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“Poetic Justice”: Isaiah Martin reacts after Scott Colom flipping Mississippi County named after a Ku Klux Klan founder

JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI - NOVEMBER 4: District Attorney and U.S. Senate candidate for Mississippi Scott Colom speaks as he gives an update on state of Senate race against Cindy Hyde-Smith November 4, 2026 in Jackson, Mississippi. Colom And Hyde-Smith are virtually deadlocked in state’s senate race as ballot counting continues. (Photo by Rogelio V. Solis) - Source: Getty Images The political shift in Forrest County, Mississippi, has drawn attention beyond the Senate race, bringing renewed focus to the region’s complicated history with racial discrimination and the Ku Klux Klan, according to the Mi...

Forrest County, MS · 3d

The Clarion Ledger

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State Auditor Shad White announces campaign for MS governor

Mississippi State Auditor Shad White is launching a bid to become Mississippi's next governor . White announced his campaign Monday, Nov. 9, in Laurel, becoming the fifth candidate and fourth member of the Republican Party to enter the 2027 race for governor . "For those of you who I do not know, my name is Shad White," White said at his campaign announcement event in Laurel. "I'm a Christian. I'm a husband. I'm a father of three little kids. I'm a soldier in the Mississippi National Guard. I'm the State Auditor who locked up corrupt politicians and insiders when they stole your money. And today, I am a candidate for governor of Mississippi." The announcement comes as the state has still not settled the Nov. 3 election for U.S. Senate , where Democrat Scott Colom has a lead over Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith. White was appointed the 42nd State Auditor of Mississippi by Governor Phil Bryant in 2018 and was re-elected to the post in 2019 and 2023. At the time of his appointment in 2019, Bryant became the first millennial to hold a statewide office in Mississippi. According to White's campaign website, White recovered $75 million worth of taxpayer

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Jackson City Council considers changes to meeting rules after Stokes outburst

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Changes could be in the works for people wishing to speak before the Jackson City Council, as leaders continue to grapple with recent outbursts. On Tuesday, a special meeting was called to go over council rules for public speaking and decorum, a week after Ward 3 Councilman Kenneth Stokes made derogatory and threatening comments to a group protesting data centers in Jackson.

Jackson, MS · 13h

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Holograms, kayaks, and walking trails. Here is what the city would like to see at the Jackson Zoo

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Kayaking, mini golf, and holographic animals are all ideas the city of Jackson hopes to explore to reinvigorate the Jackson Zoological Park, according to a long-awaited request for information released late last month. On October 29, the city released an RFI for the “Livingston Super Park...

Jackson, MS · 1d

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Rankin County to process affidavit, mail-in absentee ballots Tuesday evening

RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - Election officials in counties across the state will continue counting ballots today, including in Rankin County, where officials will count affidavit and mail-in absentee ballots this evening. The Rankin County Election Commission’s resolution committee will meet at 5 p.m. to review and process the outstanding...

Rankin County, MS · 1d

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Officials announce Jackson as winner of Model Cities Initiative

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Federal officials say residents should see the results of a federal crime-fighting grant as early as next year, once the plans are finalized on how to use it and the dollars are in place. That’s according to U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, who was in Jackson...

Jackson, MS · 1d

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St. Dominic opens women’s health clinic in Jackson

JACKSON — St. Dominic has opened a women’s health clinic in Jackson and added two obstetrician-gynecologists, expanding care for patients before, during and after pregnancy. The clinic offers preventive care, routine screenings, reproductive health care and ongoing treatment. It also expands the prenatal and postpartum services available through...

Jackson, MS · 1d

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Hinds County Juvenile Probation Plan Prioritizes Family Intervention

HINDS COUNTY, Miss.—When Asheena Woods was a teenager navigating the juvenile justice system in Hattiesburg, she struggled with detention, unstable living arrangements and a lack of guidance, but she credits one social worker with helping her through some of her most difficult years. “Ms. Brenda, she was my saving...

Hinds County, MS · 1d

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Jackson State opens Mississippi’s first resource closet for aspiring teachers

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson State University opened Mississippi’s first Aspiring Educators Resource Closet on Monday, giving education students a place to pick up classroom supplies before they start teaching. The closet, inside the College of Education and Human Development, is a partnership with the Mississippi Association of Educators-Retired....

Jackson, MS · 1d

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Flowood chamber lists ribbon cuttings, anniversary celebrations for Nov. 10-13

FLOWOOD — The Chamber of Flowood has announced a week of ribbon cuttings and anniversary celebrations, beginning Tuesday, Nov. 10, with events for Mothers’ Milk Bank of Mississippi and Lactation Specialty Services. Both Tuesday events are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. at 2001 Airport Road, Suite 204. Mothers’ Milk...

Flowood, MS · 22h

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Some Rankin County Ballots Not Counted Due to Confusion Over Two Precincts in the Same Room

Rankin County’s North Richland and South Richland voters were in the same building for the Nov. 3 election, with some voters casting their ballots at the wrong precinct despite arriving at the correct address. At least six voters confused the two precincts. Although 20 U.S. states and Washington D.C....

Rankin County, MS · 1d

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Advocates rally at Mississippi AFL-CIO to empower voters

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As ballots are still being counted in the U.S. Senate race in Mississippi, advocacy groups are hammering home the idea of civic engagement. The groups, including the NAACP, came together to empower voters at the Mississippi AFL-CIO on November 10, 2026. They encouraged civic engagement to improve life in the Magnolia […]

Mississippi · 13h

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This Mississippi Art Gallery Has Been Celebrating African Heritage For 50 Years

A shop in Mississippi sells African clothing, jewelry, art, and books, and it also hosts meetings. That is a lot of culture under one roof. I like that it works as both a store and a gathering spot. Shoppers can find body care products and items made in Ghana. I...

Jackson, MS · 1d

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Kosciusko Pipeline Project Clears Major Federal Hurdle, Gets Go-Ahead

Federal regulators have officially authorized construction to begin on the $1.1 billion Kosciusko Junction Pipeline Project, moving the major multi-county energy effort from the planning stage into active development. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a notice to proceed to developers Gulf South Pipeline Co. and Texas Gas Transmission....

Attala County, MS · 1d

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5th Squad receives grant for veteran community center

PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) – A Mississippi nonprofit will turn a building into its first permanent community center veterans. According to officials, 5th Squad is using a grant from Lowe’s to renovate the space. Lowe’s Red Vest volunteers worked alongside 5th Squad to get the building ready for veterans, current service members and their families. “the […]

Pearl, MS · 1d

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Jackson State announces Inaugural Celebration for President Gregory

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson State University (JSU) will officially inaugurate Dr. Denise Jones Gregory as its 14th president. Jones is the first female alumna to hold the presidency of JSU. “This inauguration represents a historic moment for Jackson State University,” said Debra McGee, co-chair of the Inaugural Steering Committee and senior vice president and […]

Jackson, MS · 14h

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City of Brookhaven considers creating walking trail to help fight health issues

Brookhaven aldermen took the first steps toward construction of a walking trail as a preventative for suicide and obesity. Dr. William Hay, a family practitioner, proposed the trail to the […]

Brookhaven, MS · 16h

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Wesson volunteer firefighter balances Army Guard, Co-Lin studies

For Carter Goff, joining the Wesson Volunteer Fire Department wasn't just a way to give back to his new community — it was the fulfillment of something he says he always knew about himself. "I had a thing all my life that I just knew I was going to...

Wesson, MS · 1d

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Wayne Sanderson Farms Wing Wars returns to Laurel

LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - The Wayne Sanderson Farms Wing Wars returned to Laurel with competitive teams and unlimited wings for the community. Teams competed for professional and community awards, as well as people’s choice and team spirit awards. Ticketholders enjoyed as many wing samples as they wanted for $20...

Laurel, MS · 3d

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