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Hospital workers celebrate as COVID-19 patient discharged
A Petal woman who battled COVID-19 at a Hattiesburg hospital was released in style Wednesday.
St. Joseph baseball seniors have special ‘senior night’
The coronavirus outbreak robbed many high school athletes of their senior night, including St. Joesph baseball.
Church members surprise Jackson pastor with parade
Church members of Greater Mount Calvary in Jackson say they really miss their pastor and first lady, so surprised them with a parade during the coronavirus pandemic.
Chicken giveaway at church a big hit
Jackson Revival Center in South Jackson gave away boxes packed with frozen chicken breasts.
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Jackson gas station owner charges $1 per gallon, offers free sandwiches and water
A Jackson gas station owner is giving back to his community during the global pandemic.
Brandon golf club hands out meals to first responders
Law enforcement and families came from around the area to grab lunch to go Saturday.
100th birthday celebration goes on despite coronavirus restrictions
She was born while the Spanish Flu was still wreaking havoc across the world. Now, 100 years later, her birthday celebration was interrupted by COVID-19.
Krispy Kreme offering free donuts to doctors, nurses
Krispy Kreme will be offering free donuts to doctors and nurses every Monday until May.
Clinton mother delivers home-cooked meals to elderly during coronavirus pandemic
A Clinton mother is stepping up to make sure the elderly community gets all the nutrition they need during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Non-profit helps local students ease the price of prom by giving away dresses for free
The non-profit, Couture Cares, held its “Her Prom Closet” event Saturday in Jackson and gave free prom dresses and accessories to students.
Brookhaven truck driver is $20k richer after winning lottery ticket
A Brookhaven truck driver won $20,000 from a Mississippi Lottery scratch off ticket.
Miss. House passes resolution in honor of Deputy Brad Sullivan
The Mississippi House of Representatives have passed a resolution in honor of Deputy Brad Sullivan.
WATCH: JSU basketball sensation ‘Snacks’ shines on TODAY Show
Jackson State viral sensation Thomas “Snacks” Lee made an appearance on TODAY with Hoda & Jenna on Thursday morning.
Make-A-Wish grants trip to Disney World for Meridian boy
A Make-A-Wish celebration party was held Wednesday for a local child who will be going to Disney World over spring break.
Student’s good deed goes viral after donating bonus points to person with lowest grade
Compassion, love and kindness are just three things a Kentucky high school student showed his classmate.
Boy saves up spare change, adopts puppy
Some spare change helped bring a young boy together with a puppy.
Commissioner Brent Bailey & Atmos Energy present check to Jackson Public Schools
Atmos Energy and Public Service Commissioner Brent Bailey made a $5,350 check presentation to Jackson Public Schools.
Mississippi pastor stuns judges on ‘The Voice’
Todd Tilghman, 41, is from Meridian, Mississippi. Todd says with some pressuring from his wife, he decided to audition for The Voice and try something new in life.
Faith-based volunteers lend helping hand to flood victims while sharing words of inspiration
Area flood victims are getting a helping hand from strangers as they clean up their homes after the Pearl River flooding.
MDOT worker helps deliver baby on I-20: ‘They weren’t going to make it to the hospital’
One MDOT employee had quite the eventful Monday morning!
WATCH: 84-year-old Ole Miss fan wins new car with insane golf putt
One Ole Miss fan attended a basketball game this weekend and left with a new car.
St. Jude Dream Home fundraiser helps kids like Jordyn, a gymnast
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital helps children battle terrifying diseases for no cost to their family.
School employees, parents raise money to buy vehicle for Germantown custodian
Robert Reed is the much-loved custodian at Farmington Elementary in Germantown. He loves his job so much, he’s willing to walk miles, literally, to get to work. His colleagues decided it was time to give Robert a lift.
Kroger donates $15,000 to JSU in order to help fight food insecurity on campus
Acting JSU President Thomas Hudson said the partnership with Kroger is just the beginning.
Two Super Bowl LIV champs from Mississippi honored by the state senate
Two local Super Bowl LIV champions were honored Tuesday by the Mississippi Senate.
Cups in Flowood offering free coffee to first responders working the flood
The offer lasts Sunday, the 16th, and Monday, the 17th.
Ridgeland funeral home donating services to family killed in Clinton house fire
A Ridgeland funeral home is donating funeral services and handling arrangements for the Clinton family members tragically killed in a house fire.
24 dogs rescued from Mississippi puppy mill get new foster homes
Last week more than 170 dogs were rescued from a backyard breeder in Tate County, Mississippi. Now 24 of those dogs are recovering with their new foster families thanks to Operation Breathe.
More than 250 guests attend special needs prom sponsored by Tim Tebow Foundation
In Ascension Parish Friday night (Feb. 7), a lot of people got to take part in an unforgettable prom night.
WATCH: Madison officers sing ‘Sweet Caroline’ to girl during high school visit
Madison police officers made a trip to Germantown High School to spend time with the kids there.
Miss. House of Reps honors Alcorn State football team
The Mississippi House of Representatives honored the Alcorn State football team during a session.
Dog battling cancer stars in Super Bowl ad
A dog named Scout being treated for cancer at the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine will be the star of a very special Super Bowl ad.
Volunteers needed for Kid’s Towne Park rebuild in Clinton
The Clinton Parks and Recreation Department is inviting residents to participate in the installation of the new Playground at Kid’s Towne Park on January 25-27 from 8:00 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Reformed gang members working to make a better life for others
Two reformed Gangster Disciples say love can be the key to keeping kids out of a life of crime.
'I am glad God put us in the position to help’: Men save Douglas baby found on highway
"If I would not have stopped and seen on the news that the baby had been killed, I would have been devastated. I am glad God put us in the position to help," Fussell said.
Hinds County emergency crews deliver heart medicine to man blocked by flood
The man was doing well, but his home was surrounded by waters from the Pearl River.
Jackson churches clean illegal tire dumping site on MLK Day of Service
Churches clean illegal tire dumping ground for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Day of Service
WLBT’s Maggie Wade honored at MLK banquet
Thursday night, Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes hosted a birthday celebration for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at Jackson State University.
’Your prayers are being heard’: Warren Strain out of coma, wife says
Madison Alderman and former WLBT reporter Warren Strain is out of his 3-week coma, says his wife Sandra Strain.
Paralyzed S.C. man completes Charleston Marathon, breaks Guinness World Record
He beat the previous world record by almost three hours
School lunch lady saves janitor’s life with kidney donation
"I worked with him all this time," Jeanine Barker said. "I had no clue."
Military mom surprises daughter at Selma elementary school
Kaleigh didn’t expect her mom, who's been in the Middle East for the last six months, home until next month. That changed Thursday with a big surprise!
WWE star Roman Reigns makes Mississippi boy’s wish come true
A Mississippi boy fighting illness received his wish when he met WWE Superstar Roman Reigns last week.
96-year-old veteran makes strides across coast
You’re never too old to learn, or in 96-year-old Ernie Andrus’s case, to travel thousands of miles on foot.
President Trump sends ‘best wishes’ to Deputy Brad Sullivan as he continues to recover
The love and support is still pouring in for Deputy Brad Sullivan.
A man’s phone has been returned after he dropped it in the Reservoir 3 years ago
Three years ago, Steven Duty dropped his phone into the Reservoir while bass fishing. It was finally found last Sunday.
’There’s still good people out here:’ man’s wallet returned with $2,500 after he loses it in Walmart lot
Man calls it a Christmas miracle when his lost wallet with $2,500 is returned.
Pine Belt teen with heart condition reads Christmas cards
Christmas cards are all one Pine Belt teenager asked for this Christmas.
Hinds County Constables surprise disabled vet with early Christmas gift
A disabled veteran from Jackson was given an unexpected holiday surprise.
South Mississippi girl walks the ‘blue carpet’ at Star Wars premiere
The stars aligned last week for Addisyn Richards, who was invited to Hollywood to attend the world premiere of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
Mississippi Strong: MBI agent wounded in fatal shooting grows ministry in fallen agent’s honor
Almost four years after a fatal standoff in Tishomingo County, the memory of a fallen agent and the grace of God are powering a ministry started by an MBI agent.
WATCH: Michael Thomas hands out toys at Ochsner Hospital for Children
Michael Thomas broke the NFL single-season receiving record Sunday and today he was amazing fans at the Ochsner children’s hospital.
Shaggy’s donates $5K to help feed hungry children
A local restaurant is working to keep hungry children fed during the holidays.
Mississippi student gifts entire school with new Bibles for Christmas
Through donations and after raising nearly $2,000, Tripp had enough Bibles for his entire school.
High school dropout graduates top of his class from Challenge Academy
Saturday was Graduation Day for Camp Shelby cadets, who went through a 22-week program where they got their high school equivalency diplomas.
Hattiesburg woman wins car
Christmas will be a little brighter for one lucky woman thanks to a Pine Belt car dealership.
18 months after being shot in the head, Brookhaven boy gets prosthetic skull
A boy who was shot in the head a year and a half ago underwent surgery Wednesday to put in a prosthetic skull.
U.S. Marshals ‘tickled to death’ about Blair E. Batson toy drive
U.S. Marshals spent a day at Batson getting to know the kids. Their inaugural toy drive ends Friday.
School custodian who relied on JATRAN to get to work given new car for Christmas
In the spirit of the holidays, a parent surprised a JPS worker with a memorable gift!
Support local charities on this Giving Tuesday
The global generosity movement was created in 2012 as a day that encourages people to do good.
Pearl couple talks ‘good neighbors’ on Kelly Clarkson Show after proposal
A Pearl couple is back on the Kelly Clarkson Show to share their story about their neighbors.
MISSISSIPPI STRONG: Local family turns heartbreak into happiness in memory of loved one lost to cancer
A local family has turned heartbreak into a happiness for dozens of children battling cancer.