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The Gulf Coast is now preparing for what could be a major hurricane to hit later this week. With Tropical Storm Marco largely collapsing before it made landfall Monday evening near the mouth of the Mississippi, attention has shifted to Laura. Laura is expected... Read More.

A former state senator has been confirmed as director of the Mississippi Public Utilities Staff. Sally Doty was nominated last month by Republican Gov. Tate Reeves, and senators confirmed her Monday. The Public Utilities Staff analyzes proposals and provides advice to the three elected... Read More.

Today in History Today is Tuesday, Aug. 25, the 238th day of 2020. There are 128 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 25, 1944, during World War II, Paris was liberated by Allied forces after four years of Nazi occupation. On this... Read More.

American Idol auditions are coming to Mississippi. Virtual auditions will be held on Wednesday.  According to ABC Television "Idol Across America" remote auditions will take place across all 50 states plus Washington, D.C., for the first time since the show's inception, making auditions easier... Read More.

Free Covid-19 testing for teachers starts today for many counties including Attala. The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is hosting drive-through COVID-19 (EDIT)testing sites for Mississippi teachers and staff at various county health departments over the next few weeks.Any K-12 teacher, staff or... Read More.

Newly downgraded Tropical Storm Marco is approaching Louisiana for an expected landfall around midday Monday. Tropical Storm Laura, meanwhile, is forecast to move along Cuba's southern coast during the day before entering the Gulf of Mexico and heading toward the same stretch of U.S.... Read More.

Be ready. MEMA is reminding Mississippians to prepare for any form of disaster, natural or otherwise. The first step is to have a fully stocked supply kit. Next develop a home evacuation plan. Then practice the routine with your family. MEMA also encourages communication... Read More.

The youth curfew is still active in Carthage. The Mayor and city council voted to extend an 11p.m. curfew for anyone under age 18. The current curfew expires on September 8th and will be reviewed at the next Carthage City Council meeting.The extension was... Read More.