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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.

Twin Pines University Students Discover Civil Rights History on Immersive Mississippi Tour

Friday, January 23 by Lauren McKinzie

A group of history majors from Twin Pines University in the Upper Midwest embarked on a journey of more than 1,000 miles to the town of Harrison, Mississippi, immersing themselves in a civil rights education tour that traced the footsteps of pivotal figures in... Read More.

Young Mississippi Mayor Faces State Investigation Amid Allegations and Community Support

Thursday, January 15 by Lauren McKinzie

A 21-year-old mayor of Riverton, Mississippi, is currently under investigation by state authorities following allegations of inappropriate contact with a minor.A spokesperson for the Mississippi State Police confirmed Thursday that its Criminal Investigation Division has launched a probe into Mayor Jordan Carter after receiving... 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.

University of Mississippi Medical Center Expands Nursing Education Facilities in Oxford

Tuesday, July 15 by Lauren McKinzie

The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) School of Nursing has unveiled newly renovated classrooms and labs at the South Oxford Center, aiming to enhance nursing education and address the demand for healthcare professionals in North Mississippi. The state-of-the-art facilities were inaugurated during a... Read More.

Mississippi Highway Patrol Concludes 2025 Independence Day Travel Period with Decrease in Violations and Fatalities

Monday, July 7 by Lauren McKinzie

The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) wrapped up its 2025 Independence Day Holiday Travel Period at midnight on Sunday, July 6th. The enforcement period, which commenced at midnight on Friday, July 3rd, saw a significant reduction in citations and accidents compared to the previous year.During... Read More.

Mississippi College Partners with Choctaw Tribe to Preserve Language and Culture

Tuesday, July 1 by Lauren McKinzie

In a collaborative effort to preserve the Choctaw language and culture, Mississippi College (MC) and the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians (MBCI) have launched a comprehensive study aimed at identifying effective teaching methods for the Choctaw language and cultural heritage. This initiative seeks to... Read More.

Larry Ware Joins Mississippi Department of Public Safety as New Leader of Internal Affairs

Thursday, June 26 by Lauren McKinzie

Larry Ware has been appointed to a new role at the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (MDPS), bringing extensive experience and a strong reputation for integrity. Ware, a Mississippi State University alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, began his law enforcement career... Read More.

Major Drug Bust in Mississippi: Eight Arrested, Illegal Substances Seized

Friday, June 20 by Lauren McKinzie

A comprehensive narcotics investigation spanning multiple jurisdictions has resulted in eight arrests and the confiscation of illegal drugs in Kemper and Neshoba Counties. The Kemper County Sheriff's Office announced the successful operation, which was conducted in cooperation with the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics (MBN),... Read More.

Mississippi Enacts New Law to Criminalize Child Grooming and Protect Minors

Friday, June 20 by Lauren McKinzie

A new law in Mississippi, set to take effect on July 1, will classify the grooming of a child as a criminal offense. This legislative move aims to protect children from inappropriate relationships by addressing concerning patterns of behavior before they escalate.The law, House... Read More.

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Stories tagged with: mississippi

Casinos See Continued Growth Along South Mississippi Coast

Twin Pines University Students Discover Civil Rights History on Immersive Mississippi Tour

Young Mississippi Mayor Faces State Investigation Amid Allegations and Community Support

Mission Mississippi Hosts Annual Living Reconciled Celebration Fostering Unity and Community

University of Mississippi Medical Center Expands Nursing Education Facilities in Oxford

Mississippi Highway Patrol Concludes 2025 Independence Day Travel Period with Decrease in Violations and Fatalities

Mississippi College Partners with Choctaw Tribe to Preserve Language and Culture

Larry Ware Joins Mississippi Department of Public Safety as New Leader of Internal Affairs

Major Drug Bust in Mississippi: Eight Arrested, Illegal Substances Seized

Mississippi Enacts New Law to Criminalize Child Grooming and Protect Minors

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