Author: Staff Report

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 1, the 245th day of 2020. There are 121 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On September 1, 1945, Americans received word of Japan's formal surrender that ended World War II. (Because of the time difference, it was... Read More.

Snap benefits will continue. According to MDHS,  households that are currently receiving the benefit will be eligible  funds should be available on or around September 2nd. Similar benefits were provided for July and August.  If you apply for SNAP in September and are approved,... Read More.

Back To Business Mississippi is still accepting grant applications. According to the Mississippi Development Authority, the grants provide between $1,500-$25,000 in funds to help businesses recover from economic impact of Covid-19. Expenses and salaries can be covered by the grant. To be eligible you... Read More.

You can still vote for the new state flag. One of the flags includes the magnolia blossom, the other bears a shield. A decision will be made this week and the final pick will be on the November 3rd general election ballot. vote here Read More.

Northside Park Fall soccer is back. According to park officials Fall soccer is for boys and girls ages 4-13. Registration is at Philadelphia City Hall Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. The fee is $80 including uniform. There will be no late registration. For more information call... Read More.

Choctaw Tribal Schools officially start today. This includes both traditional as well as distance learners. Meals will continue to be provided for Choctaw Tribal School students only. Students participating in distance learning may pick up their meal from 12-1 each day at their local... Read More.

Buoyed by victories in conservative states like Missouri and Oklahoma, health care advocates are renewing a push for Medicaid expansion in Mississippi. Although the state's Republican leadership has long opposed the program, supporters say the coronavirus is shifting the way some people are approaching... Read More.

Free drive through Covid-19 testing for teachers continues this week. The Mississippi State Department of Health is hosting drive-through COVID-19 testing sites for Mississippi teachers and staff at various county health departments. Any K-12 teacher, staff or administrator can be tested for free at... Read More.

Today is Monday, Aug. 31, the 244th day of 2020. There are 122 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 31, 1997, Prince Charles brought Princess Diana home for the last time, escorting the body of his former wife to a... Read More.

Today is Sunday, Aug. 30, the 243rd day of 2020. There are 123 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 30, 1967, the Senate confirmed the appointment of Thurgood Marshall as the first Black justice on the U.S. Supreme Court. On this... Read More.