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Northeast Mississippi Community College celebrated its Associate Degree Nursing graduates during a pinning ceremony at the Bonner Arnold Coliseum.

A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast features marine biologist Marcus Drymon discussing shark depredation and its implications for Gulf Coast fisheries.

As May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, experts advise caution in the sun, noting that today’s sunlight is as strong as late July.

Two students from NEMCC Gateway Youth program earned their high school equivalency diplomas, marking a significant milestone.

A memorial ceremony in Mississippi honored officers who lost their lives in service. Families and community members gathered to pay tribute and remember their sacrifices.

Learn how to tie the Palomar knot, one of the strongest and simplest knots for fishing with braided line, in easy steps.

Lows in the 50s are expected overnight, with patchy fog possible in northeastern Mississippi. Temperatures will climb back into the 80s Thursday.

Northeast Community College will host its graduation ceremonies from May 14 to 18 at the Booneville campus. The events will be streamed live for those unable to attend in person.

Several Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks employees attended the National R3 Symposium in Iowa to discuss strategies for increasing outdoor participation and conservation efforts.

The Gaye Roden Carr Aquatic Center is now accepting reservations for pool rentals and will soon announce swim lesson dates.

Joseph has earned his driving permit, marking an important milestone.

Graduation preparations are underway at NEMCC Adult Education, with students and staff working together to celebrate accomplishments.

Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Adult Education program congratulated its latest graduates on earning their high school equivalency credentials.

A new report shows Mississippi’s Child Care Payment Program spent millions on children who were absent, with some centers accounting for most of the paid absences, according to state auditors.

Landowners in Mississippi are encouraged to skip mowing during May to help local wildlife thrive. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks urges residents to leave grasses and wildflowers uncut this month.

The annual filing window for cigarette and electronic nicotine delivery systems manufacturers opens June 1, 2026, following new requirements from the 2025 legislative session.

The Maryland Department of Public Safety will honor fallen officers during a memorial ceremony tomorrow at 10 a.m. The event will be live-streamed on Facebook.

Benjamin Coleman pleaded guilty to fraudulently claiming unemployment funds in Mississippi. The state auditor’s office continues to crack down on fraudsters.

The Mississippi Outdoors crew visits Eagle Lake in Warren County for prime crappie fishing season, showcasing successful catches during early summer.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks will host its annual Fallen Officer Memorial on Thursday, May 14, at 10 a.m., honoring conservation officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.