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2024-2028 Blue Book Now Available

JACKSON, Miss. – Secretary of State Michael Watson reveals the 2024-2028 Mississippi Official & Statistical Register, better known as the Blue Book. Mississippi is known around the world for producing some of the most interesting authors, musicians, athletes, and artists…

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.…

MDOT projects make headway in southeast Mississippi

HATTIESBURG, MISS. – Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District, has announced updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in south Mississippi. “As I reach the end of my final term as Southern District Transportation Commissioner, I’m pleased to 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…

Bring Safe Sober Driving into the New Year

JACKSON, MISS. – Ring in the new year with safe and sober driving. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) wants everyone to know that while a new year may be starting, the same rules apply: No driving under the influence. “Choosing…

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…

City of Gulfport announces boil water notice

The City of Gulfport has issued a boil water notice due to a water main repair. The boil water notice affects residents in the area of Parkwood Drive South, extending from Mimosa Drive south to Depew Road. The advisory also…

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…

MDOT is ready for winter

JACKSON, MISS. – After weeks of mild fall weather in Mississippi, cooler conditions will likely arrive in the Magnolia State in the coming months. Weather can change quickly, and the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is prepared to respond to winter…

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…