Pickens County reports first coronavirus death
The Alabama Department of Health is reporting that more than 48,000 people have been tested for the virus.
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WATCH: Gov. Tate Reeves hold daily coronavirus briefing
Gov. Tate Reeves is holding his daily coronavirus briefing.
Attorney General to sue China on behalf of Mississippi
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch will file a lawsuit against China over the COVID-19 outbreak.
Aberdeen city leaders delay municipal elections
City leaders made the move due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
UMMC opening two COVID-19 testing sites in Northeast Mississippi
The sites are for people who are screened as high risk for having COVID-19 and are open for appointments only.
Starkville Community Market open for business this weekend
Starkville Community Market announced a new opening date this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Fire Station Park.
Starkville Board of Aldermen vote to furlough city employees and make budget cuts
To help with economic loss since the pandemic, board members said this would help with the city's budget. However, some citizens don't agree.
MDES announces Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
Residents who live, or work, in the state and could not work because of the coronavirus outbreak are entitled to, and can apply for PUA.
McDonald's offering 'Thank You Meals' for first responders
The Tupelo location is offering thank you meals to healthcare workers, law enforcement and first responders between April 22 and May 5.
Pet checkup procedures changing amid coronavirus outbreak
Although the virus has changed normal operations, Emerson said the new protocols still keep pet owners fully engaged.
MSDH: 204 new cases of coronavirus, 14 new deaths
The majority of deaths are in the 70 to 79 age range.
Husband and wife describe experience with coronavirus diagnosis
"They asked me what my symptoms were, and I said, well I'm sneezing, I'm coughing, explained Owens.
238 new cases of coronavirus reported in Mississippi, total at 4,512
819 are hospitalized with the virus. The majority of hospitalizations are people between the ages of 60-69.
Oktibbeha County coroner confirms COVID-19 death
At least three others have also died from the coronavirus in Oktibbeha County.
Home health facilities implement new protocols to protect staff, patients
Nurses and doctors across the country have been clocking in for a long day's work to continue the fight against COVID-19.
Mississippi mayors respond to governor's Shelter-In-Place extension
Mayors across Northeast Mississippi react to Governor Tate Reeves' announcement that his Stay-At-Home order will be extended until April 27.
169 new coronavirus cases, 11 new deaths reported in Mississippi
In the WCBI viewing area, Monroe County has the most cases with 58. Tishomingo County has the least with only two cases.
Three MDOC inmates test positive for COVID-19
A fourth inmate who has since died also tested positive for the virus. MDOC said it has not been determined if the inmate died from coronavirus.
Pearl River Resort temporarily furloughing workers during COVID-19 outbreak
The Resort which includes the Silver Star Casino and Golden Moon Casino will keep a minimum essential staff on payroll throughout the closure.
Gov. Tate Reeves extends Stay-At-Home Order seven days
Reeves also announced two changes to the previous executive order.
Local pastor cites first amendment, faith as reasons for keeping church doors open
"I don't know exactly how many were here, but I do know it was more than ten," Pastor Shelton said.
COVID-19 cases now over 3,400 in Alabama
Pickens County has 30 confirmed coronavirus cases. Lamar County has seven.
Freshman and transfer orientation to be offered virtually at MSU
A spokesman for the university said activities and information sessions will be provided for students and their families.