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ARBOR DAY IN MAGNOLIAHeadline News
We planted a Magnolia Tree to celebrate Arbor Day and to celebrate America's 250th the commemorative tree was planted at the new Central Park Walking Trail; pictured above left to right: Ruby Pounds, Garrett Smith,...
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CRAWFORD LAMPTON GETS TURKEYHeadline News
Crawford Lampton of Magnolia recently harvested a large eastern wild turkey not far from Magnolia in Tangipahoa Parish, LA. The gobbler, which weighed more than 20 pounds, was a hefty bird with an 11.5 inch beard and...
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FROM L.A. TO PIKE COUNTY: CHEF LEE ANNA WOODCOCKHeadline News
Recently, Lee Anna Woodcock, originally of McComb, now of Los Angeles, prepared an incredible feast for some Pike County friends and family. The menu included heritage pork belly, gulf shrimp, French chicken, bright...
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Her family resists Iran's regimeNews
Sara Afshari, a Research Tutor at Oxford Centre for Mission Studies, describes herself as, "I am Iranian. I am Christian. I carry scars." A friend sent a copy of Sara's story published in Christianity Today and on the...
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Gunn Officially Enters the Mississippi Governor RaceNews Political
Former Speaker of the House Philip Gunn officially threw his hat in the ring for Governor of Mississippi on Tuesday. Gunn, speaking at a campaign event at the Clinton Visitors Center, launched his gubernatorial run by...
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Reverend Charles Calvin Ray (1937-2026) Passes: Local Minister Left a Lasting Legacy of Faith, Service, and LeadershipHeadline News
The Reverend Charles Calvin Ray, 89, passed away peacefully in his sleep in Brookhaven, Mississippi on the evening of March 28, 2026, with his wife of 62 years, Carolyn, at his side. Charles lived a life marked by quiet...
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Celebrate the Legacy of the Doolittle Raiders at the National WWII MuseumNews
The public is invited to attend a special evening of history, remembrance, and tribute as the Children of the Doolittle Raiders host a commemorative event honoring the 84th Anniversary of the Doolittle Raid on Saturday,...
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Property Damage in MagnoliaNews
It is sad to see Magnolia join other towns with graffiti painted on downtown buildings. Magnolia was once called the "Cleanest Town in Mississippi" and its citizens were proud of its clean streets and lovely buildings....
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Castro "Mr. Sipp" Coleman Recognized by Senator Gary BrumfieldNews
Senator Gary Brumfield and Senator Reginald D. Jackson, on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, led presentation of Senate Resolution 50, to Mississippi Gospel and Blues Artist Castro "Mr. Sipp" Coleman from McComb, for being a...
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$5M Family Donation Boosts Scholarships for School of Nursing at OxfordNews
Students entering the University of Mississippi Medical Center's largest health science school by enrollment will get a boost with a new scholarship program in fall 2026. The Johnson Scholars program is part of an...
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Celebrate the Legacy of the Doolittle Raiders at the National WWII MuseumHeadline News
The public is invited to attend a special evening of history, remembrance, and tribute as the Children of the Doolittle Raiders host a commemorative event honoring the 84th Anniversary of the Doolittle Raid on Saturday,...
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Family Medicine Match for Dr. Jazmine BaylorHeadline News
Dr. Jazmine Amelia Baylor, a member of the Morehouse School of Medicine Class of 2026, has successfully matched with the Family Medicine Residency Program at Baton Rouge General Hospital. Dr. Baylor is the daughter of...
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Local Family Physician Passes: Dr. James W. 'Bill' Pressler (1929-2026)News
Dr. James W. 'Bill' Pressler passed away on March 15, 2026. He was 96 years old. Bill was born December 18, 1929, in Port Arthur, Texas, the son of Alton Henry Pressler and Annette Smith Pressler. Bill graduated from...
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Bower Foundation Makes $10 Million Gift to UMMC Cancer Center and Research InstituteNews
The Bower Foundation has made the largest single gift in its history, a transformative $10 million investment in It's About Time: The Campaign for the UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute. The $125 million...
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UMMC Closes Clinics Wednesday, Activates Triage Phone LineHeadline News
University of Mississippi Medical Center clinics will remain closed through Wednesday as work to ensure a safe network environment continues following last week's cyberattack. The UMMC Triage Line has been established...
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Doug Elarton's Surprise 90th Birthday PartyNews
Friends and family gathered at the Osyka Fire Department house Sunday afternoon to surprise Doug Elarton with a party celebrating his 90th birthday. His daughters — Darenda Jones, Nancy Morris and Jackie Gill — were...
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Dr. Lampton Reappointed to Mississippi State Board of HealthHeadline News
Gov. Tate Reeves has appointed Lucius M. 'Luke' Lampton, MD, of Magnolia, to a six-year term on the Mississippi State Board of Health. He has served on the Board since 2006 and is currently its Chairman. The...
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Governor Reeves Requests Major Disaster Declaration for Counties Impacted by Severe Winter StormsNews Political
Governor Tate Reeves today announced that he has requested a Major Disaster Declaration for multiple counties impacted by the severe winter storms that swept across the state from January 23–27, 2026. This includes a...
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Rejoice Dance Academy to Present 'Scooter Mouse & The Teddy Bears' BalletHeadline News
Rejoice Dance Academy of McComb, directed by Kristi Draut, will present the ballet of Scooter Mouse and the Teddy Bears on February 10, 2026, at 12:00 P.M., at the Walthall County Library for members of the Walthall...
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SNAP Replacement Benefits Available for Those Affected by Winter StormNews
The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) reminds SNAP recipients who experienced a power outage over four (4) hours due to Winter Storm Fern on January 24, 2026, to apply for SNAP replacement benefits....
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UMMC Neuroscience ICU Receives National Beacon Award for Nursing ExcellenceNews
The Neuroscience ICU at the University of Mississippi Medical Center has been recognized with the Beacon Award for Excellence — silver level — by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses. This prestigious...
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MSDH Issues Winter Safety Tips from Falls, Carbon Monoxide and FiresHeadline News
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is cautioning residents to remain weather alert as we continue to thaw from this week's ice storm. Icy precipitation may no longer be falling, but with sub-freezing...
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Mississippi Department of Mental Health Recognizes Maternal Health Awareness DayNews
January 23 marks Maternal Health Awareness Day, and the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) is supporting the cause by drawing attention to the importance of maternal mental health, including postpartum...
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Mississippians Should Continue Precautions Against Flu, UMMC Physician SaysNews
As influenza cases rise across the country this season, some headlines have begun referring to a so-called "super flu." While the term isn't a medical diagnosis, it reflects what clinicians are seeing in some...
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