WJTV’s Thao Ta shares journey in broadcast at Magnolia Speech School
MADISON, Miss. (WJTV) – WJTV 12 News Morning Anchor Thao Ta made an appearance at Magnolia Speech School on Thursday morning. This week is Community Helpers Week, which is often recognized March 2-5. It’s a great opportunity for students to learn about different professions, and appreciate the various roles that are...
Major updates on MDOT projects in Central Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Commissioner Willie Simmons, chairman of the Mississippi Transportation Commission, announced updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in Central Mississippi. I-220 overlay in Hinds and Madison County The project that consists of removing and replacing the...
Civic Corner: Board of Aldermen Recap
Clinton’s Board of Aldermen opened its February 17, 2026, meeting with Clinton Boy Scout Troop 88 leading the pledge of allegiance to earn merit badges and observe the civic duties of their municipal government in action. The Board heard from Tara Lytal, director of Main Street Clinton. She said...
Pelahatchie High School students serve as pages for MS House
Recently, Sarah Brooks Hopson of Pelahatchie High School paged for the Mississippi House of Representatives. “I’m glad to have the opportunity to page in the Mississippi House of Representatives.” Hopson stated. “Thank you to Representative Steve Massengill for letting me have the chance to page this year. I am...
Thousands left in the dark as storms hit Central Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Thousands of power outages have been reported in Central Mississippi as thunderstorms moved through the area on Saturday. According to Entergy Mississippi, more than 14,000 customers were without power as of 5:15 p.m. on March 7, 2026. The majority of the outages were reported in Hinds,...
Florida A&M Opens SWAC Play with Win Over Jackson State
JACKSON, Miss. — Florida A&M opened Southwestern Athletic Conference play Friday with a strong showing on the road, powering past Jackson State 10-3 in the opener behind a balanced offensive attack before the Tigers answered with a 3-1 win in the second game, leaving the Rattlers with a split to begin league play.
No final decision yet on Pearl River project, Corps clarifies after local announcement
Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. The local sponsor of a long-discussed Pearl River flood control project announced last week that the project would finally be able to move forward with a plan to widen and develop along the river’s banks in Mississippi’s capital city.
Northeast Mississippi Community College officials meet in Jackson to discuss America’s Talent Strategy
Laurie Kesler, director of adult education, and Kim Smith, assistant director at Northeast Mississippi Community College (NEMCC), were in Jackson this week to meet with program directors from across Mississippi to explore the Five Pillars of America’s Talent Strategy, the college said in a social media post. The...
Storms Could Bring Damaging Winds and Flooding to Mississippi
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Jackson, Mississippi – Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to move across Mississippi on Saturday, bringing the potential for damaging winds, hail, and localized flash flooding. According to the...
Jackson, Mississippi Weather Alert: Slight Risk Severe Storms With 60 MPH Wind Today
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Jackson, Mississippi — Severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind and large hail may develop across parts of Mississippi today, prompting a regional weather alert from forecasters. According to...
