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Corinth School District reports positive COVID-19 test during first week of school
District officials say contact tracing has been done at the school, and they’ve notified anyone who’s been in close contact with the person who test positive.
In spite of COVID-19 woes, some still dream of being nurses
“Treating COVID patients, I’ve never done it, I’m not qualified to do it, but listening to those who have it’s an extremely challenging and exhausting process,” said Gov. Tate Reeves.
Gov. Reeves responds to Mississippi’s high positivity rate; Half of state now under mask mandate
More than 21 percent of Mississippi's COVID-19 tests are coming back positive.
8 counties added to governor’s mask mandate
On Thursday, Mississippi State Department of Health reported a new record-high of 1,775 cases and 48 deaths in one day.
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Third infant with COVID-19 dies in Alabama
The death of an infant in June may have been a result of COVID-19.
Gov. Reeves announces effort to offer broadband internet to ‘underserved areas'
“Everyone in Mississippi doesn’t have strong, positive internet access they may need to get a good, quality education while staying at home,” Gov. Reeves said.
Brookhaven mayor released from hospital after battle with COVID-19
Cox was admitted the the ICU just over a week ago after he tested positive for the virus.
Dr. Dobbs looking into claims of untested people being told they have COVID-19
Dr. Dobbs said they are looking into an incident which a man said he was told he had tested positive for the virus when he was never even tested.
Tupelo city hall employee dies from COVID-19
Mayor Jason Shelton announced Terri Blissard, the city’s grant writer, died at the hospital Saturday.
Parents react to school re-entry recommendations made by Mississippi physicians
The release suggested guidelines for re-opening schools in the fall.
Doctors say recovered COVID-19 patients can help by donating plasma
COVID-19 may improve faster if they receive plasma from someone who has recovered.
Coronavirus deaths: Funeral homes prepare as outbreak continues
The funeral home handles more than 500 services every year.
Moss Point business owner gives away more than 1,000 masks
Robert Amerson said he is one small business owner with a big heart to protect his community and to answer his question, he’s given out more than one thousand free masks.
23 South Miss. long-term care facilities report COVID-19 cases in residents, staff
In total, there were 111 employee cases, 151 resident cases and 13 resident deaths related to COVID-19 reported in 23 LTC facilities across the six southern counties.
Gov. Reeves adds 6 counties to mask mandate, tightens restrictions for bars
With another 1,610 cases reported Friday, the Mississippi Department of Health continues to report increasingly higher case totals.
Miss. Department of Health holds COVID-19 virtual meeting for Hispanic community
Hispanics make up a small portion of Mississippi’s population. Even so, they have seen a significant impact from the coronavirus.
Yazoo City Interim Police Chief tests positive for COVID-19
Interim Chief Jay Winstead has been quarantining at home.
Mississippi looks ahead to possible contingency plans if hospitals run out of options to expand capacity
Hospitals continue to fill up and contingency plans that once didn't seem needed will more than likely become reality.
Gov. Reeves on COVID-19 deaths: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’
With nearly another 1,000 cases reported Thursday, the case count in Mississippi continues to rise at a rate that is alarming to top health officials.
Hospital Assoc.: Miss. has ‘utterly failed’ to contain coronavirus
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves is discussing the outbreak of COVID-19 in the state.
At least 3 Mississippi officers have been lost to CoViD-19, highlighting worries for first responders
The departments have all pushed for full line of duty honors for their fallen, and all three are listed on the Officer Down Memorial Page.
Akron Children’s Hospital treats about 20 kids for ‘COVID Toes', officials say
Dr. Spalding said the redness and swelling lasts no more than eight weeks.
Cremations on rise as pandemic impacts funerals
Funeral homes say they are receiving more requests for cremations as the coronavirus pandemic restricts families on the type of funerals they can have.
Mississippi redoubles efforts to manage hospital capacity amid rising COVID-19 cases
Hospitals try to create more space for ICU patients amid challenges of balancing COVID-19 and other usual healthcare concerns.
Dr. Dobbs: There is no ‘goosing’ of the numbers related to coronavirus deaths in Miss.
“The people who are dying of coronavirus are dying of coronavirus.”
Forrest General sees rise in COVID-19 hospitalizations
Forrest General Hospital has about 40 to 50 people a day in the hospital with COVID-19.
Gov. Reeves says risk of not going back to school greater than alternative
Cases in the Magnolia State continue to spike, with more than 1,000 new cases reported again Friday.
Brookhaven Mayor admitted to ICU for COVID-19
Mayor Joe Cox was among the many elected officials who tested positive for COVID-19 during the previous weeks.
Local music venues among many nationally in jeopardy
Arden Barnett says 80-90 percent of around 2,000 venues in jeopardy nationally could shut down in the next four to six months.
Inside UMMC’s COVID units, emotional toll weighs on health care workers as state’s hospital system struggles
Statewide, COVID-related hospitalizations have increased to all-time highs each day since July 8
White House COVID-19 Task Force Coordinator Dr. Birx meets with Mississippi leaders
Coronavirus conversations continued at the Governor's mansion Wednesday as leaders were joined by Dr. Deborah Birx.
McConnell urges use of face masks, has ‘total’ confidence in Fauci
Mitch McConnell was in Shelbyville on Wednesday, speaking with reporters and thanking frontline health care workers.
Reeves remains adamant against statewide mask mandate
As cases continue to spike in Mississippi, more than 1,000 new cases were reported Wednesday.
8 test positive for COVID-19 at Henley-Young Juvenile Justice Center
Hinds County officials say eight people have tested positive for COVID-19 at Henley-Young Juvenile Justice Center.
New COVID-19 testing site in Jackson
The testing site will be offered at the Walgreens located at 3445 Terry Road.
Miss. State Medical Association calls for statewide mask mandate but Governor sticks with current plan
Mississippi's state medical association says masks should be required if the state is going to be able to treat hospital patients. But Governor Tate Reeves thinks targeting hotspot counties is the more effective approach.
Gov. Reeves announces COVID-19 Emergency Relief Program
Cases continue to spike across the Magnolia State, with more than 800 new cases reported Tuesday.
Medical association calls for statewide mask mandate
The Mississippi State Medical Association wants a statewide mask mandate to be issued.
Pearl Public School District addresses reopening questions from parents at board meeting
“They had questions obviously about what the start of the year would be like, and hopefully we answered those to the best of our ability,” said Superintendent Ray Morgigno.
Myth busting: Mississippi leaders work to dispel COVID-19 rumors
Governor Tate Reeves and Dr. Thomas Dobbs explain the reasoning behind trusting the facts and not discounting trusted information regarding COVID-19.
Dr. Dobbs plays ‘mythbusters’ at coronavirus briefing, sets record straight on testing procedures
Gov. Reeves said right now is the worst it has been in terms of COVID-19 spread in Mississippi.
Back to school? Jackson grandmother concerned with potential reopening plans for fear of COVID-19
The JPS website says they are creating virtual and hybrid options.
Coast group sees increased demand for masks, including clear face masks
One group on the Coast is working to make hundreds of them for educators.
Pine Belt doctor spent time caring for ICU patients in NYC during COVID-19’s infancy
Dr. Leader was placed in the Javits Center which was transformed into a mobile health unit.
Restrictions, mask requirements in 13 Miss. counties goes into effect Monday
In recent days, the concern from top health officials on COVID-19 has become more dire.
Coast woman urges people to wear a mask after losing grandmother to COVID-19
Her mom is working to recover from COVID. Her grandmother just died from it. This Coast woman is asking people to take the warnings seriously so their families don't endure the same.
Residents of counties with tighter restrictions have mixed views
“If you’re not being safe for yourself, be courteous and be safe for someone else,” Target shopper Wanda Zambrano said.
Mississippi hospitals are filling up and doctors say they need the public’s help
State doctors say things are getting worse and the hospitals are running out of room.
Madison Co. Schools plans for in-person return in fall
Madison County Schools is preparing for an in-person return for students this fall.
New COVID-19 study: Reduced death rates, ventilator requirements and hospital stays
Two over-the-counter drugs used in COVID-19 patients for inpatient study show success.
Gov. Reeves: 100% committed to reopening schools this fall
Health officials in the state are concerned over the recent spike in cases and the potential to devastate the state’s health care system.
The message gets more ominous as record-high coronavirus deaths announced Tuesday
“You can’t put a lot of people together in the middle of the worst pandemic in the century and expect nothing bad to happen,” said State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs.
Lawmakers reflect on COVID-19 risks as 8 test positive
State lawmakers say they knew the risks were there as they watched some colleagues not wear masks inside the State Capitol.
As the pandemic lingers are Mississippians willing to take a COVID-19 vaccine?
According to medical experts, a COVID-19 vaccine could be possible by early next year.
Due to COVID spike, these Miss. counties are now limiting elective surgeries
Dobbs called this a ‘fluid situation’ and said additional counties may be added as coronavirus cases continue to rise.
Lt. Gov. Hosemann tests positive for COVID-19
Hosemann is self-quarantining and working at home.
Gov. tests negative for COVID-19 after positive tests within House
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves says he and his family tested negative for COVID-19.
Lawmakers react to news of multiple COVID-19 cases at State Capitol
Multiple lawmakers test positive for COVID-19 less than a week after leaving the Capitol.
Gov. Reeves doubles down on COVID-19 blame, says media ‘ignored virus’ during protests
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves says he is isolating as he awaits the results of his COVID-19 test.
Brookhaven mayor tests positive for coronavirus
Starting Monday, July 6th, the office of the Mayor, City Clerk, and Building Inspector will be temporarily closed and all employees in those offices will be tested for COVID-19.
Mid-South states added to Chicago’s emergency travel order
Chicago is ordering travelers from 15 states, including the Mid-South, to quarantine for 14 days upon arriving to the city in an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
Hate it or love it: Shortage of coins due to coronavirus
A nationwide coin shortage is impacting people and businesses in many parts of the country.