COVID-19

Mississippi sees rise in reported COVID-19 cases

The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 418 new cases of COVID-19 in the state and 17 new deaths. The state total now stands at 14,790 cases and 710 deaths. Four of the deaths reported for May 28 were gleaned…

Report: Hundreds of minor leaguers released

On Wednesday, the Oakland Athletics became the first Major League baseball team to announce it wouldn’t continue paying its minor league players past May 31st. The domino effect has been massive. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, hundreds of minor league…

Local cheer gyms adjust to reopening

Places for children’s recreation such as cheer gyms are taking extra precautions as they welcome kids back following COVID-19 shutdowns. For the crew at Cheer Zone Athletics, it’s good to be back. All-Star Director Shalon Patterson said, "They love us,…

Ocean Springs prepares to move forward safely

With Governor Tate Reeves’ ‘safer at home’ order set to end June 1st, cities like Ocean Springs are preparing with safety in mind. In his new ‘safe return’ order, Governor Reeves laid out the latest stage of his measured and…

How to help special needs community during COVID pandemic

The coronavirus death toll in America has now reached more than 100,000 and as more states begin to reopen, a Jackson County mother wants to remind everyone why they should remain mindful of others during this time. Mika Hartman lives…

Vancleave High Class of 2020

Here is the Class of 2020 for Vancleave High School. Sydney Salter is the valedictorian and Cheyenne Strickland is the salutatorian. According to the…

Nevada to reopen casinos June 4, welcoming tourists again

By Michelle L. Price Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Tuesday night that he would allow casinos to reopen June 4, welcoming tourists to return to the glitzy gambling mecca of Las Vegas. “We welcome…

Governor Tate Reeves opens door for sports

It has been, still is, and probably will be a long road back to normalcy for all sports in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. However, that road is shaping up to be a shorter one in Mississippi per the…

Outdoor recreational facilities under strict guidelines

The new executive order issued by Governor Reeves to begin safely reopening the outdoor recreational facilities is now in full effect. Governor Reeves says this is an important step in giving Mississippians an outlet to take care of their mental…

COVID-19 Cases: 313 new cases and 18 new deaths

The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 313 new cases of COVID-19 in the state and 18 new deaths. The state total stands at 14,044 and 670 deaths. Here’s an updated list of cases by county in our area: Hancock…

Disney World to reopen in phases in July

The magic is coming back to Disney World in phases. The Walt Disney Company says its theme parks at Walt Disney World in Florida will start to open again in July. If approved by Florida officials, the reopening of the…

D'Iberville High Class of 2020

  Here is the Class of 2020 for D'Iberville High School. Hannah Mosley is the valedictorian and Lien Nguyen is the salutatorian. Harrison County…

Slow economic recovery expected for Mississippi

The state economist says Mississippi can expect a long, slow economic recovery from the shock of job losses and the steep decline in commercial activity tied to the coronavirus pandemic. Darrin Webb spoke to legislators Tuesday. He says that at…

Governor Reeves holds coronavirus update press briefing

Despite coronavirus cases climbing, Governor Tate Reeves continues looking for ways to safely reopen the Magnolia State. During his daily press briefing, Governor Reeves acknowledged the steady high number of cases each day and urged Mississippians to take it as…