Explore

New Chick-fil-A Location Opens in Biloxi, Creating 120 Jobs and Local Convenience

New Chick-fil-A Location Opens in Biloxi, Creating 120 Jobs and Local Convenience

New Chick-fil-A Location Opens in Biloxi, Creating 120 Jobs and Local Convenience

New Chick-fil-A Location Opens in Biloxi with Promotional Event

New Chick-fil-A Location Opens in Biloxi with Promotional Event

New Chick-fil-A Location Opens in Biloxi with Promotional Event

New Standalone Chick-fil-A Opens in Biloxi, Mississippi

New Standalone Chick-fil-A Opens in Biloxi, Mississippi

New Standalone Chick-fil-A Opens in Biloxi, Mississippi

New Gas Station Opens in Gulfport, Marking First on Beachfront Since Hurricane Katrina

New Gas Station Opens in Gulfport, Marking First on Beachfront Since Hurricane Katrina

New Gas Station Opens in Gulfport, Marking First on Beachfront Since Hurricane Katrina

Hattiesburg Seniors Build Community Through Free Exercise Program

Hattiesburg Seniors Build Community Through Free Exercise Program

Hattiesburg Seniors Build Community Through Free Exercise Program

Firefighters Respond to Large Blaze at West Fraser Plant in Guntown, Mississippi

Firefighters Respond to Large Blaze at West Fraser Plant in Guntown, Mississippi

Firefighters are currently on the scene responding to a significant fire that erupted at a West Fraser plant in Guntown, Mississippi. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon at the facility located along Highway 145. Details regarding the cause of the fire, the extent of the damage, or any potential injuries have not yet been released by authorities. The situation is ongoing, with emergency services actively working to contain and extinguish the blaze. The West Fraser plant is a key industrial site in the Guntown area, and the fire represents a major incident for local emergency responders.

Itawamba Community College Choir Selected to Perform at the White House for Christmas Tours

Itawamba Community College Choir Selected to Perform at the White House for Christmas Tours

The Itawamba Community College (ICC) Chamber Choir and ICC Choir, comprising 68 members under the direction of Kyle Davis, have been selected to perform during the official White House Christmas tours in Washington D.C. this holiday season. This prestigious invitation was extended after the choir was chosen from over 1,000 entries. The performance is scheduled for the evening of December 14. ICC President Dr. Jay Allen described the invitation as an extraordinary honor for the students and the college, emphasizing that it will be a memorable experience for the students. The choir will represent their college, communities, and the state of Mississippi on a national stage. To facilitate this opportunity, ICC is actively raising funds to cover the travel costs for the students, inviting community members, alumni, and friends to contribute through the ICC Foundation.

Households will pay more for energy because of Trump's policy changes, think tank says

Households will pay more for energy because of Trump's policy changes, think tank says

Households in the contiguous United States will pay thousands of dollars more for energy through 2040 because of federal policy changes since President Donald Trump returned to office

Salvation Army of Hattiesburg Opens Angel Tree Registration for Children and Seniors

Salvation Army of Hattiesburg Opens Angel Tree Registration for Children and Seniors

The Salvation Army of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, has commenced its annual Angel Tree registration, aiming to provide Christmas gifts to eligible children and seniors. The registration period began on Monday and will continue until Thursday. Parents are required to register in person, while seniors can register by calling the Salvation Army directly. This initiative is a crucial part of the organization's efforts to ensure that individuals in need within the community experience the joy of Christmas. Last year, the program successfully provided gifts to 525 children and 100 seniors. For the current year, the Salvation Army has set an ambitious goal to increase the number of beneficiaries, targeting 625 children and an increased number of seniors. Captain Nathaniel Revaula emphasized the importance of the program, especially given the financial struggles many families face, highlighting its role in allowing children to experience the festive spirit.

Harrison County Officials Address Community Concerns Regarding Adult Detention Center in Gulfport

Harrison County Officials Address Community Concerns Regarding Adult Detention Center in Gulfport

Harrison County Sheriff’s Department officials, including Sheriff Matt Haley and Harrison County Adult Detention Center Warden Evan Hubbard, attended a community listening session in Gulfport, Mississippi. The session, held at the Good Deeds Community Center, focused on addressing public concerns about the Harrison County Adult Detention Center. Community members raised questions regarding communication with incarcerated loved ones, as well as their access to medication and social services. Organizer Angela Trammel noted that many of the community's concerns were clarified during the meeting. This event provided a direct forum for residents to engage with law enforcement and detention center leadership, fostering dialogue on critical issues affecting the incarcerated population and their families. The officials were present to listen to feedback and understand the community's perspective on the operations and conditions within the detention facility. The meeting aimed to bridge the gap between the public a...

Representative Ayanna Pressley Co-Signs Letter Demanding Federal Investigation into Alleged Lynchings

Representative Ayanna Pressley Co-Signs Letter Demanding Federal Investigation into Alleged Lynchings

Representative Ayanna Pressley, a member of 'The Squad,' along with 59 other Democratic lawmakers, co-signed a letter calling for a federal investigation into what they described as a 'spate of supposed lynchings' of Black individuals across the United States. The letter expressed alarm over reports of Black people found hanging from trees in various states, including Mississippi, Michigan, and New York. The signatories stated that 'the series of deaths raises significant suspicion of foul play given the role of lynching in our nation’s history' and deemed the situation a 'national crisis.' They insisted that inaction by the federal government would be 'tantamount to complicity.' Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, another signatory, supported the letter, citing 10 reported hangings of Black people this year and emphasizing the need to address 'widespread modern-day lynchings and put a stop to this racial terror.' However, some sources suggest that many of these incidents were ruled suicides by local ...

Mississippi Law Limits Hospital Liens on Burn Injury Settlements

Mississippi Law Limits Hospital Liens on Burn Injury Settlements

Mississippi's hospital lien statute, Miss. Code Ann. § 85-7-301, specifically governs how 'qualifying hospitals' and 'qualifying practices' can place liens on settlements for uncompensated traumatic burn care. This law is not a general hospital lien statute; it applies only to facilities designated as burn centers by the State Department of Health and physician practices providing care to patients admitted to such centers. The lien attaches solely to causes of action against third parties responsible for the injury, not to the patient's personal assets like their home or bank account. Providers must adhere to strict procedures, including giving 15 days' advance written notice to the patient and relevant parties, and filing a verified statement with the chancery clerk in both the provider's and patient's counties. Deadlines for filing vary: qualifying hospitals have 75 days after discharge, while qualifying practices have 90 days from the first treatment. The statute also includes protections for burn victi...