Mississippi State News

Winter storm power outage update

Mississippi Power’s storm team of approximately 1,000 linemen, engineers, and support personnel began working at first light this morning to continue restoring power to customers impacted by the winter storm. The storm team includes Mississippi Power employees…

MSU extends closure, online classes through Thursday, Feb. 18

STARKVILLE, Miss.— A determination about Friday’s [Feb. 19] status will be made and shared on Thursday as the university continues to monitor changing weather developments. Classes should be conducted remotely where possible. Faculty with in-person classes should notify students as…

MSDH reports 984 new COVID-19 cases and 39 new deaths

The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 984 new COVID-19 cases and 39 new deaths including one in Hancock County and one in Pearl River County. The statewide total stands at 285,684 cases and 6,429 deaths Here’s a look…