Author: Jon R Myers

The Wilkinson County Disaster Service Center will close its doors on Monday, August 31, at 3 p.m. The deadline for storm-affected residents to apply for aid is the same day.

Several individuals in Lee County received sentences this week for trafficking and possessing methamphetamine, according to court records.

The 2026 alligator hunting season begins at noon today for public and private lands in Mississippi, with specific closing dates for each season.

Starting in September, Mississippi Outdoors will air at new times on MPB Television, with episodes on Saturdays and Wednesdays.

The Mississippi Highway Patrol is closing applications for Trooper Class 71 on August 29. Interested candidates are urged to apply soon.

The college celebrated the official opening of the upgraded Alumni Pavilion at Tiger Stadium, honoring Dr. William Jackson for his contributions to Northeast and the community.

President Ford highlights strategies for student achievement, campus involvement, and updates on Northeast’s athletics and academic programs in this week’s episode of TigerTalk.

The annual sales tax holiday on firearms, ammunition, and hunting supplies runs through Aug. 30, offering tax-free shopping per state officials.

Mississippi emergency officials commemorated the 21st anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, honoring lives lost and those who helped with recovery efforts.

Skywatchers are encouraged to observe the partial lunar eclipse tonight, with peak visibility expected around 11:13 p.m. CDT.

A partial lunar eclipse is underway, reaching its maximum at 96% coverage at 11:13 p.m. CDT, with some cirrus clouds visible in the sky.

The Mississippi Department of Revenue will visit college campuses across the state in September to promote career opportunities and recruit future public servants.

Proper planning and management can ensure perennial food plots provide quality forage for years. A new guide offers advice on planting, soil management, and maintenance.

Mississippi’s alligator hunting season runs from late August to early September, with specific rules and licensing requirements for hunters.

Visitors to the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science can see a two-headed snake on display, according to the museum’s social media post.

More than a month after the Mississippi Department of Education launched a new classroom supply fund, some teachers have yet to access their funds, prompting calls for improved distribution.

Fans attending tonight’s game at Tiger Stadium are advised to review the clear bag policy. The first 200 fans will receive a free Northeast clear bag.

The college hosts a series of events leading up to the season opener against East Central at Tiger Stadium.

Forecasters predict a weekend of warm and dry weather extending into early next week, with minimal rainfall expected.