Politics
Before Stacey Abrams won the Ga. primary for governor, she learned hard work in Mississippi
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Democratic gubernatorial nominee’s roots are deep on the Gulf Coast and in the church
Mississippi leads nation in tooth loss among the elderly
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Report says poor oral health can have direct impact on a person’s overall health and income
New album marks dawn of a new Young Valley era for ‘twang’ rockers
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Jackson’s Young Valley adopts its “twang” identity as its unique sound earns the band a following around the country.
Government
Bridge crisis: Statewide closures ‘could very well double’ by 2019
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More than half the timber bridges across the state have yet to be inspected under new federal guidelines
Mississippi Today names editor-in-chief, executive director
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Nonprofit news site set to add new programs along with new staff members
Cities see no benefit from rising Internet sales tax
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The increase in collections of the use tax on items purchased out of state, such as automobiles or on the internet, is doing nothing to help municipal governments with their budget needs.
Sports
In a season of baseball excellence, USM’s Sandlin wins Ferriss Trophy
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While all the other C Spire Ferriss Trophy finalists put big numbers on the scoreboard, trophy winner kept limiting USM opponents to zeroes.
Law and Order
Report questions future, effectiveness of Mississippi Prison Industries
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After the program lost $6.7 million in five years, a watchdog group says the Legislature should consider its future
Mississippi Culture
Mound Bayou’s history a ‘magical kingdom’ residents fight to preserve
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The Delta town settled by former slaves is a poignant paradox: one that laments that the town isn’t what it was, but knows that it’s still worth fighting for.
Sports
Mike Slive: Right person at right time
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The Southeastern Conference’s remarkable rise in revenue and competition owes much to the people skills of Mike Slive, who died Wednesday at the age of 77.
Education
College board, universities remain vital as wave of leadership changes hits
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Half of the university presidents, a third of the IHL, and the Commissioner of Higher Education have all transitioned out of their roles during the past year.
Homepage Featured
Superb candidates abound for Ferriss award
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This will be the 15th annual presentation of the C Spire Ferriss Trophy. Never as there been such an array of deserving candidates.
Money
Mississippi’s gamble pays off; Supreme Court strikes down sports betting ban
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Mississippi was one of five states that officially joined New Jersey’s effort to challenge a federal ban on sports betting nationwide, and the state has spent months checking off boxes to ensure sports betting could begin in within the coming days.
Coahoma school district salary increase boosts enthusiasm
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With new leadership in place, district gives teachers more money, purchases new buses, and sets goals for students for new year
Billy ‘Dog’ Brewer, beloved by his Rebels
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Former Ole Miss football star and coach Billy Brewer, who died Saturday, is fondly remembered by his former players as an inspiring coach who always had their backs.
Environment
Mississippi Aquarium breaks ground in Gulfport
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Artist renderings offer first glimpse at what officials hope is the next big state tourism attraction