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WXXV Pet of the Day: Bring Alea Home!

Today’s Pet of the Day is Alea and she’s at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Alea is a hound mix about four years old. She sits on command, is great on a leash, and is oh-so-sweet! Alea is good with…

Jackson County parks reopening Tuesday, May 12

The Jackson County Board of Supervisors voted to reopen County maintained parks from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. beginning Tuesday, May 12. Those who plan to use the parks are asked to adhere to the following guidelines: No more than…

WXXV Pet of the Day: Bring Max home!

Today’s Pet of the Day is Max from the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Max is a male terrier mix about ten months old. He’s good with kids and dogs, great on a leash, sits for treats, and is a complete…

Pet of the Day: Give Phebie a loving home

Today’s Pet of the Day is Phebie from the Jackson County Animal Shelter. She is a hound mix about one-year-old, good with kids and dogs, sits for treats, great on a leash, spayed and microchipped. She’s $25 to adopt. You…

CDC: Risk of animals spreading COVID-19 to people is low

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses. Some coronaviruses cause cold-like illnesses in people, while others cause illness in certain types of animals, such as cattle, camels, and bats. Some coronaviruses, such as canine and feline coronaviruses, infect only animals…

New Mississippi Aquarium opening date unknown

The Mississippi Aquarium was slated to open its doors to the public today. Now, that isn't happening. The construction project has already faced delays, and now health concerns regarding the coronavirus have further hindered development. Officials say a new opening…

WXXV Pet of the Day: Adopt Osborne today

Osborne is a one year old terrier cattle dog mix. This spunky little guy is a whole lot of fun. He’s happy to be out and about in the yard chasing the ball or entertain himself by chasing birds. He’s…