision in Kosciusko says she was two cars behind the former sheriff of Choctaw County and his wife, when another vehicle in the other lane of traffic pulled out to pass..
"I knew in that moment, whatever they were... Read More.
Flu Update: Fewer Cases Statewide But Local District Sees an Increase
Flu season in Mississippi continues to wind down in most areas. The latest report from the State Health Department puts the overall flu rate at 5 per cent, dropping from 5.3 per cent the week before. But there’s been an increase in flu cases... Read More.
Gas Prices in MS Creeping Up
The average price for gas in Mississippi has reached $2.70 for the first time since early December. AAA says it’s edged up a couple of cents in the past week after a series of ups and downs during the holidays which carried over into... Read More.
Fewer Flu Cases Reported in Mississippi
We’re still seeing a steady drop in the number of flu cases across Mississippi. The statewide flu rate is down to 5.3 per cent, the lowest since early November. That's the percentage of patients seeing a doctor with flu-like symptoms. And it’s dropped from... Read More.
Flu Cases Continue to Fall, Even in Local Hotspot
For the third week in a row, Mississippi’s flu rate is dropping. The State Health Department’s latest update shows that 6.6 per cent of patients seeing their doctor had flu-like symptoms. That’s down from 7.7 per cent the week before. It appears flu season... Read More.
Flu Rate Dropping in MS
It may be too soon to say that flu season in Mississippi has peaked. But the numbers have been falling for two weeks in a row now. In its latest update, the State Health Department is reporting a significant decrease, with the flu rate... Read More.
Winter Weather Info From MEMA
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urges Mississippians to prepare for potential winter weather and extreme cold next week. Residents should be prepared for potential ice, cold temperatures, and possible prolonged power outages. As an arctic blast is predicted to move across the state, it... Read More.
