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Local Family Physician Passes: Dr. James W. 'Bill' Pressler (1929-2026)News
Dr. James W. 'Bill' Pressler passed away on March 15, 2026. He was 96 years old. Bill was born December 18, 1929, in Port Arthur, Texas, the son of Alton Henry Pressler and Annette Smith Pressler. Bill graduated from...
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Bower Foundation Makes $10 Million Gift to UMMC Cancer Center and Research InstituteNews
The Bower Foundation has made the largest single gift in its history, a transformative $10 million investment in It's About Time: The Campaign for the UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute. The $125 million...
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UMMC Closes Clinics Wednesday, Activates Triage Phone LineHeadline News
University of Mississippi Medical Center clinics will remain closed through Wednesday as work to ensure a safe network environment continues following last week's cyberattack. The UMMC Triage Line has been established...
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Doug Elarton's Surprise 90th Birthday PartyNews
Friends and family gathered at the Osyka Fire Department house Sunday afternoon to surprise Doug Elarton with a party celebrating his 90th birthday. His daughters — Darenda Jones, Nancy Morris and Jackie Gill — were...
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Dr. Lampton Reappointed to Mississippi State Board of HealthHeadline News
Gov. Tate Reeves has appointed Lucius M. 'Luke' Lampton, MD, of Magnolia, to a six-year term on the Mississippi State Board of Health. He has served on the Board since 2006 and is currently its Chairman. The...
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Governor Reeves Requests Major Disaster Declaration for Counties Impacted by Severe Winter StormsNews Political
Governor Tate Reeves today announced that he has requested a Major Disaster Declaration for multiple counties impacted by the severe winter storms that swept across the state from January 23–27, 2026. This includes a...
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Rejoice Dance Academy to Present 'Scooter Mouse & The Teddy Bears' BalletHeadline News
Rejoice Dance Academy of McComb, directed by Kristi Draut, will present the ballet of Scooter Mouse and the Teddy Bears on February 10, 2026, at 12:00 P.M., at the Walthall County Library for members of the Walthall...
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SNAP Replacement Benefits Available for Those Affected by Winter StormNews
The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) reminds SNAP recipients who experienced a power outage over four (4) hours due to Winter Storm Fern on January 24, 2026, to apply for SNAP replacement benefits....
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UMMC Neuroscience ICU Receives National Beacon Award for Nursing ExcellenceNews
The Neuroscience ICU at the University of Mississippi Medical Center has been recognized with the Beacon Award for Excellence — silver level — by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses. This prestigious...
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MSDH Issues Winter Safety Tips from Falls, Carbon Monoxide and FiresHeadline News
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is cautioning residents to remain weather alert as we continue to thaw from this week's ice storm. Icy precipitation may no longer be falling, but with sub-freezing...
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Mississippi Department of Mental Health Recognizes Maternal Health Awareness DayNews
January 23 marks Maternal Health Awareness Day, and the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) is supporting the cause by drawing attention to the importance of maternal mental health, including postpartum...
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Mississippians Should Continue Precautions Against Flu, UMMC Physician SaysNews
As influenza cases rise across the country this season, some headlines have begun referring to a so-called "super flu." While the term isn't a medical diagnosis, it reflects what clinicians are seeing in some...
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MSDH Raises Awareness of Human TraffickingNews
More than 300 victims of human trafficking were reported in Mississippi in 2024, and most involved sex trafficking. During January, recognized nationally as Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the Mississippi State...
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Boat Ramp Closure at Percy Quin State ParkHeadline News
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) wants to inform boaters of a boat ramp closure at Percy Quin State Park in McComb, Mississippi. Due to recent flooding, aquatic vegetation has...
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Governor Reeves Grants Executive Clemency for Second Time Since Taking OfficeNews Political
Governor Tate Reeves today signed Executive Order 1591 which grants executive clemency to Maurice Taylor, who was illegally sentenced to 20 years in prison, with five years suspended. This is the second time Governor...
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GLP-1 Drugs Among an Array of Tools to Manage Weight GoalsNews
Drugs initially approved for diabetes are now an accepted part of fighting obesity and could soon become cheaper for eligible patients. Still, experts stress the multifaceted meds are but one piece of a larger puzzle...
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MDWFP Law Enforcement Officer Cadets GraduateNews
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) recently celebrated the graduation of the 2025 Conservation Officer Cadet Class. These officers will now be assigned throughout the state to further...
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MSDH Releases Top Baby Names of 2025News
James and Amelia were the most popular names in the state for baby boys and girls born in 2025, respectively, according to the Mississippi State Department of Health's Office of Vital Records and Public Health...
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Governor Reeves Announces Mississippi Awarded Nearly $206 Million to Strengthen Healthcare in Rural CommunitiesHeadline News Political
Governor Tate Reeves today announced the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has awarded Mississippi $205,907,220 through the Rural Health Transformation Program to strengthen healthcare in rural communities...
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Dr. Trelles Glenn Case Piano Performance Scholarship Endowment Established at University of Southern MississippiNews
Page A6 Thursday, December 25, 2025 MAGNOLIA GAZETTE The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) School of Music proudly announces the establishment of the Dr. Trelles Glenn Case Piano Performance Scholarship...
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Mississippi Wild Turkey Stamp Available for Purchase SoonNews
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) wants to inform the public of information regarding the new Wild Turkey Stamp. Beginning January 15, 2026, hunters in Mississippi will be able to...
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Santa's Reindeer Cleared for Christmas Eve Visit to MississippiNews
The Mississippi Board of Animal Health (MBAH) has approved a certificate of veterinary inspection for Santa Claus of the North Pole, authorizing his famous reindeer to enter Mississippi on Christmas Eve, December 24,...
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Medicaid Expansion Still Stalled as Mississippi Enters 2026 SessionNews Political
Potential expansion of Mississippi’s Medicaid program looks no brighter for 2026 than it did in Gov. Tate Reeves’s previous five years as the state’s chief elected official. There’s a seeming lack of buzz around...
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South Pike Jr. High Cheerleaders Spread Holiday CheerNews
SOUTH PIKE JUNIOR HIGH CHEERLEADERS SPREAD HOLIDAY CHEER SOUTH PIKE JR. HIGH CHEERLEADERS SPREAD HOLIDAY CHEER--- The South Pike Jr. High cheerleaders visited two local nursing homes—McComb Nursing & Rehabilitation...
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