Mississippi Highway Patrol reports no fatalities during New Year travel period
The increase in enforcement and citations underscores the agency’s “Drive to Survive” initiative.
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Southaven Chamber launches legislative outreach to support county businesses
The initiative comes as lawmakers prepare to convene at the State Capitol in Jackson for the 2026 regular session.
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MDOT updates DeSoto, North Mississippi road projects
Two major DeSoto County highway projects are moving forward.
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Harris: Financial moves to consider for the New Year
These financial moves can help you stay on track with the new budget you’ve prepared.
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James and Amelia claim top spots as Mississippi’s most popular baby names of 2025
The top of the rankings remained a mix of perennial favorites and emerging classics.
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Reeves grants Maurice Taylor clemency, citing illegal 2015 sentence
JACKSON, Miss. — Gov. Tate Reeves has issued Executive Order 1591, granting executive clemency to Maurice Taylor after determining that
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Mississippi Lottery offers first-ever $30 scratch-off game and massive cash promotion
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Lottery is kicking off the new year with a historic expansion of its gaming portfolio.
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McLendon releases legislative agenda for session
The package includes more than a dozen major proposals that McLendon says reflect concerns he hears “every day from families, parents, educators, and first responders.”
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Mississippi Highway Patrol announces New Year’s holiday travel enforcement plans
The agency says its increased presence is intended to reduce crashes and encourage responsible driving.
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2025 marks historic year for MDOT
MDOT officials say Mississippians can expect even more improvements to the state’s transportation system in 2026.
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