May 2013 Archive

Today marks one year since the nation’s worst oil spill threatened the marine life and livelihood of the Gulf Coast. MPB’s Rhonda Miller reports state and business leaders in Mississippi say they’re still struggling to erase the perception of tainted seafood. 

The Governor is expected to ask the federal government for assistance today. That's following Friday's deadly tornado outbreak which severely damaged or destroyed more than 300 homes in Mississippi. MPB's Daniel Cherry reports on FEMA's damage assessment 

Hundreds of Mississippi workers walked into the golden arches looking for more than a burger and a coke. With Mississippi unemployment over 10-percent, MPB's Jeffrey Hess reports that they were looking for one of 50-thousand jobs McDonalds is hoping to fill nationwide. 

One year after the BP oil spill, the National Institutes of Health has launched a10-year study to look at the health impact of oil and dispersants. MPB's Rhonda Miller reports some in Mississippi say studies are good, but they’re sick from the oil spill now, and they’d like to have proper medical treatment

Victims are picking up the pieces and trying to return to their lives after a deadly outbreak of storms devastated parts of Mississippi. MPB's Daniel Cherry reports on cleanup efforts and what those affected can do to get back on their feet.

According to the Department of Justice, one out of four kids will be bullied every month. MPB's Jeffrey Hess reports on how Mississippi school leaders are learning about bullying and what they are doing to stop it.

Images of pointed white hoods and cross burnings in Mississippi are not from decades ago. MPB’s Rhonda Miller reports a photo exhibit opening April 18 at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg is making some people nervous.

More than 72 percent of adolescents in Mississippi have reported trying alcohol. MPB's Daniel Cherry reports how some anti drinking groups are trying lure children from the temptation to drink.

Mississippi Community colleges are preparing to spend their share of a massive bond bill approved by the state legislature this year. MPB's Jeffrey Hess reports on how the 15 colleges are splitting 25 million dollars.

Last year Mississippi had nearly 30 thousand cases of sexually transmitted diseases. MPB's Daniel Cherry reports on the disproportionately high rates among minorities.

Mississippi's Attorney General is demanding all the documents from the Gulf Coast Claims Facility to make sure claims are being paid out fairly. MPB's Jeffrey Hess reports there is an increasingly heated back and forth between the AG and the oil spill fund administrator.

Dozens of Mississippi men strap on high heel shoes to raise awareness of violence against women. MPB's Jeffrey Hess reports from the 'Walk a mile in her shoes' campaign.

Nesting birds and tourists are slowing down the oil spill clean-up along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. MPB’s Rhonda Miller reports the Coast Guard says it’s all part of the long-term plan.

The Mississippi Supreme Court now has its newest addition. MPB's Daniel Cherry reports on the investiture of Justice Leslie King to the state high court.

As Mississippi tourist season moves into high gear, the safety of Gulf seafood is a top priority. MPB’s Rhonda Miller reports NOAA officials opened the doors of seafood testing labs in Pascagoula to show the media the safety procedures in place.