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Mississippi Power shares resources and tips for lowering energy bill in the summer
Kaila Moran Griffith with Mississippi Power joins us in studio. She’s here to share tips and resources to create better energy habits and save money on your energy bill in the process. The company offers rebates, online resources and energy saving...

Barnett among Mississippi State Univ. graduates
STARKVILLE, MS — Colin Barnett, of Punxsutawney, is among approximately 3,500 students who graduated from Mississippi State University in spring 2025 in May. Barnett received the Bachelor of Science Summa Cum Laude from MSU’s Bagley College of...

NCAA 2025 All-Mississippi Preseason Team
by Hunter Dawkins, Owner/Publisher – editor@thegazebogazette.com or hdawkins@supertalk.fm It’s close to that time, when all the tailgating, fantasy football, and predictions begin to manifest. Unlike last year, this year’s NCAA College Football...

Mississippi is a top blueberry state. Know where to pick your own
Mississippi is a top 10 blueberry producing state, with the 2025 harvest yielding positive results for growers. Consumers can pick their own blueberries at various farms across the state, but calling ahead is recommended due to unpredictable...
Companies Concerned Over Tax Incentive Cuts
By Tim Carpenter and Morgan Chilson, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA — Owners of the Bowersock Mills & Power Co. relied on federal renewable energy tax incentives to expand production at the Lawrence hydroelectric plant that’s been drawing power from the...

Mississippi Lottery Mississippi Match 5, Cash 3 results for June 25, 2025
The Mississippi Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at June 25, 2025, results for each game: Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from June 25 drawing 03-09-11-16-21 Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and...

Kansas companies share anxiety about cuts to federal renewable energy tax incentives
by Tim Carpenter and Morgan Chilson, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA — Owners of the Bowersock Mills & Power Co. relied on federal renewable energy tax incentives to expand production at the Lawrence hydroelectric plant that’s been drawing power from the...

Mississippi River Festival Returns to Alton, IL, June 27-28 with Star-Studded Lineup and Historic Exhibit
ALTON, IL — The Mississippi River Festival (MRF) roars back to life on Friday, June 27, and Saturday, June 28, 2025, bringing two unforgettable days of music, culture, and community to the Alton Riverfront. With a powerful mix of nationally...

Inside Brian O’Connor’s first month as Mississippi State baseball coach: Ace Reese and more
Brian O'Connor addresses rumors surrounding Ace Reese's potential transfer, emphasizing Reese's commitment to Mississippi State. He outlines the team's potential remaining needs in the transfer portal. He shares anecdotes about his adjustment to...

Mississippi Farmers Market to Host Summer Kick-Off Event
The Mississippi Farmers Market will host its annual Summer Kick-Off event on Saturday, June 28, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This family-friendly celebration will feature live demonstrations, summertime staples, select Genuine MS® members, and food...

Northeast Missouri woman reappointed to state agricultural authority by Gov. Kehoe
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A northeast Missouri woman has been reappointed to the Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority. Karisha Devlin, Ph.D., of Edina, Missouri, was reappointed to the agency by Gov. Mike Kehoe on Thursday....

Mississippi Businesses Adjust to Seafood Labeling Law Taking Effect July 1
BILOXI, Miss.—With Mississippi’s new seafood labeling law set to take effect July 1, restaurant owners and seafood sellers are trying to understand how to comply—and what could happen if they don’t. House Bill 602 requires all seafood and crawfish...

Person of the Day | Dr. Emmett Stringer: Columbus Dentist, Former Mississippi NAACP President
COLUMBUS, Miss.—Many longtime residents of Columbus, Mississippi, have memories of Dr. Emmett Stringer examining their teeth, or they recall encountering Stringer, a dentist and the founder of the Columbus, Miss., NAACP chapter, while visiting...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Mississippi County in week ending June 28?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Mississippi County...

Evans to compete for Distinguished Young Woman of Mississippi
Published 12:04 pm Thursday, July 3, 2025 Chloe Evans. Submitted photo Distinguished Young Woman of Lauderdale County Chloe Evans will be one of 32 Mississippi high school seniors competing for more than $36,000 in college scholarships when the...

New Mississippi Laws: Direct Wine Shipments, Community Health Worker Program and More
New Mississippi laws change how patients access physician-administered drugs, add a community health worker program to the Mississippi State Department of Health, authorize the direct shipment of wine and ban diversity, equity and inclusion...

Visit Vicksburg’s Strickland to serve as president of Mississippi Tourism Association
Visit Vicksburg’s Strickland to serve as president of Mississippi Tourism Association Published 12:06 pm Thursday, July 3, 2025 The Mississippi Tourism Association (MTA), the state’s voice of tourism for more than35 years, has announced its...

Quikrete Industry Dashboard - (Week 27, 2025)
The Week 27, 2025 edition of the Quikrete Industry Dashboard shows the nationwide average price for a regular gallon of gas is now $3.16. That’s three cents higher than last month, yet pump prices remain far below last year's nationwide average of...

Mississippi Farmers Market announces return of Thursday Summer Markets in Jackson
The Mississippi Farmers Market in Jackson has announced the return of its Thursday Summer Markets for 2025. These markets provide more opportunities for shoppers to purchase fresh, local products directly from Mississippi farmers and producers. In...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mississippi County in week ending June 28?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Mississippi County...