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Vicksburg remembers beloved ‘Downtown Eddie,’ homeless man considered friend to many

James Edward Wilson Jr. or better known as “Downtown Eddie,” or just “Eddie,” died Tuesday. Read more

State/National News

Human finger found inside large snapping turtle in Louisiana parish

The St. Tammany Parish Office has launched an investigation after the discovery of a human finger inside an alligator ... Read more

Opinion

Digital world fast becoming our only world

The longer it’s around, the more it appears social media has the wrong name. It’s really antisocial media. ... Read more

State/National News

Tulane study: Pediatricians say no to spanking

A Tulane University study reports that three out of four pediatricians don't approve of spanking children for corrective ... Read more

Opinion Columnists

Candidates whistling through political graveyard

Both here in Mississippi and nationally, congressional candidates are making no mention of the serious challenges faced by ... Read more

State/National News

155th Armored Brigade Combat Team earns honor before send off

The 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team received the official Navy Unit Commendation while in Fort Bliss, Texas, last ... Read more

State/National News

Southwest Mississippi native, ordained minister publishes book

VICKSBURG — A Vicksburg native who is now an ordained minister, has published a book to help people ... Read more

State/National News

Vicksburg installs cameras as tool in fight against crime

Criminals beware. The city of Vicksburg has its eyes on you. Read more

State/National News

GOP chapter turns up heat for congressional debate; Candidate insists he will not attend

By Mississippi Today JACKSON — The Hinds County Republican Party announced on Monday they will host a debate ... Read more

Opinion

Gun ruling includes history lesson

A Mississippi Supreme Court decision about guns in courthouses provided different perspectives from several justices, including a history ... Read more