Governor Kay Ivey issues statewide health order
Alabama currently has 68 confirmed cases of coronavirus. Jefferson County has 31 cases. Tuscaloosa County has 4 cases.
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Mississippi State Board of Education suspend assessments, accountability, waive missed school days
Mississippi students will not take any federal or state assessments for the 2019-20 school year.
Coastal Alabama town closes beaches over coronavirus
Throngs of college students have been gathering on beaches in Baldwin County this week after Florida shut down its restaurants and nightclubs.
East Mississippi Electric Power Association closing offices to walk-ins
Drive-up windows will remain open.
Tupelo-Lee Humane Society imposes changes in policies to prevent spread of coronavirus
Right now, staff is concentrating only on those animals that have immediate health issues.
Gov. Tate Reeves signs executive order closing schools until April 17
He encouraged everyone to stay at home during this time.
16 new coronavirus cases reported in Mississippi, state total at 50
Monroe and Winston Counties are the only two counties in the WCBI News viewing area reporting a case of COVID-19.
Recruiting Put On Pause Due to Coronavirus
Once packed bleachers are now bare. Diamonds remain untouched, and no recruiting is allowed throughout Mississippi.
Starkville Oktibbeha School District delivers meals to area children
When visiting students home, staff members have to be conscious of social distancing practices, but it's not always easy.
Pharmacies seeing business increase during Coronavirus outbreak
Long days and short nights have become the new norm for employees at Chris' Pharmacy in Columbus.
Death care industry members meet to discuss dilemmas amid coronavirus outbreak
As the CDC recommends gatherings of ten people or less, funeral directors are left with questions.
Alabama delays March 31 GOP Senate runoff to July 14
The winner will face Democratic U.S. Sen. Doug Jones in November.
UMMC student, nurse tested positive for coronavirus
During the press conference, it was announced that a student and a nurse both tested positive for the coronavirus.
Louisville closes parks and recreational facilities
Events and meetings where more than 10 people will be present are canceled until at least April 7.
Businesses bringing in professionals for cleaning amid coronavirus outbreak
For those that have a lot of interaction with the public, that may include deep cleaning and disinfecting.
Lamar County Sheriff deputizes all law enforcement officers within county
"We're trying to be as safe as possible. We want to try to make sure that we keep the citizens safe. We try to keep our officers safe," said Eaves.
Salvation Army feels impact of coronavirus pandemic
Major Ray Morton said staff is working hard cleaning the facility.
Reserved parking spots being provided for restaurants to deliver food curbside
Spruill said restaurants in Starkville are now being provided reserved parking spots for customers to park and receive their food.
Local organizations work to assist senior citizens during virus outbreak
It could be a bigger hassle for senior citizens and families to get out to the supermarket and navigate through the large crowds.
Lowndes County closing all recreation facilities
Youth baseball and softball practices, soccer games and practices, classes and activities and park rentals were also suspended.
Lowndes County introduces new 911 call procedures
In a meeting Tuesday, emergency management leaders in Lowndes County announced a new protocol for first responders during an emergency.
Mississippi State University postpones commencement
Plans to honor MSU graduates will be discussed and announced when the national emergency has ended.
SBA updates criteria on states requesting disaster assistance loans for small businesses impacted by coronavirus
SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans offer up to $2 million in assistance for each affected small business.
Market Street Festival postponed until September
Hundreds of vendors participate in the festival that draws thousands of people to historic downtown Columbus.
Sparklight offering two WiFi hotspots in Columbus
The company is also allowing payment deferments and waiving late fees for customers for 60 days.