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Happy Mother’s Day 2026
By Lee Ann Flemming
Today is a day set aside to honor mothers and celebrate motherhood.
The older I get I realize how much I am like my Mama. Sometimes I even think I sound just like my Mama. If I have been half the mother to my son that my Mama has been to me, I will be happy. I also have had the privilege to know and have a close relationship with my mother-in-law. Not many people are so fortunate.
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Happy Mother’s Day 2026
By Lee Ann Flemming
Today is a day set aside to honor mothers and celebrate motherhood.
The older I get I realize how much I am like my Mama. Sometimes I even think I sound just like my Mama. If I have been half the mother to my son that my Mama has been to me, I will be happy. I also have had the privilege to know and have a close relationship with my mother-in-law. Not many people are so fortunate.
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Late last month, the U. S. Supreme Court issued a bombshell decision that will have a huge effect on Mississippi politics.
In Louisiana v. Callais, the court ruled that you can’t redistrict based purely on race. It overturned a previous federal court decision that compelled the Louisiana state legislature to create a second black Congressional district.
By Wyatt Emmerich on
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Late last month, the U. S. Supreme Court issued a bombshell decision that will have a huge effect on Mississippi politics.
In Louisiana v. Callais, the court ruled that you can’t redistrict based purely on race. It overturned a previous federal court decision that compelled the Louisiana state legislature to create a second black Congressional district.
By Wyatt Emmerich on
1 month 2 weeks ago
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Late last month, the U. S. Supreme Court issued a bombshell decision that will have a huge effect on Mississippi politics.
In Louisiana v. Callais, the court ruled that you can’t redistrict based purely on race. It overturned a previous federal court decision that compelled the Louisiana state legislature to create a second black Congressional district.
By Wyatt Emmerich on
1 month 2 weeks ago
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Late last month, the U. S. Supreme Court issued a bombshell decision that will have a huge effect on Mississippi politics.
In Louisiana v. Callais, the court ruled that you can’t redistrict based purely on race. It overturned a previous federal court decision that compelled the Louisiana state legislature to create a second black Congressional district.
By Wyatt Emmerich on
1 month 2 weeks ago
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Late last month, the U. S. Supreme Court issued a bombshell decision that will have a huge effect on Mississippi politics.
In Louisiana v. Callais, the court ruled that you can’t redistrict based purely on race. It overturned a previous federal court decision that compelled the Louisiana state legislature to create a second black Congressional district.
By Wyatt Emmerich on
1 month 3 weeks ago
WASHINGTON – In response to an Presidential disaster declaration issued April 10, 2026, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest disaster loans for Mississippi businesses, private nonprofits, and residents affected by the severe winter storm occurring Jan. 23 – 27.
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WASHINGTON – In response to an Presidential disaster declaration issued April 10, 2026, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest disaster loans for Mississippi businesses, private nonprofits, and residents affected by the severe winter storm occurring Jan. 23 – 27.
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JACKSON — Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson has announced that the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) is now accepting a new round of applications for its Wild Hog Control Program.
The application period opened on May 1 and will open until May 15. All Mississippi counties are eligible for the application period.
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JACKSON — Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson has announced that the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) is now accepting a new round of applications for its Wild Hog Control Program.
The application period opened on May 1 and will open until May 15. All Mississippi counties are eligible for the application period.
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JACKSON — Governor Tate Reeves has officially declared May as Older Americans Month in Mississippi. This month recognizes the invaluable contributions of older adults across the state, encourages renewed focus on aging trends and reaffirms our commitment to caring for older adults within our communities.
This year’s theme, Champion Your Health, highlights the importance of empowering older Mississippians to take charge of their physical, mental and emotional well-being, ensuring they stay active, informed and most importantly, independent.
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JACKSON — Governor Tate Reeves has officially declared May as Older Americans Month in Mississippi. This month recognizes the invaluable contributions of older adults across the state, encourages renewed focus on aging trends and reaffirms our commitment to caring for older adults within our communities.
This year’s theme, Champion Your Health, highlights the importance of empowering older Mississippians to take charge of their physical, mental and emotional well-being, ensuring they stay active, informed and most importantly, independent.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Photo by Clay McFerrin, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
The Tallahatchie County Safe Room will host federal and state officials to provide assistance information to January ice storm victims from Monday, May 11, through Saturday, May 16.
Federal and state disaster officials will be at the Tallahatchie County Safe Room in Charleston May 11-16 to serve local victims of the late January ice storm.
The Safe Room, located at 185 S. Market St. — directly behind Bank of Commerce — will be open to the public from Monday, May 11, through Friday, May 15, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, and on Saturday, May 16, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
At the site, residents can receive in-person Federal Emergency Management Agency registration, assistance information and referrals to recovery resources.
By Clay McFerrin - Editor and Publisher, Charleston Sun-Sentinel on
1 month 3 weeks ago
Photo by Clay McFerrin, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
The Tallahatchie County Safe Room will host federal and state officials to provide assistance information to January ice storm victims from Monday, May 11, through Saturday, May 16.
Federal and state disaster officials will be at the Tallahatchie County Safe Room in Charleston May 11-16 to serve local victims of the late January ice storm.
The Safe Room, located at 185 S. Market St., will be open to the public from Monday, May 11, through Friday, May 15, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, and on Saturday, May 16, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
At the site, residents can receive in-person Federal Emergency Management Agency registration, assistance information and referrals to recovery resources.
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1 month 3 weeks ago
Many women face mental health issues, including mothers during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Resources are available to help. (Metro)
JACKSON – Maternal mental health conditions are among the leading causes of pregnancy-related death, according to the state’s Maternal Mortality Review Committee (MMRC).
Throughout May, Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is partnering with the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) and the Postpartum Support International (PSI) Mississippi chapter to raise awareness of the critical importance of supporting mothers during pregnancy and the postpartum period.
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Many women face mental health issues, including mothers during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Resources are available to help. (Metro)
JACKSON – Maternal mental health conditions are among the leading causes of pregnancy-related death, according to the state’s Maternal Mortality Review Committee (MMRC).
Throughout May, Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is partnering with the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) and the Postpartum Support International (PSI) Mississippi chapter to raise awareness of the critical importance of supporting mothers during pregnancy and the postpartum period.
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Atmos Energy Marks National Safe Digging Month with Outreach Across Mississippi
One free phone call before breaking ground can prevent serious injury and costly damage
FLOWOOD, Miss. April 30, 2026 — As National Safe Digging Month 2026 concludes, Atmos Energy is capping a month of outreach designed to remind Mississippians of one simple, life-saving step: call 811 before you dig.
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