Governor Tate Reeves has signed an executive order closing Mississippi’s public schools until April 17th. Reeves said, “Now is the time for us to understand the seriousness of COVID-19. Closing the schools provides a four week period to evaluate further … Continued
There are now 50 confirmed coronavirus cases in Mississippi. The Department of Health’s latest update includes 16 new cases spread out over 12 counties. Currently, Pearl River and Harrison Counties have the highest number of confirmed cases with 7 each. … Continued
The Mississippi Department of Corrections has responded to frequently asked questions concerning the state’s prison system during the COVID-19 pandemic. The full text is available below. In response to developments with COVID-19, the Mississippi Department of Corrections will continue to … Continued
Information courtesy of MEMA Governor Tate Reeves has officially requested a disaster declaration by the U.S. Small Business Administration. This request will provide low-interest, Economic Injury Disaster Loans to small businesses and non-profits that have been severely impacted by the … Continued
The Mississippi Department of Human Services is taking the necessary measures to ensure the safety and welfare of employees and clients while still providing the services needed and counted on during the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis. “Our primary commitment is, and … Continued
Governor Tate Reeves posted the following to Facebook today: Here is the text of his message: We are together in a moment of great uncertainty. It is a time when all of our lives are being disrupted as we come … Continued
As school closures continue in Mississippi, the Department of Education is working to ensure that students will continue to receive meals. The MDE’s Office of Child Nutrition (OCN) has secured two waivers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that … Continued
The Mississippi State Department of Health has updated the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the state. With 13 new cases, the state’s total has reached 34 as of Wednesday morning. The latest cases are in Bolivar, Coahoma, DeSoto, Hancock, … Continued
The university made this decision on Tuesday amid the coronavirus pandemic affecting the world. In a statement posted to their website, the school says they are doing this in compliance with the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning regarding the pandemic. … Continued
Written by Brett Kittredge, Director of Marketing and Communications with the Mississippi Center for Public Policy While we don’t have official numbers, estimates say some 15,00-20,000 Mississippi children are homeschooled during normal times. Currently, every child in the state is learning … Continued