Cari Gervin
Mr. Darcy to the Rescue! (British and a Life-Saver? Now That's a Service Dog.)
Thursday, August 06, 2009Over 346,000 Mississippians have diabetes. For a small percentage, the disease is life-threatening on a daily basis. In today’s health news, MPB’s Cari Gervin has the tale of a North Mississippi teenager fighting her illness with the help of a very, very special dog. His name is Mr. Darcy.
TVA Starts Planning Next 20 Years
Wednesday, August 05, 2009As TVA first thinks about its next 20-year plan, MPB’s Cari Gervin reports on how the coal-ash catastrophe in Kingston might shape the way the utility moves forward.
Tutwiler Has Big Dreams for Its One New Cop
Monday, August 03, 2009Additional police officers are headed to 20 communities across the state – their salaries paid for three years with stimulus funds. MPB’s Cari Gervin looks at the difference just one additional cop could make in a small Delta town.
"Cash for Clunkers" Spurred Sales in Week 1 Dealers Hope There's a Week 2
Monday, August 03, 2009On C-SPAN Sunday, Transportation Secretary Ray La Hood said the Senate must approve $2 billion in extra funding for the administration’s “cash for clunkers” program this week – or the rebates are over. As MPB’s Cari Gervin reports, Mississippi car dealers really don’t want that to happen.
DeLaughter to Get 18 Months for Lying to FBI
Friday, July 31, 2009Hinds County Circuit Judge Bobby DeLaughter resigned his seat Thursday morning. He pled guilty to charges of obstruction of justice Thursday afternoon. Now he’s likely to spend 18 months in jail. MPB’s Cari Gervin has the rest of the story.
DeLaughter Will Plead Guilty, Maintains Innocence in Scruggs Bribery Scandal
Thursday, July 30, 2009This afternoon in Aberdeen, Hinds County Circuit Judge Bobby DeLaughter will become the latest person to admit guilt in the Scruggs bribery scandal. MPB’s Cari Gervin reports.
Some Schools Trimming Supply Lists
Wednesday, July 29, 2009As families struggle with expenses, some school districts are trying to help out by trimming the list of required school supplies. MPB’s Cari Gervin has more.
Ag Interests Debate Impact of Climate Change Bill on Mississippi Farmers
Tuesday, July 28, 2009Everyone agrees that the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 will have a big impact on farmers. But whether the pending legislation will help or hurt is up for debate. MPB’s Cari Gervin reports.
Animal Shelters Overflowing With Pets Hit Hard by the Recession
Monday, July 27, 2009As family budgets get tighter in Mississippi, more people are cutting out a big expense – the family pet. And as MPB’s Cari Gervin discovered, local animal shelters are struggling to handle the intake.
Unemployment Up Again as Mississippi Leads Nation in "Discouraged Workers"
Friday, July 24, 2009Mississippi unemployment rose again in June, to 9.8 percent. But as MPB’s Cari Gervin discovered, that number doesn’t tell the whole story.
Foreclosures in Mississippi Up Dramatically
Thursday, July 23, 2009Mississippi foreclosures jumped in June. Experts say the worst may be yet to come. MPB’s Cari Gervin reports.
48 School Districts Reducing Emissions on School Buses
Tuesday, July 21, 2009Some Mississippi children will be breathing a little easier when they return to school. MPB’s Cari Gervin has the story on how the state’s school buses are getting greener.
Minimum Wage Increases Friday
Tuesday, July 21, 2009The federally mandated minimum wage will increase on Friday to $7.25 an hour from $6.55. Whether that 70-cent-an-hour raise will make a difference is up for debate. MPB’s Cari Gervin reports.
Barbour Back on National Stage for Sportsmen's Rights
Sunday, July 19, 2009Hunters’ rights – and wildlife conservation – got a boost this weekend at the National Governors Association convention. MPB’s Cari Gervin has more.
Itawamba Community College Expands Campus as Other Schools Expand Enrollment
Thursday, July 16, 2009For just the second time in 60 years, Itawamba Community College is expanding its campus. MPB’s Cari Gervin has more.
Army Medical Staff Bring Free Care to Clarksdale
Wednesday, July 15, 2009The United States Army has invaded Clarksdale. Their mission? Providing clean teeth and new glasses. In today’s health report, MPB’s Cari Gervin has the story.
Unseasonable Lack of Humidity Leads to Unseasonable Fire Danger
Sunday, July 12, 2009Drought-like conditions in parts of Mississippi have forestry officials worried about fires. MPB’s Cari Gervin reports.
New Chancellor Getting Down to Work
Thursday, July 09, 2009After a busy start to his job, the new chancellor of the University of Mississippi took time on Thursday to answer a few questions. MPB’s Cari Gervin has more.
State Corn Crop Headed for Trouble
Thursday, July 09, 2009A wet spring and a dry summer have wreaked havoc on Mississippi’s corn crop. MPB’s Cari Gervin has the details.
Recession Keeps Summer Reading Programs Packed at Local Libraries
Tuesday, July 07, 2009Recession-hit families are turning to an old-fashioned source of free entertainment – the public library. MPB’s Cari Gervin has more.
