Blackwell highlights child welfare, public safety bills as Senate advances House measures
State Sen. Kevin Blackwell said the Mississippi Senate continued moving through House legislation last week as lawmakers advanced bills addressing
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Author: Jon Myers
Advocacy group urges Senate support for HB 525 involving crimes against children
A Mississippi advocacy group is urging state senators to support House Bill 525, legislation that would establish mandatory minimum prison
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Reminder: Political Signs Prohibited on Highway Rights-of-Way
As Tuesday’s primary elections draw near, candidates are being reminded that political signs are not allowed on highway rights-of-way under
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Starkville police motorcycle officer critically injured during funeral escort
The Starkville Police Department Accident Reconstruction Team will conduct a full reconstruction of the crash.
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DeSoto County Sports Now Featured Statewide with Launch of Mississippi Sports App, MississippiSportsApp.com
High school and college sports fans in DeSoto County now have a new way to follow their favorite teams —
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New Mississippi Legislation Targets Unpaid Child Support Through Casino Jackpots
Mississippi lawmakers have approved legislation that would allow casino operators to withhold jackpot winnings from people who owe unpaid child
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President Trump approves major disaster declaration for Mississippi, unlocking more than $39 million in federal aid
State and local leaders continue to assess storm-related damage as recovery efforts move forward across Mississippi.
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Governor Requests Federal Disaster Declaration After Historic Winter Storm
If approved, the declaration would unlock federal assistance for individuals, workers, and local governments affected by the historic ice and winter weather event.
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Mississippi News Group launches new app for iOS and Android for new way to read DeSoto County News
The Mississippi News Group today announced the official launch of its new “Mississippi News” mobile app, now available for download
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I-55 Northbound Closed in DeSoto County After 18-Wheeler Crash During Winter Storm
All northbound lanes of Interstate 55 near Exit 271 (MS-306) in DeSoto County were shut down after an 18-wheeler crash.
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