Legislative watchdog: Mississippi prisoners likely receive inadequate dental care amid chronic staffing shortages, weak monitoring

Greenwood Leflore Hospital tells employees it could close by July 31

Greenwood Leflore Hospital informed employees Thursday it has delayed its anticipated closure to July 31 as negotiations over a potential transfer of operations to the University of Mississippi Medical Center continue.  The public hospital, which is owned by the City of Greenwood and Leflore County, first warned employees in April of potential mass layoffs as […]

Can consolidations fix dysfunctional school districts?

School district consolidation is on the table for state representatives ahead of the 2027 session. Some wonder if consolidation will work as a tool to reduce costs and address districts' leadership struggles.

Mississippi Supreme Court paves way for new murder trial for Tameshia Shelton

In a 6-1 vote Thursday, the Mississippi Supreme Court let stand a state Court of Appeals decision, ordering a new trial for Tameshia Shelton.

Mississippi is among 10 states in federal program to expand sustainable access to mental health care

Mississippi is one of 10 states joining a federal program that funds community mental health centers to expand their services, enabling them to sustainably provide care regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. 

Mississippi small business wins international sustainability award

Bebot Simple Soaps created by Cleveland, Mississippi, resident Ruth “Avvy” Capapas won a Green Product Award from White Lobster, a German sustainability company.