Former State Health Officer passes away
MSDH is mourning the loss of a giant in public health. Dr. Alton B. Cobb passed away this past weekend. Tuesday would have been his 93rd birthday. Dr. Cobb served…
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MSDH reports 448 COVID-19 cases and 11 deaths
Today MSDH is reporting an additional 448 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 11 deaths. Ten of these deaths occurred between October 6 and October 19. An additional death occurred on October 14, identified from death certificate reports. Mississippi's total…
Coast nonprofit "Mississippi Heroes" to honor local First Responders with free Halloween Cruise on Friday, Oct. 22
Local nonprofit “Mississippi Heroes” plans to take their organization on the water to celebrate First Responders on October 22nd for their inaugural Halloween Cruise. This event is free to First Responders and their families as a way to honor the…
Second round of COVID-19 assistance opens for commercial, charter fisheries
The second round of Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act applications for commercial and charter fisheries participants opens at 9 a.m. today on the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources website. The application process will be open for 30…
Mississippi Severe Weather Awareness Week: Statewide tornado drill Wednesday, Oct. 20 at 9:15 AM
Governor Tate Reeves has declared October 18-22, 2021, as Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Mississippi. “Mississippi is no stranger to severe weather,” said Governor Tate Reeves. “By preparing in advance of a storm, Mississippians can ensure they stay safe.…
Mega Millions winning numbers for October 19th, 2021
Here are the winning numbers for tonight’s Mega Millions lottery. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Meet and Greet the Spirits with the Long Beach Historical Society
Tonight, the Long Beach Historical Society brought life back to a place known for being a final resting place. Story tellers and re-enactors share the…
CASH 3 draw winning numbers for October 19th, 2021
The CASH 3 draw winning numbers for October 19th are: 0-2-2. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
New therapy playground for Gulf Coast children open in Long Beach
With a vision of a healthy Mississippi, the Children’s Center for Communication and Development cut the ribbon for their new therapy playground today in Long Beach. The Blue Cross…
IMMS provides expertise on proposed diversion of Mississippi River
Last week director of the Institute of Marine Mammal Studies Dr. Moby Solangi traveled to Jackson to speak before the state’s ports and marine resources committee about…