Byron De La Beckwith Convicted 31 Years After Evers’ Murder
UPDATE: On this day, February 5, 1994, in a landmark moment for civil rights, white separatist Byron De La Beckwith was convicted in Jackson, Mississippi, for the murder of civil…
Mississippi Lawmakers Propose Mobile Sports Betting Legislation for 2026
As the 2026 Regular Session begins, Mississippi lawmakers have introduced new legislation aimed at regulating mobile sports wagering and online sweepstakes gaming. The proposed bills, which include multiple measures addressing…
Community Health Network Hosts Heart Health Awareness Event
Residents of Meridian, Mississippi, have an opportunity to enhance their understanding of heart health at the upcoming Healthy Heart Awareness Lunch & Learn, organized by the Community Health Improvement Network…
One in Five Americans Skip Exercise; States Show Wide Variances
About one in five Americans do not engage in any physical activity outside of their work, according to a recent report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…
Church Hosts Unforgettable Live Nativity Amid Record Cold Snap
UPDATE: A live Nativity play at Briarwood Baptist Church in Lauderdale County, Mississippi faced unexpected challenges as temperatures plunged to record lows on December 12, 2025. The evening, billed as…
Supreme Court Denies Appeal, Leaving Library Censorship in Place
Public libraries in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi face significant changes following a recent ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States. The Court denied a request to hear the…
Kendaisha Price Awarded $1,000 Mississippi Nurses Foundation Scholarship
A fourth-semester nursing student at Meridian Community College, Kendaisha Price, has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Mississippi Nurses Foundation. The announcement came as a surprise to Price, who…
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service Exceeds Expectations with 46,000 Riders
More than 46,000 passengers have utilized Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service on the route between Mobile, Alabama, and New Orleans, Louisiana, since its launch on August 18, 2023. The service has…
Community Gathers to Honor Life of Mary Lou Spurlock, 89
A community will come together to celebrate the life of Mary Lou Spurlock, who passed away on November 21, 2025, at the age of 89. The services will be held…
Family Conflict Intensifies as Brother’s Argumentative Behavior Alienates Loved Ones
URGENT UPDATE: A troubling family dynamic is making headlines as a letter to the renowned “Dear Abby” advice column reveals a brother’s aggressive behavior is alienating his family. The letter,…