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Brett Montague & Dr. Graham Bodie From left: Brett Montague and Graham D. Bodie Arguably the most freedom-ringing document in history, the Declaration of Independence concludes with a pledge of mutual obligation: “we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.” As we reflect on America at 250, one idea keeps returning to us: true patriotism is not tribal. Real independence requires working together despite, and sometimes because of, our differences. On Jul

By Bob Garver Poster credit IMDB Krypto the Superdog isn’t very cute in “Supergirl.” I understand that the way the pup was rendered for this film involved taking a real dog (who probably was very cute) and slathering CGI all over his likeness. The result is a dog whose face looks unnatural and with whom I couldn’t connect during emotional scenes. You know your Super-whatever movie is in trouble when you can’t make a character like Krypto loveable. Krypto’s o

Send responses to: andybowman839@gmail.com Fireworks at home on the fourth of July? Almost a given in a large percentage of American homes on that day. If you think that getting fireworks from your local roadside seller is just too expensive? Well, they are nothing compared to the real home-made variety - explosive family arguments. The actual cost of the fireworks we create and ignite at home is astronomical, and most of us don’t even realize it. Here is a version of a typical American...

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) -School will soon be back in session, and the Mississippi State Department of Health is reminding parents that there is a faster way to obtain needed records. Parents or legal guardians can purchase their children’s birth certificate online at www dot vital check dot com. Parents can also purchase the document by mail or phone. In the...

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - A Mississippi district attorney has resigned and changed his plea to guilty in a bribery scheme that ensnared other officials in the state's capital city, including Jackson's former mayor. Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens was indicted in November 2024 after [...]

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By Jessica Breazeale Pitcher Plant I first learned of this predatory plant when one was for sale at the Garden Club booth during Wesson Founder’s Day several years ago. I was so intrigued that I’d never heard of this plant and that it could look so otherworldly. This is a carnivorous plant that attracts small bugs, luring them in with its sweet fragrance, sugary nectar, and bright colors. Once the small insects get inside, they can’t get out because of the plant’s sticky substance. These

America250 Mississippi is proud to be represented at the Great American State Fair with an immersive Mississippi Pavilion on the National Mall from June 25 through July 10, inviting visitors from across the country to discover the people, culture, history, and innovation that have helped shape the American story. As part of the nationwide America250 celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Mississippi Pavilion offers an engaging...

Police in Jackson, Mississippi, investigate a triple homicide on Saturday, June 28, 2026. (Jackson Police Department)(JACKSON, Miss) -- Police in Miss...

By Eddie Smith, MSU Extension Service It’s summer, and we’re celebrating a historic milestone -- the 250th birthday of the United States of America. As families and friends gather for Fourth of July fireworks, food and lots of fun, consider bringing the patriotic spirit into your garden all year long. Gardens often serve as beautiful backdrops for those special moments in our lives. Using bold shades of red, white and blue flowers is one way to honor our country’s independence. With hundre