Millions of dollars saturating the South Mississippi economy as casinos celebrate a successful holiday return. Memorial Day’s numbers are now in, and it seems the economy won big.
As Gov. Tate Reeves gears up to completely reopen the state on Monday, data from the Department of Health suggests Mississippi still hasn’t reached its peak of coronavirus cases, with average daily cases Wednesday hitting their highest point since the pandemic began.
“Our plea as we move into the summer.. as we open up more and more and give YOU more freedom.. we are asking you to make good decisions!” said Governor Tate Reeves
Under an executive order from Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker that went into effect Tuesday, shopping malls and massage therapy facilities can now reopen in the city.
As Mississippi stands to hit 15,000 total coronavirus cases by the end of this month, state leaders say hospitalization data is one of the biggest indicators to help determine if the state’s social distancing measures and COVID-19 strategies are working.
MSDH reported 247 COVID-19 cases and 9 additional deaths on Sunday, bringing the state total to 13,252 cases and 625 deaths. Forrest County reported one death due to coronavirus, as well.
The owners of a Hub City business sued the City of Hattiesburg and Mayor Toby Barker, claiming the city violated their constitutional rights after the business was closed under state and local executive orders.
Free masks will soon be available for pickup at several Forrest County locations after the Emergency Management District received a shipment of KN95 masks.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced Wednesday it would provide $225 million for COVID-19 testing at Rural Health Clinics across the nation, including $9.29 million for 188 Mississippi clinics.
Rural Health Clinics are a special designation given to health care practices in underserved rural areas by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services that help ensure access to care for rural residents.
Myths regarding face masks and whether they protect against the spread of coronavirus keep popping up on social media -- with some implying the public is more likely to get COVID-19 with a mask than without.
After 60 days of fighting, Jolene Rosado is now finally free to leave the hospital— a moment that friends and family have waited to celebrate for months.
If you own a small business in Mississippi with 50 or fewer employees and were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, you may qualify for money being made available through the Small Business Relief Act.
In the stories of survival, sometimes there are some minor miracles. In the case of Marieliese Falcon, known as “Ghee Ghee,” consider it a major miracle.
On Tuesday, May 19, testing in Jasper County will take place at the Bogue Homa Facility Building on 109 McFarland Road in Heidelberg from noon – 4 p.m. as those with appointments will be tested.
MSDH reported 173 new COVID-19 cases and 11 additional deaths Sunday, bringing the state total to 11,296 cases and 521 total deaths, with Jones County reporting one death.
The Mississippi Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby will host an annual Memorial Day ceremony in a few days, but because of the coronavirus pandemic, it will take place only on the internet this year.
Phase One of the casino reopening guidelines are now in the hands of Mississippi casino operators, and the race is on to prepare for Thursday's reopening.
President Elect of the Mississippi State Medical Association and Chief Medical Officer at South Central Regional Medical Center, Dr. W. Mark Horne answers questions as the Covid-19 Pandemic continues.
Wednesday, Reeves announced the state’s suspension of evictions will end on June 1. he says this should give Mississippians time to get their homes in order.
Governor Tate Reeves and the State Epidemiologist explain the decision making that goes into determining which counties need more targeted restrictions.
About a third of all the COVID-19 deaths in the United States have occurred in nursing homes.To fight that trend, the White House has called for testing of every long-term care facility in the country in the next two weeks.
This week is the 66th annual National Salvation Army week. Normally the week is full of celebrations for volunteers and everyone part of the organization, but COVID-19 has put a damper on those plans.
People that received emergency pandemic unemployment assistance will now have those funds count toward income when determining eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Reeves has been pushing the state toward re-opening. Monday, he said its because he doesn’t want Mississippians to wake up in August with no job to return to.
Attorney General Lynn Fitch says the state must do everything possible to help first responders on the front lines of COVID-19 crisis. Under the new rule change first responders may be eligible for a disability payment equal to 34% of work wages.
