Money Talks: VALENTINE STATISTICS
Not as many people will be celebrating Valentine's Day this year but spending for the holiday continues to rise. We have projections.
Listen NowA controversial bill to rewrite Mississippi's public education funding formula is dead in the Senate.
Read MoreOn today's show: State lawmakers are questioning a bill that would allow schools to arm teachers, and the public reacts to some stores making it harder to buy guns. Then, as Women's History month begins, hundreds of composers and musicians are showcasing music composed, taught and performed by women. And in our book club, teen author Lauren Hill.
Read MoreA Mississippi bill that would give all schools the option of arming staff is headed to a vote by the full Senate.
Read MoreFiguring out what some recent test scores mean for Mississippi students. Then, a conversation on policing black neighborhoods in the current social climate with the sheriff of Hinds County. Later, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on choosing to live in the Magnolia State. And, state gambling revenues are up slightly over this time last summer. Is the industry warming up?
Read MoreMississippi delegates to the Democratic Convention are in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, this week. We'll talk with a couple of representatives about what the week holds. Then, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on iDevices. Later, learning from Mississippi's Civil Rights history to make a better tomorrow.
Read MoreOn this week’s program, Dr. Debbie Minor welcomes in Dr. Scott Rodgers, Professor and Chair, UMMC Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior to talk about the Open Arms Healthcare Center.
Read MoreMarshall visits with Hinds Count Sheriff Victor Mason and CEO/Co-Founder of The International Museum of Muslim Cultures, Emad Al-Turk.
Read MoreToday we are talking about the meal before your meal, the salad. What is your favorite type of salad? Garden or Caesar? Potato or Pasta? And what type of salad dressing do you prefer?
Read MoreI think most of us would agree that our world is experiencing far too much violence, uncertainty and fear. Tune in to the next “Sounds Jewish” not for answers, but for Jewish music that demands justice and peace.
Read MoreWe'll analyze Donald Trump's acceptance speech with Mississippi State Republican Party Chair Joe Nosef. Then, is the number of mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus on the rise? Later, giving back to law enforcement officials on the Gulf Coast. And, how organ donations can make all the difference in the world.
Read MoreToday's topic is fitness The idea of getting in shape may be a bit daunting or even overwhelming but is it out of reach? Our special guest Lori Porter, the Director of Group Fitness at the Club joins Dr. Ali Brown.
Read MoreThe Highway 80 Songwriter’s Festival is underway, the Mississippi Book Festival is coming soon, Greenville hosts the Dragon Boat Race, and the Jackson Music Awards celebrates multiple decades.
Read More[UPDATED] Due to the very cold temperatures, ice has built up on our towers which may impact signal strength and reception in some areas.
Read MoreImportant closing and winter weather information from MEMA and MDOT.
Read MoreThe following is an update to state agency office closures due to winter weather...
Read MoreAfter consulting with the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency and other emergency officials and in the interest of public safety, Gov. Phil Bryant has directed state offices affected by winter weather to remain closed today.
Read MoreA glimpse at the typical life of a teen parent after dropping out of high school.
Read MoreList of Mississippi Department of Human Services Closures today.
Read MoreIn this Southern Remedy Health Minute, Dr. Rick discusses tennis elbow.
Read MoreGovernor Phil Bryant has delayed opening of state offices in areas affected by winter weather, including the Jackson Capitol Complex, until 10 a.m. today.
Read MoreHow teen pregnancy affects our state is explored.
Read MoreAs we do every Friday, we’ll be traveling across the state letting you know about events that make Mississippi great!!!
Read MoreFelder is back on the road but always has time for our weekly Graden Party. He lets you know what you can be doing right now in your early fall southern garden.
Read MoreMPB's Mississippi Edition for Thursday, September 28th, 2017.
Read MoreThis week's show is on herbal medications and supplements. Dr. Stewart welcomes pharmacist Leslie Davis to the studio.
Read MoreToday Jay White talks JUCO football with Co-Lin offensive line coach, Otis Riddley. He talks about how the wolves are this season and his transition from Provine High School. Also, Jay has a conversation with Holmes head football coach Jeff Koonz and championship JSU tennis coach Lois Alexis.
Read MoreState agencies are telling lawmakers how much money they will need next year. How much tax revenue is the state projected to bring in? Will there be more state budget cuts? Find out Friday, at 7:30 p.m. on MPB Television.
Read MoreThis week on Southern Remedy, Dr. Rick clarifies his statement from last week about flu vaccinations, and he takes several calls on head drainage and excema among other topics.
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