Mississippi

The Future of Diabetes in Mississippi is Looking a Whole Lot Brighter

The future of diabetes in Mississippi looks a whole lot brighter with the recent development ofthe Mississippi Diabetes Network and Diabetes Solutions services. The...

Pediatric Mental Health Care Need Rises, UMMC Researcher Finds

The demand for pediatric mental health care services increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, a study including University of Mississippi Medical Center experts found.

Chronically ill people suffer as Mississippi politicians quibble over medical marijuana

As politicians haggle over grams and taxes, THC levels and canopy space, license fees and excises, thousands of chronically ill Mississippi patients and families who believed they would have access to medical marijuana months ago per the will of the voters feel lost in the shuffle.

MHP to ‘Intensely’ Enforce Safe Travel Over New Year Weekend

The Mississippi Highway Patrol will intensify enforcement efforts for the 2021-2022 New Years Holiday Travel Period, which will begin on Thursday at 6 a.m. and conclude on Sunday at midnight.

A Look Back: Mississippi Today in 2021

Take a look back at the past year in Mississippi through the coverage of Mississippi Today to relive some of the biggest moments that...

Increased MHP Patrols to Promote Safe Christmas Travel

The Mississippi Highway Patrol will seek to maximize visibility through enhanced enforcement efforts on state and federal roadways to promote safe travel through the...

A Firsthand Scouting Report on Top Recruit who Shocked the World

Deion Sanders promised all who would listen Tuesday he was about to shock the country. Then, on national signing day, he delivered.

MDOT Suspends Work, Offers Tips for Holiday Travel

‘Tis the season for holiday travel.

MDOT to Spread Holiday Cheer While Promoting Road Safety

The Mississippi Department of Transportation will once again bring some extra holiday spirit to Mississippi’s highways this Christmas season. Starting Tuesday, MDOT will use...

Five People Killed on MS Highways During Thanksgiving Weekend

Five people died in three fatal crashes on Mississippi highways over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

Eligibility Expanded for COVID-19 Booster Shots to All Adults

Eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots has been expanded to all adults 18 and over, and appointments for boosters can now be made at all county health department clinics for those who qualify.