Horn Lake police open registration for CRASE, basic medical sessions
Horn Lake police are accepting resident registrations for CRASE and basic medical training, with seating limited to Horn Lake residents.
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Mississippi archives department hosts fall teacher workshop for 95 educators
The Mississippi Department of Archives and History hosted a fall teacher workshop attended by 95 educators and presenters from across the state.
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Pumpkin Adventure returning to Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum
The Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum’s annual Pumpkin Adventure returns in October with hayrides, exhibits, pumpkin picking and fall activities.
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Historian Charles Payne to discuss Ella Baker’s influence on Bob Moses
Historian Charles Payne will discuss Ella Baker’s influence on Bob Moses at a free History Is Lunch event at the Two Mississippi Museums.
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Mississippi ranked No. 12 nationally for doing business in 2026 report
Area Development ranked Mississippi No. 12 nationally for doing business in its 2026 report, citing rankings for costs, incentives and speed to market.
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Gulfport police invite community to National Coffee with a Cop Day
The Gulfport Police Department is inviting residents to meet officers over coffee next Wednesday for National Coffee with a Cop Day.
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Officials outline security preparations for Mississippi State Fair
Officials outlined security preparations for the 167th Mississippi State Fair in Jackson and announced the 2027 Dixie National Rodeo entertainment lineup.
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Genuine MS to join Brandon’s Quarry Fall Festival
Genuine MS® will bring its Genuine Junction booth to Brandon’s Quarry Fall Festival, with activities and games at the Brandon Amphitheater.
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Madison-Ridgeland Academy Honor Society Brings Snacks to Officers
The Madison-Ridgeland Academy Honor Society brought snacks for officers, the Madison Police Department said.
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DeSoto County announces 2026 general election and registration deadlines
DeSoto County Government listed the 2026 general election and voter registration deadlines and directed residents to election information online.
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D’Iberville first responders visit children at Mississippi LIFT program
D’Iberville police and firefighters visited children at the Mississippi LIFT Resource & Referral Extension at MSU Extension.
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Gulfport police to participate in national railroad safety enforcement event
Gulfport police will join a nationwide railroad safety effort on Sept. 22 during See Tracks? Think Train® Week.
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Pass Christian Chamber plans Coffee with First Responders event
The Pass Christian Chamber will host Coffee with First Responders on Oct. 7, 2026, at Mabel’s Ice Cream & Coffee.
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Gulfport police invite residents to National Coffee with a Cop Day
The Gulfport Police Department is inviting residents to coffee and conversation next Wednesday for National Coffee with a Cop Day.
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Pike County Sheriff’s Office continues litter campaign along Highway 48 West
The Pike County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its 2026 litter campaign along Highway 48 West and other roads throughout the county.
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MDOT secures $44 million federal grant for DeSoto County road improvements
MDOT secured a $44 million federal grant for road improvements in DeSoto County, according to the county government.
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