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Abria Turner is the student administrative assistant for the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center.

RHCJC to host free media literacy training in Wiggins

January 24, 2025
The Roy Howard Community Journalism Center, in partnership with the Stone County Enterprise, will host a free media literacy training on Feb. 3 in Wiggins.
Ryan Bradley

Mississippi fishermen feel forgotten as Oyster Task Force loses influence

Justin Glowacki January 20, 2025
For years, Mississippi’s oyster industry has faced a cascade of challenges—from declining harvests and environmental degradation to rising operational costs and economic uncertainty.

AMPLIFY: High preterm birth rates in Mississippi highlight health care barriers

Mississippi has the highest preterm birth rate in the United States, standing at 15%, compared to the national average of 10.4%.
Tom Keith, owner of The Flower Bed Nursery, talked to reporters about the influence his faith has had on his business.

Faith in every bloom: How The Flower Bed Nursery thrives on values and dedication

The Flower Bed Nursery in Lumberton, Mississippi, is more than a business. For the Keith family, it’s a reflection of their faith, values, and dedication to serving their community. Now in their 23rd year of ownership, the Keiths are preparing for another busy spring season—growing not just plants, but also relationships rooted in trust and faith. 
What southeast Mississippi mayors want from the state Capitol in 2025

What southeast Mississippi mayors want from the state Capitol in 2025

Samuel Hughes January 13, 2025
The 2025 legislative session is underway, and state Capitol leaders are preparing to tackle major issues affecting Mississippians. From tax reforms to infrastructure improvements, the decisions made under the dome will have lasting impacts on communities across the state.

Oyster season is back, but for how long?

Justin Glowacki and Gerome Webster January 13, 2025
2024 marked the return of oyster season on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for the first time in six years. For now, the Mississippi Sound is starting to rebound, and local oystermen are savoring the success of the 2024 season. But, as Parkinson and others know, the future remains uncertain.

Mississippi moves to lease historically public oyster reefs

Justin Glowacki and Evan Baronich January 13, 2025
Mississippi’s plan to lease 80% of its historically public oyster reefs to private leaseholders has sparked debate between fishermen and policymakers.
When Bonnet Carré Spillway is closed, it prevents the Mississippi River from running through the spillway into Lake Pontchartrain.

DEEP DIVE: What is the Bonnet Carre Spillway

Justin Glowacki January 13, 2025
The Bonnet Carré Spillway is a critical component of the Mississippi River's flood control system that is designed to protect communities, particularly New Orleans, from devastating floods.

Harrison County

Samuel Hughes January 13, 2025

Long Beach Long Beach Mayor George Bass said that, while the city is still recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, it is also looking toward future growth. “We’ve had a growth in small...

Stone County

Samuel Hughes January 13, 2025

Wiggins Wiggins Mayor Darrell Berry said the city has seen substantial growth in recent years, with increasing demand for improved infrastructure. “I think over the last three or four years, we’ve...

George County

Samuel Hughes January 13, 2025

Lucedale Lucedale Mayor Doug Lee said the city is seeking $1.2 million from the state to fund key projects, including road expansions and new sports facilities. The city and George County have already...

Greene County

Samuel Hughes January 13, 2025

Leakesville Leakesville Mayor David West said the city’s top priority for the 2025 legislative session is securing $1.6 million to improve basic infrastructure, including roads and drainage. Of that,...

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