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MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH EXPANDS ACCESS TO SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT

A novel statewide program from the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is expanding access to substance use disorder care across all 82 counties by identifying risk earlier, reducing barriers to treatment, and...

May 14, 2026

TORNADOES SWEEP THROUGH BOGUE CHITTO RECOVERY BEGINS

Tornadoes that swept through Mississippi Wednesday night, May 6, flattened the Walsh Mobile Home Park in Bogue Chitto. Emergency officials said there was extensive damage in Lincoln County, including at the trailer park...

May 14, 2026

HISTORICAL SOCIETY NAMED MOST OUTSTANDING IN MISSISSIPPI

The Mississippi Historical Society (MHS), founded in 1858 and headquartered in Jackson, MS, has recognized the Walthall County Historical Society (WCHS) as Most Outstanding Local Historical Society in the state of...

May 7, 2026 · Cathy Chance Harvey

ARBOR DAY IN MAGNOLIA

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,...

April 30, 2026

CRAWFORD LAMPTON GETS TURKEY

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...

April 30, 2026

FROM L.A. TO PIKE COUNTY: CHEF LEE ANNA WOODCOCK

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...

April 30, 2026

Her family resists Iran's regime

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...

April 23, 2026 · Daniel Gardner

Gunn Officially Enters the Mississippi Governor Race

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...

April 16, 2026

Reverend Charles Calvin Ray (1937-2026) Passes: Local Minister Left a Lasting Legacy of Faith, Service, and Leadership

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...

April 16, 2026 · Lucius Lampton

Celebrate the Legacy of the Doolittle Raiders at the National WWII Museum

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,...

April 9, 2026

Property Damage in Magnolia

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....

April 2, 2026

Castro "Mr. Sipp" Coleman Recognized by Senator Gary Brumfield

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...

April 2, 2026

$5M Family Donation Boosts Scholarships for School of Nursing at Oxford

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...

April 2, 2026

Celebrate the Legacy of the Doolittle Raiders at the National WWII Museum

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,...

April 2, 2026

Family Medicine Match for Dr. Jazmine Baylor

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...

April 2, 2026

Local Family Physician Passes: Dr. James W. 'Bill' Pressler (1929-2026)

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...

March 19, 2026

Bower Foundation Makes $10 Million Gift to UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute

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...

March 12, 2026

UMMC Closes Clinics Wednesday, Activates Triage Phone Line

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...

February 26, 2026

Doug Elarton's Surprise 90th Birthday Party

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...

February 12, 2026

Dr. Lampton Reappointed to Mississippi State Board of Health

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...

February 12, 2026

Governor Reeves Requests Major Disaster Declaration for Counties Impacted by Severe Winter Storms

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...

February 5, 2026

Rejoice Dance Academy to Present 'Scooter Mouse & The Teddy Bears' Ballet

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...

February 5, 2026

SNAP Replacement Benefits Available for Those Affected by Winter Storm

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....

January 29, 2026

UMMC Neuroscience ICU Receives National Beacon Award for Nursing Excellence

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...

January 29, 2026