MDOT urges preparedness on Hurricane Katrina anniversary

HATTIESBURG, MISS.--- As the 14th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina approaches, the Mississippi Department of Transportation reminds the public that now is the time to prepare for hurricane season. Katrina surged through South Mississippi on August 29, 2005, unleashing more than $1 billion in damage to the state’s transportation infrastructure.... Read More.

August is National Catfish Month!

August is National Catfish Month!  It's the perfect time to enjoy some delicious Simmons Catfish!  Simmons Farm Raised Catfish...Classic American Quality in every bite!  

Runoff Election For Primary Election Tomorrow

The Runoff Election for the Primary Election will be held tomorrow.  Polls open at 7 am and close at 7 pm  Runoffs in the following offices. Republican Primary Election 2019 For Governor Tate Reeves  Bill Waller Jr.   Attorney General  Lynn Fitch  Andy Taggart   Democratic Primary Election 2019 Public Service Commissioner  Dorothy "Dot" Benford De'Keither A.... Read More.

FLOOD AID 2019

What:      FLOOD AID 2019 When:     Sat., September 21,2019 Time:      10:00a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Where:   The Old Satartia Gin Bring the kids....Jumping Houses, face painting, Snow cones, lots of fun...Musical entertainment, Mass Choir of Yazoo County churches, vendors selling products, Lots of food...catfish, chicken, bar-b-que,... Read More.

AS OF  WEDSDAY 8-21-19: MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT GREENVILLE - River Stage 28.58'v   FLOOD STAGE 48' MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT VICKSBURG  - River Stage 25.87v  FLOOD STAGE 43'   BIG SUNFLOWER NEAR ANGUILLA - River Stage 28.57'v  FLOOD STAGE 45'  BIG SUNFLOWER AT HOLLY BLUFF - River... Read More.

Eden Volunteer Fire Department Fund Raiser

Eden Volunteer Fire Department is trying to raise funds for much needed equipment and other things.  A fund raiser is scheduled for Saturday, October 5, 2019 from 11am to 3pm consisting of a silent auction, raffle, and bake sale.   Any donations, money or items... Read More.

West Nile Virus Cases Rise in Mississippi

Five Human cases of West Nile Virus in Mississippi so far this year.  The MSDH reports two new human cases of West Nile Virus in Forrest and Lamar County.  Three previous cases were reported in Smith, Hinds, and Copiah Counties in July.   For more... Read More.

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT 10 AM TO 7 PM THURSDAY

FROM NWS: HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM CDT THURSDAY FOR THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: Humphreys-Holmes-Attala- Issaquena-Sharkey-Yazoo-Madison MS-Leake-Warren-Bolivar-Sunflower- Leflore-Grenada-Carroll-Montgomery-Washington-Hinds-Rankin- Claiborne-Copiah-Jefferson-Adams-Franklin MS-Lincoln-Ashley- Chicot-Morehouse-West Carroll-East Carroll-Richland-Madison LA- Franklin LA-Catahoula-Tensas-Concordia- Including the cities of Crossett, North Crossett, Hamburg, West Crossett, Dermott, Lake Village, Eudora, Bastrop, Oak Grove, Epps, Lake Providence, Rayville, Delhi,... Read More.