Author: Staff Report

AP) — Some Mississippi residents are rebelling against the Legislature's decision to retire a Confederate-themed state flag. They are being encouraged by conservative legislators who fought the change. Organizers of a group called Let Mississippi Vote said Monday that they are starting an initiative... Read More.

71 Mississippi counties are reporting Covid-19 cases within school systems. According to Mississippi State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs, there are 245 teacher/staff members and 199 students who have tested positive. 589 teacher/staff members and 2035 students have been quarantined. Leake, Neshoba, Scott and... Read More.

Today is Tuesday, Aug. 18, the 231st day of 2020. There are 135 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, guaranteeing all American women's right to vote, was ratified as Tennessee became the 36th... Read More.

Snap benefits can now be used online. According to Mississippi Department of Human Services SNAP benefits can now be used to order groceries online They are currently accepting SNAP EBT card. The Groceries can be ordered and then received at curbside pickup. For more... Read More.

The Commission to Redesign the Mississippi State Flag met on Friday to select finalists for the next round. Nine designs were selected to advance. Individuals can now choose a favorite in a nonbinding public poll. Click link to see the flag selections and vote... Read More.

Today is Monday, Aug. 17, the 230th day of 2020. There are 136 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 17, 2017, a van plowed through pedestrians along a packed promenade in the Spanish city of Barcelona, killing 13 people and injuring... Read More.

Spectator limitations are being set at all K-12 events. Governor Reeves has issued a new guideline that will limit the number of spectators allowed at any event including sports games and concerts. No more than two people per student will be allowed to attend... Read More.

The Mississippi State Fair Livestock Show schedule has been released. According to State Agriculture and Commerce Commissioner Andy Gibson the schedule has been set starting October 8th through October 18th. Below please see a list of events. More details to come. 2020 MISSISSIPPI STATE FAIR... Read More.