November 2009

Solutions for state government efficiency have been outlined in a proposal by Mississippi's Lieutenant Governor and an independent commission. As MPB's Carl Gibson reports, the recommendation would impose strict guidelines for state agency funding.

Hundreds of Mississippi residents are filing lawsuits claiming imported Chinese drywall is causing major home repair and health problems. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on this first round of suits.

Thousands of individuals in Mississippi will rely on soup kitchens and charities for their Thanksgiving meal today. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on one free Thanksgiving meal on the Gulf Coast.

Mississippi law enforcement officers are closely monitoring state highways during Holiday travel. As MPB's Carl Gibson reports, drivers are urged to take caution on congested roads.

Most people will gain a few pounds over the holidays from eating larger portions of meals, snacks and candy. Experts says few of those who gain weight manage to lose it once the holidays are over. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports how you can keep the flavor and eat healthy this holiday.

Budget concerns, reduced airline capacity and added charges could mean fewer Mississippian's will travel by air this Thanksgiving holiday. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.

Governor Barbour is proposing the closure of a number of mental health facilities across the state to make up for a budget shortfall. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on what affect that might have on not only mental health patients, but also employees.

Yellow school buses in Mississippi are going green with help from the federal government. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.

Unmanned aerial drones are being called the future of warfare and surveillance. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports, the only fully autonomous aerial vehicles in creation are being built in Mississippi.