Prentiss County News

The Missouri Department of Conservation has opened applications for the 2026 WMA draw hunts, offering opportunities for deer, early teal, rabbit, and dove. Applications close Aug. 15, 2026.

A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast discusses how hunting and fishing licenses support wildlife conservation efforts in Mississippi.

An official will conduct a press conference at 11 a.m. to discuss the agenda of today’s special legislative session. The event will be streamed live on Facebook.

Gabriel Girner, 24, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in connection with the death of his three-month-old daughter and was sentenced to life in prison without parole.

The Mississippi governor has scheduled a special session to address youth record disclosure laws and related lawsuits, aiming to improve the state’s juvenile justice system.

Opposition to data center development in New York has sparked debate over the state’s approach to technology growth and competition with China.

Governor Tate Reeves has announced a special legislative session scheduled for 3 p.m. tomorrow. Details about the agenda have not been disclosed.

The initiative aims to prepare about 5,500 workers annually for high-demand careers, linking state funding to workforce outcomes.