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Flu Rate Ticks Up After Recent Declines

Friday, February 9 by Randy Bell

Just when we thought Mississippi’s flu season was winding down, cases have bumped up slightly. The State Health Department says the flu rate statewide has climbed to 5.3 per cent—up from five per cent... Read More.

BOLO: Autumn A. Stanley – Philadelphia, MS

Wednesday, February 7 by Randy Bell

Autumn A. Stanley is pictured above and was last seen on the evening of Sunday, February 4, 2024. She is reported to have left her home heading toward Philly Express. She never returned home. Autumn... Read More.

Witness Describes Tragic Collision That Killed Six

Wednesday, February 7 by Randy Bell

A witness to Monday's horrific head-on collision in Kosciusko says she was two cars behind the former sheriff of Choctaw County and his wife, when another vehicle in the other lane of traffic pulled... Read More.

Flu Update: Fewer Cases Statewide But Local District Sees an Increase

Saturday, February 3 by Randy Bell

Flu season in Mississippi continues to wind down in most areas. The latest report from the State Health Department puts the overall flu rate at 5 per cent, dropping from 5.3 per cent the... Read More.

Gas Prices in MS Creeping Up

Monday, January 29 by Randy Bell

The average price for gas in Mississippi has reached $2.70 for the first time since early December. AAA says it’s edged up a couple of cents in the past week after a series of... Read More.

Fewer Flu Cases Reported in Mississippi

Sunday, January 28 by Randy Bell

We’re still seeing a steady drop in the number of flu cases across Mississippi. The statewide flu rate is down to 5.3 per cent, the lowest since early November. That's the percentage of patients... Read More.

Work Continues to Restore Water Pressure in Durant

Tuesday, January 23 by Randy Bell

Water problems continue in Durant. The city has declared an emergency as it works to restore water pressure after the freezing weather last week resulted in widespread leaks which drained water from the system. When leaks... Read More.

City Cracks Down on Motel Apartments

Tuesday, January 23 by Randy Bell

The City of Kosciusko is telling the owner of a local motel to make some changes or risk losing his business license. Mayor Tim Kyle says the Campbell Motel has been operating as an... Read More.

Flu Cases Continue to Fall, Even in Local Hotspot

Saturday, January 20 by Randy Bell

For the third week in a row, Mississippi’s flu rate is dropping. The State Health Department’s latest update shows that 6.6 per cent of patients seeing their doctor had flu-like symptoms. That’s down from... Read More.

Flu Rate Dropping in MS

Saturday, January 13 by Randy Bell

It may be too soon to say that flu season in Mississippi has peaked. But the numbers have been falling for two weeks in a row now. In its latest update, the State Health... Read More.

Winter Weather Info From MEMA

Thursday, January 11 by Randy Bell

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urges Mississippians to prepare for potential winter weather and extreme cold next week. Residents should be prepared for potential ice, cold temperatures, and possible prolonged power outages. As an... Read More.

Flu Rate in MS Remains High

Monday, January 8 by Randy Bell

Mississippi's flu rate has dipped slightly but remains one of the highest in the country. The latest update from the State Health Department shows than 9.5 per cent of patients seeing their doctor had... Read More.

Author: Randy Bell