Help for the Hospitals
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.--At least 61 hospitals across the state that have asked for help will be getting it, at least to some degree, with about 1,000 contract workers being brought in. They are expected to... Read More.
Author: Chris Davis
Signs the Pandemic Could Be Levelling Off in Miss.
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.--Despite Mississippi reporting its highest number of deaths in one day, there are signs that the pandemic could be levelling off, said state epidemiologist Dr. Paul Byers, in a news conference Tuesday.
According to... Read More.
Heat Advisory for Central Mississippi
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.--It's going to be sunny and hot with almost no chance for relief from rain this afternoon. A heat advisory is in effect for central Mississippi.
"Heat indices will be right around 105 to... Read More.
Why Gas Prices May Be Dropping Soon
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--Mississippi gas prices on average now almost 40 cents below the national average. The national average is $3.15 per gallon. The Mississippi average is $2.76.
"So, good news for motorists, expect prices to continue... Read More.
Two People in the Hospital After Using Ivermectin, More Coronavirus Cases
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.--At least two people in Mississippi have been put in the hospital using Ivermectin meant for animals, according to the Poison Control Center.
"I think some people are trying to use it as a... Read More.
Thompson to Reeves: It’s Time for a Mask Mandate
STATE WIDE--Gov. Tate Reeves has repeatedly said that he will not issue a blanket, state-wide mask mandate. Rep. Bennie Thompson is urging him to go back on that.
Thompson, who represents Attala, Leake and Holmes... Read More.
Guest: You’re Paying More and the Blame Is Partly on the Federal Government
WASHINGTON--You may have noticed that you're paying more for most things, compared to this time last year. Congressman Michael Guest (R-Miss.) said that's because of inflation and the blame for that, at least partly,... Read More.
Ivermectin to Cure or Prevent COVID? No, Says Miss. Dept. of Health
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.--You might've read on the internet or seen on Facebook some recommendations that you take Ivermectin to prevent coronavirus or cure it. The state Dept. of health says that's a bad idea.
"When you... Read More.
Fines, Prison Time Now Possible for Refusing to Isolate
STATE WIDE--You could now face a fine of up to $500 or six months in prison if you test positive for COVID-19 and do not isolate in your house for 10 days. State health... Read More.
Miss. Congressman Guest: Infrastructure Bill May Be Too Expensive
WASHINGTON--Congressman Michael Guest has serious concerns about the infrastructure bill that's already been passed by the U.S. Senate and now must be considered by the House. He said in an interview with Kicks96 Thursday,... Read More.
Reeves Won’t Shut Down Schools or Require Masks
STATE WIDE--Gov. Tate Reeves stressed during a news conference Thursday that he doesn't believe it's his job as governor to make blanket decisions for school districts across the state. He said he believes shutting... Read More.
Students on Hybrid Learning Can Compete in Sports
JACKSON, Miss.--Students who are on a hybrid learning schedule can compete in school sports. The Mississippi High School Activities Association announced that decision Thursday, the same day that Kosciusko schools decided to provide a... Read More.
