Month: November 2026

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,...

GULFPORT, Miss. (WJTV) – The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced the individuals responsible for distributing fentanyl to a U.S. Navy sailor who subsequently died will spend decades in federal prison. On November 9, 2026, Clayton Faubion, 37, was sentenced to 157...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Capitol police announced a driver was arrested after a chase from Jackson into Madison County. On November 12, 2026, investigators said an officer observed a vehicle driving recklessly on Interstate 55 northbound and attempted a traffic...

IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF  HINDS COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KAPLE L. HILL, DECEASED OMEGA K. HILL, EXECUTRIX  CAUSE NO.: P-2026-442 G/2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Letters of Administration having been granted on...

By Ivory Phillips JA Contributing Editor When the dust settled Tuesday night, November 3, 2026, Democrats gained control of the U.S. House of Representatives, 254 to 166, with 15 races still undecided. They gained control of the U. S. Senate,...