Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:04:51 GMT
A Tylertown man is charged with animal cruelty in connection to that suspected puppy mill in Walthall Co. More than 100 of the rescued animals are now at the Humane Society of South MS.More >>
A Tylertown man is charged with animal cruelty in connection to that suspected puppy mill in Walthall County. Sheriff's officials say James Thornhill, 72, turned himself in Tuesday and was released on his own recognizance. Meanwhile, 102 of the animals rescued Monday are now getting a lot of TLC at the Humane Society of South Mississippi.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:54:17 GMT
In the wake of Monday's puppy mill bust in Walthal County may Mississippi animal advocates are calling for tougher animal cruelty laws in the state. Advocates believe stiffer penalties would go a longMore >>
In the wake of Monday's puppy mill bust in Walthal County many Mississippi animal advocates are calling for tougher animal cruelty laws in the state.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:28 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:28:08 GMT
Everyone knows when Jimmy Dunkle comes to the plate at Petal's Optimist Park. The stands are packed with fans cheering and chanting his name.Jimmy plays in the 9-10 year old little league in Petal, andMore >>
Everyone knows when Jimmy Dunkle comes to the plate at Petal's Optimist Park. The stands are packed with fans cheering and chanting his name.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:50:04 GMT
Laurel businessman and former firefighter, Ken Keyes, opened his mayoral campaign office on Wednesday. The Independent candidate's office is located on Sawmill Rd. across from the city's post office. KeyesMore >>
Laurel businessman and former firefighter Ken Keys opened his mayoral campaign office on Wednesday.
Sometimes it's really tough being the boss. That is especially true during the toughest economic downturn in our lifetime. You may have seen our story featuring Southern Miss President, Dr. Martha Saunders this week…and the guest editorial she did. In it she addressed the 29 cuts in faculty and 22 eliminations of programs being made due to a $15-million shortfall in state funding for the University.
Certainly, the economy is affecting all of the educational systems in the state from the big universities to the public school systems. But as hard as it is on the administrators who have the burden of deciding what to cut…it is obviously harder still on those who lose their jobs.
But hard times call for hard decisions. We are fortunate indeed to have someone of the caliber of Dr. Saunders to lead the university through these troubled waters. We have confidence in her wisdom and leadership as she does what she believes to be in the best interest for the overall health of the institution as a whole. As she indicated in her commentary, times will get better. When the corner is turned we believe President Saunders will have the university positioned to take advantage of better times and growth will continue.
Let us not waver in our support for a great institution that contributes so much, in so many ways, to this area.
I'm Jim Cameron and that's my Viewpoint…let us know what you think.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:20:42 GMT
The University of Southern Mississippi Foundation has halted its tornado relief campaign. USM announced Wednesday that its tornado relief and campus beautification campaigns were entering a quiet phaseMore >>
USM announced Wednesday that its tornado relief and campus beautification campaigns were entering a quiet phase as the nation focuses its attention on tornado victims in Oklahoma.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:55 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:55:25 GMT
The Hattiesburg Sunrise Rotary Club presented a check for $5000 Wednesday to the Pine Burr Area Council Boy Scouts. The club raised more than $10,000 in their annual Charitable Funds Awards 5-K run. MoreMore >>
The Hattiesburg Sunrise Rotary Club presented a check for $5000 Wednesday to the Pine Burr Area Council Boy Scouts. The club raised more than $10,000 in their annual Charitable Funds Awards 5-K run. MoreMore >>
Clips from activities day for Military Appreciation Month at the Collins Veterans Home. American Legion Riders were there to honor vets and a band from Kosciusko performed.More >>
