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2023 (Taylor’s Version): The year in pop culture

BY JOCELYN NOVECK Updated 8:53 PM CST, December 6, 2023 In weather terminology, they call it “rapid intensification” — the process by which a storm strengthens dramatically in a short period. In pop culture terminology, they call it Taylor Swift. It’s not…

2023, a historic year for MDOT

JACKSON, MISS. – “Historic” is perhaps the best descriptor for the year 2023 at the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). The agency received record levels of funding to improve and build upon Mississippi’s infrastructure and notably, embarked on several capacity projects.…

2023 Year in Review: Top Stories

As we wrap up 2023, we realize there are some words we've said a lot: record---unprecedented---first. This was a year where we repeatedly saw things which had never happened before---as you'll see…

Tips to Celebrate New Year's Eve Safely

December 28, 2023 -- New Year’s Eve is a time to reflect on the previous year and welcome a new year and new beginning. Acadian Ambulance wants to remind everyone to celebrate safely and responsibly. Do not drink and drive. Have…

Body of missing Jackson County man found

The body of a missing Hurley man has been found. Joseph Ladnier’s body was discovered this afternoon near where his truck was found, according to authorities. The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene of his truck parked on…

Founder of the American Family Association dies in Mississippi

TUPELO, Miss. (AP) — Donald Wildmon, the founder of the American Family Association, a conservative Christian advocacy group, has died, the organization announced Thursday. The 85-year-old Mississippi native died on Thursday from complications related to Lewy body dementia, an obituary…

Cold-weather shelters opening across the Coast

In anticipation of cold-weather conditions, two cold-weather shelters will open Thursday and Friday. The Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Center in D’Iberville opens Thursday and Friday at 4:30 p.m. That shelter is located at 10395 Automall Parkway. The Salvation Army Center of…

Road closure extended in the area of Tegarden Road

The City of Gulfport has extended the “Road Closure” due to a sewer cave-in, impacting citizens and businesses in the area from Tegarden Road between Silver Lane southward to Township Road and South Railroad Street. White Street, Perry Street, South…

Port Bienville Receives $450,000 Site Development Grant

KILN, MISS: Today Governor Tate Reeves’s office announced the state of Mississippi is investing $450,000 in a site development grant to Port Bienville and Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission (HCPHC). This site development grant will advance the development requirements…

Family caregiver named Mississippi Hero

Mississippi Heroes honored a mother for being a caregiver. Kelli Tucker is the caregiver for her adult brother, Michael, and her son, Sam. The two of them are autistic and need accommodations…

MDOT clears Santa Claus for travel

JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation has officially cleared Santa Claus and his reindeer for travel in Mississippi on Christmas Eve. MDOT is pleased to announce that St. Nick has passed all permitting and airspace requirements with flying colors…

MEMA offers tips for winterizing your home

Is your home prepared for winter weather? MEMA is offering tips to help you winterize your home. Store a good supply of dry, seasoned wood for your fireplace or wood-burning stove. Insulate walls and attics, use caulk and weather stripping…

Mississippi Awarded Federal Grant to address unemployment gaps

JACKSON, MS — The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA), announced that the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES), in partnership with Accelerate MS, has been awarded a Strategy Development Grant (SDG) to fund local planning activities related…

Kiln man charged with robbing store, kidnapping teen

A Kiln man is in jail, charged with robbing a convenience store and kidnapping a teen. 19-year-old Danon Froman was charged with armed robbery, kidnapping and burglary of a commercial business. He was taken to the Hancock County jail. No…

Department of Health puts hold on medical cannabis sales

The state Department of Health on  Thursday halted sales of on a number of medical cannabis products pending re-testing. The Health Department said in a statement on its website that the move was made to protect the health and safety…