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MDHS announces distribution of remaining November SNAP Benefits

JACKSON, MS – Following official guidance from the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) will issue full November SNAP benefits as soon as possible. MDHS will begin issuance as soon…

Waveland man sentenced on child exploitation charges

WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- A Waveland man will serve two decades behind bars after being found guilty on child exploitation charges, following an investigation by the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office. Colby Johnson was sentenced on the charge of child exploitation material…

Furloughed workers return to Coast facilities

Our South Mississippi federal and military installations are returning to normal operations Thursday as the shutdown ends. The Armed Forces Retirement Home sent out a statement this morning welcoming back…

Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign returns

South Mississippi will soon begin hearing a familiar sound. The Salvation Army’s iconic Red Kettle campaign returns to Walmart and Sam’s Clubs nationwide. Shoppers can donate cash or give digitally…