Mississippi law authorizes Ackerman to levy 2% restaurant sales tax
Senate Bill 3401 authorizes Ackerman to levy a 2% special tax on restaurant sales within the city’s corporate limits, according to the state Revenue Department.
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Tupelo infant death charges, Delta grant and ranked football games shape Mississippi’s Sept. 22 rundown
Tupelo child-abuse charges, a Gautier shooting investigation and a Washington County grant lead the September 22 Mississippi news roundup. Jones College, Northwest volleyball, Dak Prescott, Mississippi State and Ole Miss headline sports.
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Pascagoula Police Department post promotes K9 Thor for chief of police
The Pascagoula Police Department promoted K9 Thor for chief of police and listed his proposed platform, including more tennis balls and a larger K9 budget.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College highlights Phi Theta Kappa scholarships
Northeast Mississippi Community College is highlighting scholarship opportunities for Phi Theta Kappa members during PTK Awareness Week.
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Drier air expected to bring less humid conditions across the region
A drier airmass is expected to bring less humid conditions, with cool lows into next week and highs described as at to just above normal levels.
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Mid-South highs expected in the mid to upper 80s through weekend
Mid-South highs are expected to stay in the mid to upper 80s through the weekend, though 95-plus readings can continue in August and early September.
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Blues Fest Family Day brings Greenville community together during annual festival
Blues Fest Family Day, organized by Netty R. Seard and the Greater Greenville Panhellenic Council, brought the community together during the annual festival.
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Mayor’s Blues Reception celebrates 49th Mississippi Delta Blues festival
The Mayor’s Blues Reception celebrated the 49th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival at Greenville’s Downtown Waterfront.
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Cornerstone Caregiving opens in Greenville, mayor says
Cornerstone Caregiving has opened in Greenville, where Mayor Errick D. Simmons welcomed its compassionate, quality in-home care for residents and veterans.
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MDCC HVAC students troubleshoot Medical Laboratory Technology lab equipment
MDCC HVAC students gained practical experience by troubleshooting an equipment issue in the Medical Laboratory Technology lab with faculty.
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