By Bonnie Coblentz, MSU Extension Service The South’s natural background music of the summer will start as soon as cicadas, known for their loud songs, emerge across parts of the state. Blake Layton, entomologist with the Mississippi State University Extension Service, said Mississippi is home to at least 24 types of cicadas. These are classified…

Throughout April, the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce will be sharing educational information through promotional channels to inform and encourage the public to utilize native plants. “The drought took a toll on many Mississippians’ plants – both on farms and in Mississippian’s yards – this past year. This Native Plant Month, consider the benefits…

A major cleanup push is set, and Crystal Springs residents are encouraged to gather any bulk waste and bring it to the parking lot behind First Baptist Church between 8 a.m. and noon, April 6. Dumpsters will be in place for large items that do not qualify for regular garbage pickup, as well as a…

Mississippi Public Broadcast recently launched “10 Minute Timeout,” the new mini-podcast highlighting the state’s sports stories, teams, athletes, and programs. Hosted by Lacey Alexander, the show features one-on-one interviews with influential playmakers, focusing on what makes Mississippi one of the nation’s best when it comes to athletics.  Last week’s episode profiles Mississippi State University’s women’s…

MDWFP’s Mississippi Museum of Natural Science invites visitors to unleash their wild sides at the Museum this April. “We’re thrilled to offer these fun events for our community to celebrate the wonders of the natural world and to connect with each other,” says Museum Director Charles Knight. See https://mdwfp.com/museum for pricing and registration details for…