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“People think they have to go far to experience something new, but Mississippi has incredible stories to share, too.”
Jane Halbert Jones once invited three strangers to join her at a packed Parisian café, guided by an instinct she learned in Mississippi, where hospitality isn’t simply performative. It’s personal.
“I’m constantly showing our Mississippi hospitality,” says Jones.
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2 months 4 weeks ago
“People think they have to go far to experience something new, but Mississippi has incredible stories to share, too.”
Jane Halbert Jones once invited three strangers to join her at a packed Parisian café, guided by an instinct she learned in Mississippi, where hospitality isn’t simply performative. It’s personal.
“I’m constantly showing our Mississippi hospitality,” says Jones.
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2 months 4 weeks ago
Below is an opinion column by Russ Latino:
Americans have become a nation of perpetual whiners that imagine themselves as cosmic victims, despite being alive in the softest, most opulent time in human history. We should knock that crap off. Happy New Year.
By Russ Latino - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 4 weeks ago
Below is an opinion column by Russ Latino:
Americans have become a nation of perpetual whiners that imagine themselves as cosmic victims, despite being alive in the softest, most opulent time in human history. We should knock that crap off. Happy New Year.
By Russ Latino - Magnolia Tribune on
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Nancy Carpenter poses for a portrait during the Our American Story event at the Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson, Miss., on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. The national tour, organized by America250, aims to collect stories from people across the country as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today
For the next year, Mississippi will take part in America250, a variety of projects, initiatives and programming aimed at unifying Americans while venerating the country’s history, culture and ideas in celebration of the country’s upcoming 250th birthday.
Nancy Carpenter, America250 Mississippi’s development director, said that these celebrations are open to every American, regardless of their background or beliefs.
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Funeral homes may submit obituaries to obits@hubcityspokes.com. Death notices are printed free of charge; obituaries with photos and detailed information will incur a charge. For assistance, call (601)-268-2331.
Elvana Delores “Lorsey” Bolin (63) of Lumberton passed away on December 21, 2025. Moore Funeral Service handled the arrangements.
John A. Butler (85) of Petal passed away on December 20, 2025. Moore Funeral Service handled the arrangements.
Glenn A. Clinton, Sr. (84) of Hattiesburg passed away on December 26, 2025. Moore Funeral Service handled the arrangements.
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2 months 4 weeks ago
Funeral homes may submit obituaries to obits@hubcityspokes.com. Death notices are printed free of charge; obituaries with photos and detailed information will incur a charge. For assistance, call (601)-268-2331.
Elvana Delores “Lorsey” Bolin (63) of Lumberton passed away on December 21, 2025. Moore Funeral Service handled the arrangements.
John A. Butler (85) of Petal passed away on December 20, 2025. Moore Funeral Service handled the arrangements.
Glenn A. Clinton, Sr. (84) of Hattiesburg passed away on December 26, 2025. Moore Funeral Service handled the arrangements.
By Staff reports on
2 months 4 weeks ago
Funeral homes may submit obituaries to obits@hubcityspokes.com. Death notices are printed free of charge; obituaries with photos and detailed information will incur a charge. For assistance, call (601)-268-2331.
Elvana Delores “Lorsey” Bolin (63) of Lumberton passed away on December 21, 2025. Moore Funeral Service handled the arrangements.
John A. Butler (85) of Petal passed away on December 20, 2025. Moore Funeral Service handled the arrangements.
Glenn A. Clinton, Sr. (84) of Hattiesburg passed away on December 26, 2025. Moore Funeral Service handled the arrangements.
By Staff reports on
2 months 4 weeks ago
When the Mississippi Legislature reconvenes in the Capitol’s marbled halls in January, one voice will scarcely be heard: constituents’.
Citizens and advocates are occasionally invited by lawmakers to speak at the Capitol. But unlike some other statehouses in the U.S., there are no formal opportunities for constituents in Mississippi to provide public comment or testimony in committee hearings, remotely or in writing.
By Gwen Dilworth - Mississippi Today on
2 months 4 weeks ago
Eating healthy requires an intentional effort, and without much effort, it’s easy to find resources and initiatives around the state to help consumers make informed choices about their food and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
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2 months 4 weeks ago
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Authorities are investigating a death reported just after midnight involving a gunshot wound, according to Choctaw County officials.
The Weir Police Department and the Choctaw County Sheriff’s Office are jointly investigating the incident.
Choctaw County Coroner Chris Coleman said a 19-year-old male was transported to Choctaw Regional Medical Center after suffering a gunshot wound. Coleman said he was called to the hospital’s emergency room shortly after midnight, around 12 a.m.
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from staff reports
Authorities are investigating a death reported just after midnight involving a gunshot wound, according to Choctaw County officials.
The Weir Police Department and the Choctaw County Sheriff’s Office are jointly investigating the incident.
Choctaw County Coroner Chris Coleman said a 19-year-old male was transported to Choctaw Regional Medical Center after suffering a gunshot wound. Coleman said he was called to the hospital’s emergency room shortly after midnight, around 12 a.m.
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from staff reports
Authorities are investigating a death reported just after midnight involving a gunshot wound, according to Choctaw County officials.
The Weir Police Department and the Choctaw County Sheriff’s Office are jointly investigating the incident.
Choctaw County Coroner Chris Coleman said a 19-year-old male was transported to Choctaw Regional Medical Center after suffering a gunshot wound. Coleman said he was called to the hospital’s emergency room shortly after midnight, around 12 a.m.
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Jail dockets for Forrest and Lamar counties are provided to the Pine Belt News as a public records service. Arrest records are current for the week prior to publication.
Hattiesburg Police:
Jameer La’Trelle Arrington- stolen firearm (first offense)
Jeremy Boothe- domestic violence (simple assault)
Justin Forrest Burton- disturbing public peace (public place), drunkenness or profanity in public place, malicious mischief (value < $1,000)
Rodney Cooper- DUI (first offense)
Christopher Dabney, Jr.- armed robbery, criminal street gang activity
By Staff reports on
2 months 4 weeks ago
Jail dockets for Forrest and Lamar counties are provided to the Pine Belt News as a public records service. Arrest records are current for the week prior to publication.
Hattiesburg Police:
Jameer La’Trelle Arrington- stolen firearm (first offense)
Jeremy Boothe- domestic violence (simple assault)
Justin Forrest Burton- disturbing public peace (public place), drunkenness or profanity in public place, malicious mischief (value < $1,000)
Rodney Cooper- DUI (first offense)
Christopher Dabney, Jr.- armed robbery, criminal street gang activity
By Staff reports on
2 months 4 weeks ago
Jail dockets for Forrest and Lamar counties are provided to the Pine Belt News as a public records service. Arrest records are current for the week prior to publication.
Hattiesburg Police:
Jameer La’Trelle Arrington- stolen firearm (first offense)
Jeremy Boothe- domestic violence (simple assault)
Justin Forrest Burton- disturbing public peace (public place), drunkenness or profanity in public place, malicious mischief (value < $1,000)
Rodney Cooper- DUI (first offense)
Christopher Dabney, Jr.- armed robbery, criminal street gang activity
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3 months ago
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Winston County man keeps sugarcane syrup tradition alive while raising funds for St. Jude
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