Mississippi area farmers with waste agricultural pesticides are invited to take part in a waste pesticide disposal event. The upcoming collection day will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday, March 12, at the parking lot across the street from 1513 Levee Street in Vicksburg, which is approximately three and one-half miles west…

By Susan Collins-Smith, MSU Extension Service Many of the practices associated with sustainability, such as recycling, can be extended into the garden. Composting is a way to help reduce organic waste that goes to the landfill and helps feed gardens. These organic materials, which include grass clippings, leaves, and other yard wastes, account for about…

Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks’ Mississippi Museum of Natural Science is gearing up for an unforgettable spring break filled with scientific wonders, outdoor adventures, and artistic flair. Families, art and nature enthusiasts, teachers, and Scouts are invited to dive into a celebration of curiosity, discovery, and pure fun at the museum’s spring break…

Wesson Attendance Center faculty and staff select students each year to be inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame.  Inductees are chosen based on four criteria – leadership, academics, character, and school participation. Each year, 5% of the senior class are selected to receive this highest honor. This year, three students were chosen for Hall…

The Central Mississippi Planning and Development District (CMPDD) will conduct outreach activities within its seven-county region to gather feedback from citizens as CMPDD continues to draft the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan, a plan to identify challenges and solutions that help make roadways safer for everyone. In this second round…