Month: November 2026

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday heaped praise on Mississippi’s Sen.-elect Scott Colom for courting some of his hardcore MAGA supporters in the final days of the midterm election campaign, a rare example of the Republican president showing admiration...

The IRS announced a new contribution limit for 401(k) plans for 2027, increasing it to account for inflation.

Vicksburg Daily News – VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Karl McCaffery has been named the new Warren County volunteer fire chief after being appointed by the executive board Monday night. McCaffery, who succeeds former Chief Chris Kennedy, accepted the position earlier this...

The parents of a Tennessee man nearly stabbed to death at a north Mississippi restaurant in 2019 are speaking out as the U.S. Supreme Court weighs this week whether to take on the defendant’s case, potentially halting a scheduled retrial. ...

A $30 million development project has started to restore and rebuild 67 homes in Jackson’s historic Farish Street neighborhood, aiming to preserve affordable housing.

By Selika Sweet, M.D., FAAFP JA Guest Writer “He had to be one of the best men I ever knew,” my aging mother said. “I know. You talk about him all the time.” “He was always working to help people...

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – It was a night to learn some new skills, have a little fun, and discuss some serious issues at the Columbus Arts Council. Billed as “Tatas and Tequila”, the evening began with a mixology class where...

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Tupelo area residents have a chance to get rid of their old, worn or unwanted tires, for free. This Saturday, passenger vehicle tires can be dropped off at the former K I Building parking lot. Goodyear...

Trustmark branches and employees are expected to transition to the Hancock Whitney name in late 2027.

YAZOO COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – As temperatures drop in Mississippi, the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) reminded residents to stay safe while heating their home. The SFMO reported the first space heater-related fire death of the fall and winter seasons,...