Author: Jon R Myers

The annual Bear Week begins, highlighting decades of wildlife monitoring and conservation by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks.

NEMCC Nursing Instructor Lauren Sparks highlighted human trafficking awareness at a statewide convention and was named Most Outstanding DNP Student at Delta State University.

Michael Barron, MSN, FNP-C, has been elected Educational Director for the Mississippi Organization for Associate Degree Nursing, overseeing statewide nursing education efforts.

Mississippi Department of Public Safety offices will be closed on April 27 in observance of Confederate Memorial Day, including all Driver Service Bureaus.

Elee Reeves, the First Lady of Mississippi, marks her birthday with gratitude from her family.

The office will be closed on Monday, April 27, 2026. Residents can purchase hunting and fishing licenses online or by phone.

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are safe following an incident, according to a statement. Authorities and military personnel are credited for their protection.

The Northeast Tigers defeated Southwest 14-2 in a seven-inning game, highlighted by three home runs in the first inning and 15 hits overall.

The Tigers lost to the Bears 4-3 in the second game of their season-ending doubleheader, finishing the day with a split.

North East Mississippi Community College’s baseball team will host Southwest in the last home game of the 2025-26 academic year Tuesday at The Plex in Booneville.