Mississippi Black Woman Desegregated High School—Then Faced Terror and Isolation
Imagery often paints the picture of segregation ending at the school steps, but one woman’s story gives insight into what life was like once the school doors closed. In 1965, history maker Mary Smith-Blackmon was one of three Black students to desegregate Canton High School in Mississippi after transferring from the...
High school swim team surprises beloved custodian with nearly $20,000, new car
Due to serious health problems, the school custodian spent months in the hospital, unable to work and racking up medical bills.
Keesler Federal Credit Union Launches $1 Million Live Your Way Debt Eraser
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Keesler Federal Credit Union officials have announced the credit union is erasing one million dollars in credit card debt. The program is called the $1 Million Live Your Way Debt Eraser. Hundreds of members will receive up to $4,000 in credit card balance payoffs. Winners will be...
Listening To America: Data center bringing economic boom to Madison County
MADISON CO., Miss. (WLBT) - Data centers are popping up around the country at a rapid pace as the artificial intelligence arms race expands. The US is home to the most data centers in the world, and two are under construction in Madison County. Amazon Web Services is building a...
Junior Auxiliary of Rankin County Announces 2026 Scholarship Opportunities to Support Local Students
The Junior Auxiliary of Rankin County is proud to announce its 2026 scholarship opportunities, designed to support and empower high school seniors and students pursuing higher education. Through three distinct scholarship programs, the organization is committed to enhancing the lives of Rankin County students and...
CPSD Board honors Teachers of the Year
The Clinton Public School District’s Board of Trustees recognized the district’s nine Teachers of the Year during their January meeting. Clinton’s District Teacher of the Year is Sumner Hill Junior High School math teacher Dr. Kelly Keith. Pictured (l to r) with Board member Dr. Felicia Gavin...
Richland Senior Center has activities for every senior adult
The Richland Senior Center is a senior-dedicated facility for residents aged fifty-five and older, offering a vibrant hub for social connection, health and recreation. Our purpose is to serve the senior citizens of the City of Richland and surrounding communities by providing daily activities, monthly programs,...
Final week to donate corn for March of the Mayors food drive in Pearl
PEARL – Residents have until Feb. 27 to donate canned corn as part of the March of the Mayors Extra Table Feeds food drive in Pearl. City officials said this is the final week for donations, with canned corn being collected to help support families in need throughout the community.
‘He may very well kill his next victim’: Judge denies bond for man charged...
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A man charged with breaking into multiple vehicles in Madison is now facing a new count in Jackson. On Tuesday, Harold Stiff appeared in Jackson Municipal Court, where he was charged with aggravated assault in connection with beating up a woman on February 4. Judge Jeffrey...
University of Mississippi Medical Center Clinics Remain Closed Nearly a Week After Cyber Attack
University of Mississippi Medical Center clinics will remain closed statewide through Wednesday, Feb. 25, nearly a week after a major ransomware attack devastated operations, including forcing the cancellation of elective surgeries and shuttering clinics statewide. UMMC announced the continued closures on Monday,...
