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On Tuesday, April 8, the third annual Mississippi Pinnacle Awards Gala took place at the Lake Terrace Convention Center. Hosted by Hattiesburg’s Sales & Marketing Professionals, the gala honored the talents and achievements of ten of our state’s businesses, events, humanitarians, individuals, and organizations. 

Shortages of affordable housing are a long-standing challenge in Mississippi, and with material and labor costs rising, many families get priced out of making the necessary repairs needed to keep their homes safe. Oxford-Lafayette Fuller Center for Housing is working hard to change that in the surrounding county. The team works to construct affordable housing and partners with the community and its recipients to provide safe and affordable housing. 

Spring is here, and so is an exciting lineup of events at the Jackson-George Regional Library System! Whether you’re looking for engaging story times, hands-on workshops, or creative activities, we have something for all ages to enjoy this April.

Did you know that Mississippi has its very own Cherry Blossom Festival?

Yes, you read that right. The 2025 Northeast Mississippi Cherry Blossom Festival will take place this Saturday, March 29, at Ballard Park in Tupelo, Mississippi. 

In the United States, approximately 1 in 4 children live in homes without a biological, step, or adoptive father, with nearly 18.5 million children experiencing fatherlessness. This statistic is associated with various adverse outcomes, including higher rates of poverty, behavioral problems, and involvement in the juvenile justice system, especially for young men. However, one administrator at Brandon Middle School provides a helping hand with the assistance of community volunteers to young men as they enter adolescence.