Author: Staff Report

On December 10, 1817, Mississippi became the 20th state admitted to the United States. Happy 203rd birthday, Mississippi. May there be many, many more to come.

Free Covid-19 testing is available at the Winston County Department of Health today. According to the MSDH testing hours are 11:00am-6pm. However, before visiting a county health department or other testing site, you must first be screened by speaking with a UMMC clinician to... Read More.

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves is defending his decision to hold Christmas parties at the Governor's Mansion. He chose to host the events after repeatedly warning residents to avoid social gatherings as coronavirus cases surge. The Republican governor said he invited family, friends and state... Read More.

Today is Thursday, Dec. 10, the 345th day of 2020. There are 21 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Dec. 10, 1964, Martin Luther King Jr. received his Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, saying he accepted it "with an abiding faith... Read More.

The number of people who have died of coronavirus complications in Mississippi has surpassed 4,000. Health officials warned that there will be more fatalities and hospitalizations if residents continue having social gatherings. Dobbs said rising cases are attributable to funerals, parties, sporting events where... Read More.