Following the recent passage of the $2.2 trillion CARES Act in D.C., Mississippi Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith are supporting a plan which calls for more state control of the funds being dispersed. Wicker and Hyde-Smith joined Senators Lisa … Continued
According to the state health department website, 257 new cases were reported from yesterday bringing the state’s total up to 2,260. This is the biggest spike of numbers we have seen on a day to day basis. 76 people have … Continued
Over 150 hotels in Mississippi have joined the “Hospitality for Hope” initiative. The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) says more than 15,000 hotels across the nation have signed up for “Hospitality for Hope”, which identifies hotel properties that have … Continued
The executive director of the Mississippi Fair Commission Steve Hutton was arrested on Wednesday afternoon for promoting prostitution. According to a news release from the Mississippi Public Affairs Division, Hutton, 54, was booked in the Madison County Detention Center. Hutton, … Continued
Mississippi’s schools are currently closed until at least April 17th, and Governor Tate Reeves has announced a timeline for a decision on whether the closure will be extended. During today’s press briefing, Governor Reeves said that he will provide “clear … Continued
Mississippi Blood Services needs your help in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak. Before one case of COVID-19 had been confirmed in Mississippi, the organization knew that its potential spread across the state could have a profound impact on its … Continued
Becky Currie is not only a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives, but she is also a registered nurse doing her best to help put a stop to the COVID-19 outbreak. On Wednesday, she joined Paul Gallo on The … Continued
Last week, state leaders announced that the 2020 legislative session would be delayed until further notice due to the massive breakout of COVID-19. Nevertheless, Speaker of the House Philip Gunn has been staying busier than ever. “I’m just as busy … Continued
88 new cases have been added to the states total making it 2,003, according to the Mississippi State Department of Health. 8 new deaths have also been added, making it 67 people having died from Coronavirus complications. There are 41 … Continued
Federal funding will assist community health centers in Mississippi. $17.25 million will be shared by 19 community health centers across the state as the COVID-19 outbreak continues. The funding comes as a result of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic … Continued