Third Death from West Nile Virus in MS

Mississippi has now had three deaths from West Nile Virus this season.  But unlike the first two, in Madison and Calhoun counties, we’re not being told where the latest victim was from….. "They don't identify where deaths actually occurred out of respect for the families..." State... Read More.



Fire Danger Alert Posted for MS

Low humidity and breezy conditions will combine to produce a danger of wildfires in Mississippi Wednesday and Thursday.   The National Weather Service says extra caution is being advised with any open burning.


Storms Hit MS, Heat Stress Eases

Greenville storm damage (Photo: James Bishop)   There’s damage across mainly western Mississippi after severe storms rolled through the state last night.  Two of the warnings were issued for Holmes County but the National Weather Service hasn’t received any reports of damage there.  Trees and powerlines... Read More.

AAA: MS Gas Prices Remain the Lowest

Some parts of Mississippi have seen gas prices jump 20 cents a gallon in the past week.  But AAA says the statewide average price is only about a penny and a half higher than it was last Wednesday-- around $2.96.   GasBuddy.com says you can... Read More.