The Latest from the Mississippi Pine Belt
After Petal Woman Drowns in Her SUV, Community Fundraises for Her 3 Kids and Ailing Husband
Rachael Floyd drowned in her SUV as a flash flood swept through the strip mall parking lot she was driving by near the Walmart in Petal, Mississippi, on May 25. Now, the community is raising money for her three children and husband, who suffers from an aggressive form of brain…
Mississippi Seeks Input on Barbering, Cosmetology Rules
The Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering is accepting public comments through June 22 on temporary rules that could shape health, safety and business standards across the industry.
Beaumont, Mississippi, Residents Face Limited Fitness Options
Residents in Beaumont, Mississippi, have to rely on themselves when it comes to staying active. The area has no local gym or fitness centers.
Mississippi House Rep. Jansen Owen Running for District Attorney in His Home District
Mississippi House Rep. Jansen Owen, a Republican from Poplarville, has sponsored bills giving former offenders the chance to expunge felony convictions, as well as reforming sexual battery prosecutions. He is now running to be the next district attorney for the 15th Circuit Court District in the 2027 election.
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Mississippi Governor Requests Major Disaster Declaration for Five Counties After May Storms, Tornadoes
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves requested a federal major disaster declaration to address recent storm and tornado damage in Southwest Mississippi and the Pine Belt. The request would make five counties eligible for individual and public assistance under FEMA.
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Hattiesburg School for Neurodiverse Learners Offers Individualized K-12 Education
Innova Preparatory School in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, offers specialized K-12 education for neurodiverse students, with each child receiving an individualized education plan to meet their needs and goals.
