Gulfport cracks down on litter with $1,000 fines, new signs, and community calls to action. Residents can report violations by calling 311.
Lamar County plans new schools, road upgrades and expanded services as population growth reshapes the area and drives demand for housing and jobs.
With no major supermarkets nearby, many residents rely on gas stations or dollar stores for groceries — or drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the nearest store.
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Mississippi’s REACH MS program uses virtual teachers to fill classroom gaps, bringing certified instruction to schools facing teacher shortages.
With thousands of Mississippi adults struggling to read, a Hattiesburg nonprofit is training volunteers and launching a new program to close the literacy gap.
From June 2024 through February 2025, U.S. beekeepers suffered their worst winter losses in more than a decade, with commercial operations losing an average of 62% of colonies.
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What Is True?
Cut through the noise with fact-checked reporting from the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center. We investigate rumors, viral claims and misinformation affecting southeast Mississippi — so you can stay informed with confidence.
Social media users claim that beginning in January 2026, all phone calls lasting more than 10 minutes will be recorded and stored by phone companies for 30 days.
Social media posts claim video evidence shows Delta State University student Demartravion “Trey” Reed being attacked and his autopsy confirms signs of physical injury.
Social media users have claimed Home Town, featuring Laurel couple Erin and Ben Napier, is responsible for driving up home prices in the city.
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