April 2009
Pascagoula River Named As One of Nations Most Endangered
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
The Pascagoula River has made the list as one of America’s top ten most endangered rivers. MPB’s Phoebe Judge on why.
Monitoring Federal Stimulus Funds
Monday, April 06, 2009
Mississippi is set to get billions of dollars from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports how the state intends to keep fraud to a minimum.
Mathematician Says Internet Is as Secure as It Will Ever Be
Monday, April 06, 2009
Last week’s uproar over the Conficker computer virus that was supposed to strike on April first has many computer security experts worried. But not all of them. MPB’s Cari Gervin explains.
Gulf Coast Mayors Decide One Term is Enough
Sunday, April 05, 2009
Four years ago a new batch of mayors took office on the Gulf Coast never knowing that one of the most destructive hurricanes in history was on its way. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on why four years later so many of them are leaving office.
New Homeless Shelter Will Provide Job Training
Sunday, April 05, 2009
A new transitional workforce housing center on the Gulf Coast is taking the first step into solving the homelessness issue on the Coast. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Improving High School Graduation Rates Start with Youngest Students
Friday, April 03, 2009
Educators and Business leaders are trying new ideas to help improve the state’s High School graduation rates and as MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports they're starting with the youngest students.
Disaster Training Provided for Hundreds
Friday, April 03, 2009
As Hurricane Season approaches, hundreds of volunteers are learning how to respond to disasters. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Rolling Layoffs Hit North Mississippi
Friday, April 03, 2009
Two north Mississippi plants are shutting down temporarily. MPB’s Cari Gervin has more.
First Responders Practice Rescues
Thursday, April 02, 2009
More than 100 emergency responders from across Mississippi are in the Jackson area this week, honing their search and rescue skills. MPB’s Stephen Koranda has more.
Hundreds Affected By Flooding On Gulf Coast
Thursday, April 02, 2009
An almost solid week of rain on the Gulf Coast has left hundreds with flooded homes and businesses. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Lawmakers Go On Break, Major Issues Unresolved
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Mississippi lawmakers wrapped up the first part of the 2009 legislative session yesterday, leaving some of the most important issues unresolved. MPB’s Stephen Koranda has more.
Raising the Tax on Cigarettes
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Mississippian's are paying more for cigarette's than at any time before. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports how the increase may impact teen smoking.
Congressional Members React to the Firing of GM CEO
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
The Mississippi delegation is split over what the federal government should do with the U-S auto industry. Matt Laslo reports from Washington.
Smoking on Ole Miss Campus Now Costly
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Smoking a cigarette in the wrong part of the Grove can now cost you $25. MPB’s Cari Gervin explains.
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