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State
Relocated Rebel Statue Causes Athlete Concerns at Ole Miss
The University of Mississippi has put up a barrier to partially obstruct a Confederate monument after football players said they didn't want to see the rebel soldier statue while they …
coronavirus
Mississippi to Apply for Jobless Aid, Won't Pay Extra $100
Republican Gov. Tate Reeves said Thursday that Mississippi will apply for a federal program to expand unemployment for residents who lost work because of the coronavirus pandemic.
coronavirus
Governor Reeves Issues Limits on College Stadiums, Game Day Events to Protect Players and Spectators
Today, Governor Tate Reeves issued social distancing measures for college and university outdoor stadiums and game day events to ensure the safety of participants and limit transmission in the continued …
City & County
Jackson Bans Facial Recognition Tech; New Airport Academy, Sewer Repairs
The Jackson Police Department will not be able to use facial recognition technology to identify people after the city council voted to preemptively ban the practice on Tuesday.
Person of the Day
MSU and UM 2020 Schedule Breakdown
As the SEC continues to push for a 2020 season, the conference first announced a 10-game conference-only schedule. Under a normal season, the University of Mississippi and Mississippi State University …
Education
MSU Outstanding Economic Impact Award, UM Virtual Internship Course and Tougaloo/Nike Partnership
The Mississippi Main Street Association presented its Outstanding Economic Impact Award to Mississippi State University and the City of Starkville for their “Orientation Dine Around Downtown” project.
Crime
Federal Authorities Attempt to Sieze DiBiase Home After Welfare Fraud Case
Federal authorities are attempting to seize the Madison home of former professional wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr., valued at $1.5 million, after his brother and fellow ex-wrestler Brett DiBiase was indicted …
coronavirus
Two Mississippi Universities Find COVID-19 as Students Return
Outbreaks of the new coronavirus have been found at two of Mississippi's eight public universities within the first days of students returning to campuses, the state health officer said Wednesday.
Fly
Five Things to Know about Sarah Kate Pollard, Freelance Writer
"A big passion of mine is making short films, which encompasses writing, directing and editing—and I love every step."
coronavirus
JSU’s New Director of Bands Talks Virtual Musicianship
Robert Little, Jackson State University's new director of bands since July 1, says music is something that dwells throughout his entire family.
Food
Downtown’s Newest Coffee Shop Brings an Air of Freshness
When Kenya MomPremier began a family, she knew she wanted to provide them with the same fresh produce she had enjoyed as a child.
Cover
Talking Health Care With Mike Espy
Of all the issues separating Mike Espy from his opponent, Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith, their approach to health care may represent the starkest divide.
State
OPINION: How Much is a Human Life Worth?
Every day the media report the number of new infections and deaths attributed to COVID-19, and many debate the closing or opening of schools, businesses and places of worship.
City & County
When Schools Close Down in Jackson
Quinyetta Kinner was sad when George Elementary School on Hunter Street in Jackson closed in 2018. She attended the school from pre-kindergarten until the 5th grade and has a lot …
City & County
JPD Officers Indicted for Murder Present for Earlier Civilian Shootings
A grand jury has indicted Desmond Barney, Anthony Fox and Lincoln Lampley for second-degree murder of George Robinson.
coronavirus
PUBLISHER'S NOTE: Gov. Reeves, Stop the Insanity
Gov. Reeves knew the threat to Mississippi hospitals when he implemented one of the most liberal reopening plans of any U.S. state in late May. As with Florida and Texas, …
Politics
Proposed Effort Could Revive Mississippi's Rebel-Themed Flag
Some Mississippi residents are rebelling against the Legislature's decision to retire a Confederate-themed state flag, and they are being encouraged by conservative legislators who fought the change.
coronavirus
Mississippi Will Provide Free Virus Testing to Teachers
The state of Mississippi is expanding access to free coronavirus testing for teachers and school-based emergency telehealth coverage after more than 70 of the state's 82 counties have reported outbreaks …
Person of the Day
Lance Presley
Lance Presley grew up in the United Methodist Church his whole life. His family has been Methodist for at least seven generations.
Biz Roundup
Newk's Cares, Virtual Mississippi Book Festival and Jackson Tablet Donation
In honor of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in September, Newk’s Eatery is preparing to launch a series of virtual events and in-store initiatives at all of its locations. Newk's is …
