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MDOT to release documentary on 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
JACKSON, MISS. – After Hurricane Katrina devastated the Mississippi Gulf Coast on August 29, 2005, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) was faced with the monumental task of rebuilding or repairing nearly every major route along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Now, 20 years later,... Read More.
SNAP recipients encouraged to protect their PIN
Over the past few weeks, the MDHS Office of Inspector General has reported an increase in reports of stolen SNAP benefits in the Jackson metro and surrounding areas near the state line.
Following instructions from federal partners, stolen SNAP benefits can no longer be replaced.
The... Read More.
First Case of West Nile Virus in Attala County Reported
The State Health Department is confirming a case of West Nile virus in Attala County, the first in the local area this summer. The total statewide is now 15 with one death in Washington County. Earlier, a blood donor in Holmes County tested positive... Read More.
Multiple Wrecks Wednesday in Neshoba
Philadelphia Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 15 S at Frog Level Rd. around 1:20 p.m. Wednesday. The wreck blocked one lane of traffic, but no injuries were reported.
Later that afternoon, just before 3 p.m., Neshoba County Deputies and Mississippi Highway Patrol... Read More.
Lexington Man’s Artwork To Be Featured on Wild Turkey Stamp
A Lexington man has been named the winner of a contest to design Mississippi’s first wild turkey stamp. Johnny Granberry’s artwork will be featured on the stamp which will provide a dedicated stream of revenue to support wild turkey habitat, management and research. Starting... Read More.
20-Year-Old in Stable Condition After Accidental Shooting in Philadelphia
On Monday, August 18, 2025, at around 8:30 p.m., Philadelphia Police responded to the 200 block of Lewis Ave. where a man had reportedly been shot.
Officers arrived to find a 20-year-old Carthage man suffering from a gunshot wound to the lower leg. Aid was... Read More.
Madden Volunteer FD receives $10,000 grant from State Farm and the National Volunteer Fire Council
State Farm and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have teamed up for the second year to support local volunteer fire departments with funding to secure needed equipment to help keep their responders safe and protect their communities. Through this year’s Good Neighbor Firefighter... Read More.
