Mississippi Delta Report

A strong cold front has caused a widespread freeze, damaging unprotected plants and early fruit crops, according to weather officials.

The Panola County Sheriff’s Office encourages residents to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day responsibly and plan for safe transportation.

A cold front will cause temperatures to plummet, leading to a freeze that could damage early season crops and vegetation.

MDCC and Mississippi University for Women have partnered to create a new pathway allowing students to earn an associate, bachelor’s, and possibly an MBA in five years.

The Hinds County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for its 2026 Citizens Academy, scheduled for April 6-13 at the Mississippi Natural Science Museum in Jackson.

The Hinds County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for its 2026 Citizens Academy, scheduled for April 6-13 at the Mississippi Natural Science Museum.

The Mississippi Outdoors crew explores two popular squirrel hunting methods at Yockanookany Wildlife Management Area, highlighting the area’s abundant grey squirrel population.

Fisheries staff from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks recently applied agricultural lime at Lake Monroe to support aquatic health.

Students can still enroll in more than 25 online courses for the spring session, including composition, anatomy, and sociology classes.

The severe weather threat has passed, but gusty winds are expected to continue through the afternoon, officials say.