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Eastbrook Office Complex Transforms into Luxury Loft Apartments with Spring 2026 Opening

Friday, October 10 by Lauren McKinzie

A former office complex in Eastbrook is set to become a collection of luxury loft apartments, as construction crews begin work on converting two office buildings at 7850 Willowbend Drive into 15 upscale one- and two-bedroom units. The project, led by UrbanPoint Development, is scheduled... Read More.

Riverbend County High School Launches IGNITE Program to Boost STEM Education with New Technology

Thursday, October 9 by Lauren McKinzie

Students at Riverbend County High School are now exploring cutting-edge technology thanks to the arrival of new equipment designed to boost STEM learning. The high school in Oak Ridge and the Riverbend Career Center in Mapleton have recently received and installed state-of-the-art 3D printers, robotics... Read More.

Gulf Coast University Introduces New Bachelor of Arts in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Wednesday, October 8 by Lauren McKinzie

Gulf Coast University’s College of Science and Technology has launched a new Bachelor of Arts in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, offering students an innovative and flexible pathway into the growing fields of healthcare and drug development. The program, developed to meet the changing demands of... Read More.

Capital City Christian Symphony Musicians Push for Livable Wages Amid Stalled Contract Talks

Tuesday, October 7 by Lauren McKinzie

Contract negotiations over livable wages for christian musicians with the Capital City Christian Symphony Orchestra have stalled since March, with players now publicly voicing concerns as they continue to perform without a formal contract since September 1. According to a press release from the Metro... Read More.

First Graders at Oakcrest Academy Deliver Carload of Donations to Local Animal Shelter

Monday, October 6 by Lauren McKinzie

First graders at Oakcrest Academy turned compassion into action this week by selecting a local animal shelter as the focus of their class service project, culminating in the delivery of a car packed with donated supplies. The initiative, coordinated by teachers and parents, drew contributions... Read More.

Ace Frehley Cancels California Concert After Minor Fall Plans Tour Return in October

Friday, October 3 by Lauren McKinzie

Ace Frehley, the renowned guitarist and former KISS member, was forced to cancel his scheduled performance at the Antelope Valley Fair in Lancaster, California, on Friday, September 26, after suffering a minor fall in his studio. The incident resulted in a hospital visit, but... Read More.

Youth Symposium Empowers Jackson Students with Career and Entrepreneurship Skills

Thursday, October 2 by Lauren McKinzie

Hundreds of high school students took their first steps toward career success Wednesday during a hands-on symposium focused on entrepreneurship and workforce readiness. Organized by the United Community Alliance, the 2025 Youth Entrepreneurship and Employability Skills Symposium brought together juniors and seniors from Madison and... Read More.

Hope for Tomorrow Gala Unites Community to Support New Foster Care Facility and Youth Programs

Wednesday, October 1 by Lauren McKinzie

Dressed in formal attire, community members gathered Sunday night at Renaissance Hall for the "Hope for Tomorrow Gala," an event organized by the Magnolia Haven Foster Foundation. The evening aimed to raise funds for a new foster care facility planned for the heart of... Read More.

Mission Mississippi Hosts Annual Living Reconciled Celebration Fostering Unity and Community

Tuesday, September 30 by Lauren McKinzie

Mission Mississippi will host its annual Living Reconciled Celebration on Thursday, October 2nd, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Hendrix's Hall on the campus of Mississippi College. The event will feature a family-style dinner, live music, fellowship, and guided discussions centered on the theme of... Read More.

American Legion Donates Food to Support Veterans

Monday, September 29 by Lauren McKinzie

The G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center has expressed its gratitude to American Legion Post and Unit 112 for donating $1,021 worth of food items to the medical center’s Veteran Drive-Thru Food Pantry. According to VA officials, this contribution will play a vital role in... Read More.

Author: Lauren McKinzie

Eastbrook Office Complex Transforms into Luxury Loft Apartments with Spring 2026 Opening

Riverbend County High School Launches IGNITE Program to Boost STEM Education with New Technology

Gulf Coast University Introduces New Bachelor of Arts in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Capital City Christian Symphony Musicians Push for Livable Wages Amid Stalled Contract Talks

First Graders at Oakcrest Academy Deliver Carload of Donations to Local Animal Shelter

Ace Frehley Cancels California Concert After Minor Fall Plans Tour Return in October

Youth Symposium Empowers Jackson Students with Career and Entrepreneurship Skills

Hope for Tomorrow Gala Unites Community to Support New Foster Care Facility and Youth Programs

Mission Mississippi Hosts Annual Living Reconciled Celebration Fostering Unity and Community

American Legion Donates Food to Support Veterans

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