According to the Mississippi State Department of Health the new total for positive Coronavirus cases is 485. That is 108 more than yesterday. 2,776 individuals have been tested in the state. That is 17.4% of people getting positive coronavirus results. … Continued
The Senate has passed a $2 trillion stimulus package in response to the economic downturn brought on by the coronavirus outbreak. With the support of Mississippi’s Senators, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) passed by a … Continued
According to the Mississippi State Health Department, 2 more Coronavirus deaths have been reported bringing the states total to 5. One case was a 85-90 year old male from Wilkinson County who died while hospitalized with underlying health conditions. The other … Continued
Submitted by Dane Maxwell, Chairman of the Mississippi Public Service Commission As we have all navigated through these times of uncertainty with the COVID-19 outbreak and the impact it has had on our everyday lives, I am again inspired by … Continued
With schools, daycare centers and preschools around Mississippi shut down as part of statewide efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19, online and hotline reports to the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services abuse and neglect intake center have dropped … Continued
Due to testing limitations related to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, Mississippi State is temporarily waiving GMAT and GRE testing requirements for students applying to the university’s graduate programs. “Mississippi State University is very sensitive to the stress both our current and … Continued
Keesler Air Force Base is currently monitoring three positive cases of COVID-19 for an active duty Airman, a spouse of a sister service member, and a retiree. According to Keesler, the individuals are in isolation, and the Mississippi Department of … Continued
A third Mississippian has died as a result of COVID-19. According to the Mississippi State Department of Health, the 65-70-year-old Webster County man, who suffered from underlying health conditions, passed away after he was hospitalized. To date, all three of … Continued
To assist Hattiesburg’s health care community, first responders, and a general need for personal protective equipment, the City of Hattiesburg will host a mask drive-thru and drop-off event. Donations will be taken at the Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center (220 … Continued
Here’s just a sampling of what Mississippi does best! Thank you to all who are stepping up and helping others, providing encouraging words, or just bringing us a smile during this time of uncertainty. It would be nearly impossible to … Continued