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Summer Insurance Checklist: Protect Your Activities and Travel Plans

Wednesday, June 18 by Lauren McKinzie

As the first day of summer arrives on Friday, June 20, residents are reminded to review their insurance coverage for seasonal activities such as boating, swimming, and vacationing. Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney emphasized the importance of maintaining insurance policies for motorcycles, boats, RVs, and... Read More.

Firefighters in Pearl Mississippi Win Hearts with Impromptu Game and Firetruck Tour

Tuesday, June 17 by Lauren McKinzie

In Pearl, Mississippi, a heartwarming encounter between local firefighters and neighborhood children has captured the community's attention. A mother, who shared her experience on TikTok under the username @prettyashleyxoxo, recounted how members of the Pearl Fire Department took a break from their duties to... Read More.

ThunderBolts Rally Stuns Mud Monsters in Crestwood

Tuesday, June 17 by Lauren McKinzie

The Mississippi Mud Monsters came tantalizingly close to securing a road victory in their series opener against the Windy City ThunderBolts, only to fall short in a dramatic finish. The game began on a promising note for Mississippi, with Victor Diaz hitting his first home... Read More.

Mississippi National Guard Deployed for U.S. Armys 250th Anniversary Celebration Security

Monday, June 16 by Lauren McKinzie

Approximately 280 service members from the Mississippi National Guard have been deployed to the National Capitol Region to assist the U.S. Secret Service and U.S. Park Police during the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary celebrations on June 14, 2025. The troops, drawn from the 112th... Read More.

Convicted Killer Alex Deaton Found Dead in Mississippi Prison

Monday, June 16 by Lauren McKinzie

Alex Deaton, a man convicted of murdering two women in Mississippi and instigating a nationwide manhunt in 2017, has been found deceased at the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility. Deaton, who was serving a life sentence, was responsible for the deaths of his girlfriend, Heather... Read More.

Breaking the Silence: Promoting Mens Mental Health Awareness in Jackson Mississippi

Friday, June 13 by Lauren McKinzie

In Jackson, Mississippi, June marks Men's Health Month, bringing attention not only to physical well-being but also to the crucial aspect of mental health. Statistics from the Anxiety & Depression Association of America reveal that 1 in 10 men experience depression or anxiety, yet... Read More.

Rankin County Upgrades Weather Warning System for Enhanced Safety

Thursday, June 12 by Lauren McKinzie

Rankin County, Mississippi, is set to implement a new weather warning system to better alert residents of severe weather conditions, such as tornadoes and flooding. The county will replace its decades-old alert system with modern sirens designed to provide enhanced sound coverage and reliability. Local... Read More.

Major Drug Bust on I-22: 185 Pounds of Marijuana Seized from Stolen Vehicle

Wednesday, June 11 by Lauren McKinzie

A routine traffic stop on I-22 in Lee County led to a significant drug seizure last week, as officers uncovered 185 pounds of marijuana hidden in a stolen vehicle on an 18-wheeler car hauler. The operation was conducted by criminal interdiction officers from the... Read More.

Mississippi Achieves Record K-12 Education Ranking, Reaches 16th Nationwide

Tuesday, June 10 by Lauren McKinzie

Mississippi has achieved its highest-ever ranking in K-12 education, now positioned 16th nationwide, according to a new report. This significant milestone, highlighted in the latest Kids Count Data Book, reflects a decade of educational progress within the state. State Superintendent of Education, Dr. Lance Evans,... Read More.

Junior League Boosts Downtown Jackson with $100,000 Park Donation

Monday, June 9 by Lauren McKinzie

The Junior League of Jackson has pledged a $100,000 donation to the Foundation for Mississippi History to aid in the construction of Margaret Ann Crigler Park, a new green space planned for downtown Jackson. The park will be situated next to the Museum of... Read More.