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SuperTalk Mississippi News
SuperTalk Mississippi News is a statewide news network that produces and distributes accurate, Mississippi-focused news to more than 45 radio stations across the state.
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SuperTalk Mississippi NewsMississippi Ag commissioner calling for relief on fuel tax
Despite Mississippi Ag Commissioner Andy Gipson expressing gratitude to President Trump for his executive order easing limits on tax-free use of red-dyed…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsPascagoula River Bridge closed after deadly crash in George County
The Pascagoula River Bridge on Highway 26 in George County is closed to all traffic until further notice due to structural damage from a deadly crash on…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsHealth officials encourage regular screenings during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is internationally recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and in Mississippi, healthcare officials are encouraging women to get screened…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsMan who pled guilty to killing a man who was trying to protect someone he cared about sentenced to 30 years
Darrell Stewart, who pleaded guilty to killing a man who was trying to protect someone he cared about, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsTropical system forming in the Gulf forces MSU to change baseball exhibition schedule
A tropical system forming in the Gulf has forced Mississippi State to change its baseball exhibition schedule this weekend.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsAiming to lower costs, Trump signs order extending tax-free use of red-dyed diesel
Monday, President Trump signed an executive order to ease limits on the tax-free use of red-dyed diesel, a decision he says will save millions for farmers and…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsMDOT stays busy with construction, infrastructure projects
MDOT started work on a new $35.2 million Welcome Center along I-10 in Jackson County on September 23. They've also secured a $44 million federal grant to…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsTropical depression forming in the Gulf likely to bring heavy rains to Mississippi this week
It's becoming more likely that a tropical disturbance in the southwestern Gulf of America will become a tropical depression or tropical storm later this week.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsDemocrats upbeat about midterms
Democrats are favored to take control of the House in the midterms, but Republicans could retain control of the Senate.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsWilliam Carey University rises in state and national rankings
William Carey University rose 30 places in Niche.com’s 2027 overall ranking of U.S. colleges and universities, cementing a place in the top fifth of four-year…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsSaints fall to Falcons 45-24 in Superdome anniversary game
Not a good night for the Saints in the Monday night primetime contest commemorating the Caesars Superdome's first game after Hurricane Katrina 20 years ago…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsNickel refinery investing $502 million in Natchez
America’s only Class 1 nickel refinery is investing more than $500 million over five years in Natchez, creating 134 full-time jobs with an average annual…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsEligible Mississippians included in Trump's promised $90 Medicare rebate payments
President Trump says he is sending a one-time payment to more than 20 million Medicare recipients, including eligible enrollees in Mississippi.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsYour Mississippi forecast for Tuesday, October 6
Tuesday will be sunny with highs in the 80s across Mississippi. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/your-mississippi-forecast-for-tuesday-october-6/
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsNickel refinery investing $502M in Natchez / Major retailers opening in Mississippi
Nickel refinery Westwin Elements is investing more than $500 million over five years in Natchez, creating 134 full-time jobs. Plus, it’s a big week for retail…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsBlake Anderson optimistic following Tulane performance, despite 1-3 start
Despite a 1-3 start to Southern Miss head coach Blake Anderson's tenure, he feels the team is in a good place to break through against Troy after their narrow…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsPriscilla Till, civil rights advocate and cousin of Emmett Till, announces bid for Mississippi governor / Train wreck narrowly avoided in Rankin County
After falling short in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate earlier this year, Priscilla Till has thrown her hat in the ring for Mississippi’s governorship…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsMorgan Freeman's Symphonic Blues Experience coming to Gulfport / Lemuria October events
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is partnering with the Mississippi Gulf Coast Symphony to present Morgan Freeman's Symphonic Blues experience later…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsNolan Wells' friends speak out about death threats
Friends of college football player Nolan Wells are speaking out about the death threats they've received after Wells was found dead near Horn Island in July.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsJeff Lebby discusses Kamario Taylor's injury status after exit against Alabama
Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor left the team's game against Alabama early on Saturday. Afterward, head coach Jeff Lebby was asked for an update.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsHernando police officer arrested / Gas prices still high across Mississippi
A Hernando police officer has been placed on administrative leave after being arrested on a child neglect charge. Plus, regular fuel prices across Mississippi…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsHours remain to register to vote in Mississippi’s midterm elections
If you're planning to vote in the November midterms and you haven't registered yet, you're running out of time. MORE INFO…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsDelta Music Institute named a Billboard Top Music Business School for fifth consecutive year
For a fifth consecutive year, The Delta Music Institute (DMI) at Delta State University has been recognized by Billboard magazine as one of the nation's Top…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsOfficials continue to probe the deaths of two Ole Miss students
Investigators continue to probe the deaths of two Ole Miss students that could be linked to synthetic drugs sold at a vape shop near the school's campus.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsThree suspects charged with trafficking fentanyl in Harrison County
The Harrison County Sheriff's Office arrested three individuals on felony charges for trafficking fentanyl after a pursuit in Pass Christian on October 1.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsRansomware attack disrupts some city services in Vicksburg
Some online government services in Vicksburg are unavailable due to a ransomware attack. MORE INFO…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsTropical system could form in the Gulf this week / Suspect charged with a kidnapping in Corinth
The National Hurricane Center reports a disturbance in the southwestern Gulf that could develop into a tropical depression by Thursday or Friday. Plus, A…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsYour Mississippi forecast for Monday, October 5
Monday will be warm and sunny across most of Mississippi, but southern Mississippi will see more showers and thunderstorms. MORE INFO…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsMississippi community colleges refining skills of local employees
Mississippi's community colleges are partnering with major companies to help employees refine their skills.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsEnergy jobs available in Mississippi
Young professionals in Mississippi are encouraged to consider a job in the energy sector. Dr. Bill Ashley, who heads the Mississippi Department of Employment…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsJanus Organization investing $2.1 million in Greenwood / Alleged mobile home arsonist arrested
The company plans to create 13 new jobs in Greenwood that will go toward building gasifiers designed to treat specialty waste streams. Arthur Strong is alleged…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsFugitive wanted for murder in Alabama arrested in Mississippi
A fugitive who was wanted for a murder in Alabama has been arrested in Mississippi.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsU.S. job growth slows in September
Job creation cooled in September, but more people were looking for work.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsCurfew announced for Port Gibson after homecoming football game
The city of Port Gibson will be under a curfew following Friday’s homecoming festivities. MORE INFO…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsOxford police respond to suspected overdose, kratom-like products found at scene
Oxford police responded to a suspected overdose involving a 22-year-old on Thursday morning. The case is not connected to the two student deaths already under…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsMonday is the last day to vote in the November midterms
Monday is the last day to register to vote in the November midterms. You can register by mail, or at your local Circuit Clerk's office.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsRenaissance Euro Fest rescheduled for April
Due to the rainy weather expected this weekend, the Annual Renaissance Euro Fest Classic European Auto and Motorcycle Show has been postponed until April 16-17…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsCoast Transit Authority adjusts bus schedules for Cruisin’ the Coast
Cruisin' the Coast Executive Director Woody Bailey is encouraging visitors to use alternate transportation to get around during the event.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsFormer Mississippi State, Jackson State football player charged with capital murder in Texas
A former Mississippi State and Jackson State football player is facing a capital murder charge in Texas after a double homicide. MORE INFO…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsYour Mississippi forecast for Friday, October 2
Showers and thunderstorms are likely Friday, with locally heavy rainfall in some areas. MORE INFO…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsFormer Mississippi State, Jackson State football player charged with capital murder in Texas
A former Mississippi State and Jackson State football player is facing a capital murder charge in Texas after a double homicide. MORE INFO…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsSouthaven homeowners offered money not to sue SpaceXAI
Homeowners in Southaven are being offered money for their homes, as long as they agree not to sue Elon Musk's SpaceXAI.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsPort Gibson to be under curfew after homecoming football game
The city of Port Gibson will be under a curfew after homecoming festivities on Friday night. Local law enforcement announced that the curfew will be in effect…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsMississippi attorney appointed to federal appeals court / Oxford resident survives apparent overdose
President Donald Trump announced that Todd Butler, partner at Phelps Dunbar, has been nominated to serve on the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. A 22-year-old…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsCommunity colleges helping grow Mississippi's workforce
Itawamba Community College President Dr. Jay Allen weighed in on the workforce development efforts.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsTwo Safe Haven Baby Boxes will be unveiled in Mississippi soon
Mississippi's 11th Safe Haven Baby Box will be unveiled in Senatobia on Friday, and a 12th baby box will be unveiled in Picayune next week.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsAttorneys for friends of Nolan Wells are moving forward with lawsuits
Lawyers for friends of Nolan Wells, who were cleared by a grand jury that unanimously decided not to indict anyone in the death of the Ocean Springs teen, are…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsOle Miss vape store clerks facing federal charges
Two vape store clerks near the Ole Miss campus are charged with possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance.
SuperTalk Mississippi News‘Ghostbusters’ scratch-off coming to Mississippi lottery shelves
State lottery officials are giving players an opportunity to get into the Halloween spirit with a new slate of games in October.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsThe Wildcard round of the MLB playoffs is almost complete
The Wild Card round of the M-L-B playoffs is almost complete, and not without plenty of drama.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsMoss Point man charged with aggravated assault for a shooting in Jackson County
A Moss Point man has been charged with aggravated assault for a shooting in Jackson County on Wednesday afternoon.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsThe most recent extension of the Farm Bill expired on Wednesday
The 2018 Farm Bill has been extended three times, and the current extension expired on Wednesday.
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsHigh prices have voters turning to Democrats as midterms approach
President Trump continues to promise that gas prices will come down after the midterms. But there are signs voters are turning toward Democrats, with 55% of…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsAugust was hottest on record, and Mississippi could tell
The summer of 2026 has solidified itself as the warmest summer on record in the 132 years since experts started tracking the heat in 1895. MORE INFO…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsMississippi to receive more than $770,000 in national baby formula scandal
Wednesday, Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced that a settlement agreement has been reached with Abbott Laboratories. Abbott allegedly sold infant formula…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsYour Mississippi forecast for Thursday, October 1
Expect a mix of sunshine and showers across Mississippi on Thursday. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/your-mississippi-forecast-for-thursday-october-1/
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsBig weekend ahead in Starkville
A big weekend is coming up in Starkville, with No. 7 Alabama heading to town to take on the undefeated Bulldogs, but that isn't the only thing going on.
SuperTalk Mississippi News22 pounds of cocaine found in Gulfport, 2 arrested / August was hottest on record, and Mississippi could tell
Two people were arrested in Gulfport after a traffic stop discovered over 20 pounds of cocaine, plus, summertime is always hot in the South, but it felt a…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsStarkville Derby returning in 2027 with new title sponsor / Annual Pumpkin Adventure returns to Ag Museum in Jackson
The world’s largest weenie dog race will soon return to Starkville — this time with a new title sponsor, plus, from October 7th through 10th, 14th through…
SuperTalk Mississippi NewsJackson man charged with aggravated assault for attacking 3 officers
A Jackson man had to be subdued after assaulting three officers at the Jackson Police headquarters on Tuesday.