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Pine County Data Center Boom Brings Jobs Opportunity and Environmental Concerns

Wednesday, February 25 by Lauren McKinzie

Pine County is witnessing a surge in data center development as the artificial intelligence sector fuels an unprecedented arms race nationwide. The United States leads the world in data center infrastructure, and two major projects are currently underway in Pine County.CloudSphere Technologies is spearheading... Read More.

Riverton Advances Plans to Repair Frederick Douglass Avenue Bridge After Receiving New Bids

Tuesday, February 24 by Lauren McKinzie

The City of Riverton has received new bids to repair the long-closed bridge on Frederick Douglass Avenue, Public Works Director Marcus Lee announced Monday.According to Lee, the city received bids totaling $1.393 million last week. Officials are now reviewing submissions and aim to select... Read More.

Oakwood Church Volunteers Build Beds for Local Children in Need

Tuesday, February 17 by Lauren McKinzie

Members of Oakwood Community Church put their carpentry skills to use over the weekend, working together to support some of the area’s most at-risk children during the Beds for Kids Build event.Organized in partnership with Child Advocacy Partners (CAP), the event brought volunteers together... Read More.

Heart Disease in Women The Overlooked Risks and Urgent Need for Awareness

Wednesday, February 11 by Lauren McKinzie

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death among American women, yet widespread misconceptions and overlooked symptoms continue to put millions at risk.The threat is even more pronounced for Black women, who face significantly higher risks of cardiovascular complications during pregnancy and throughout their... Read More.

Young Innovators Shine at Annual River City School District Science Fair and STEAM Expo

Tuesday, February 10 by Lauren McKinzie

Hundreds of students from across the River City School District gathered at the Central State Expo Center for the district’s highly anticipated Science Fair and STEAM Expo. The event provided a platform for budding scientists to showcase their creativity and passion for science, technology,... Read More.

Casinos See Continued Growth Along South Mississippi Coast

Wednesday, February 4 by Lauren McKinzie

South Mississippi's casino industry continues to thrive, with the latest figures from the Mississippi Gaming Commission indicating that more than $1.5 billion was spent at Coastal casinos in 2025.John Miller, president of Gulfside Gaming and Magnolia Casinos, attributes the sustained success of the Mississippi... Read More.

Warming Shelters Prepare for Dangerous Cold Snap

Tuesday, February 3 by Lauren McKinzie

As another wave of life-threatening cold temperatures approaches, warming shelters across the city are ramping up preparations to protect those without homes. With frigid weather on the horizon, shelter coordinators are adding extra beds and supplies to ensure no one is left out in... Read More.

Pine Belt Health Officials Share Tips to Prevent Winter Illnesses as Temperatures Drop

Monday, February 2 by Lauren McKinzie

As temperatures are expected to dip across the Pine Belt region this weekend, local health officials are sharing advice to help residents ward off the seasonal illnesses that often accompany colder weather.Dr. Lisa Carmichael, a nurse practitioner at Coastal Health Clinic, emphasized the importance... Read More.

State Health Experts Report Improvement in Statewide Health Rankings

Friday, January 30 by Lauren McKinzie

At the annual White Coat Day held at the state capitol, medical experts unveiled the latest analysis of statewide health conditions, highlighting both progress and ongoing challenges. The 2025 Health Status Report, released jointly by the Riverbend State Department of Health and the Riverbend... Read More.

MedAxis Solutions Drives Job Growth and Medical Innovation in Westbrook

Wednesday, January 28 by Lauren McKinzie

A thriving local company is putting its city on the map by providing hundreds of jobs and making waves in the global medical industry.MedAxis Solutions, headquartered on Commerce Avenue in Westbrook, is recognized for its innovative contributions to the medical device field. The company... Read More.

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Pine County Data Center Boom Brings Jobs Opportunity and Environmental Concerns

Riverton Advances Plans to Repair Frederick Douglass Avenue Bridge After Receiving New Bids

Oakwood Church Volunteers Build Beds for Local Children in Need

Heart Disease in Women The Overlooked Risks and Urgent Need for Awareness

Young Innovators Shine at Annual River City School District Science Fair and STEAM Expo

Casinos See Continued Growth Along South Mississippi Coast

Warming Shelters Prepare for Dangerous Cold Snap

State Health Experts Report Improvement in Statewide Health Rankings

MedAxis Solutions Drives Job Growth and Medical Innovation in Westbrook

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