Mississippi News

In Mississippi, a tiny fish is reintroduced to the river where it disappeared 50 years ago

Published

1 year ago

September 1, 2023

www.wjtv.com – STEPHEN SMITH and KEVIN McGILL, Associated Press – 2023-09-01 06:27:32

SUMMARY: After disappearing 50 years ago, the pearl darter fish is being reintroduced to the Pearl River in Mississippi. The disappearance of the pearl darter was primarily due to factors such as oil and gas development, agricultural runoff, urban pollution, and dam construction. However, efforts to improve water quality through the Clean Water Act have made the river cleaner and suitable for reintroduction. The presence of other sensitive species in the river indicates that the pearl darter may be able to thrive again. The hope is that the species will spread throughout the river and no longer require protection.

Read the full article

The post In Mississippi, a tiny fish is reintroduced to the river where it disappeared 50 years ago appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Post Views: 372

Related Topics:Featured Mississippi News News river

Up Next

Rain chances return Friday, humid weekend ahead – Home – WCBI TV

Don't Miss

Ole Miss marching band looks forward to upcoming season

Mississippi News

Brett Favre to appear before US House panel looking at welfare misspending

Published

6 hours ago

September 20, 2024

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2024-09-20 18:44:19

SUMMARY: Retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre is set to testify before a Republican-led congressional committee investigating welfare mismanagement in Mississippi. Favre has repaid over $1 million in speaking fees obtained from a welfare program. While facing no criminal charges, he is part of a civil lawsuit regarding the misappropriation of welfare funds, which officials considered the state‘s largest public corruption case. A 2023 gag order complicates the extent of his testimony. The investigation stems from welfare funds being misused for a volleyball arena at the University of Southern Mississippi, where Favre’s daughter plays. The hearing is scheduled for Tuesday.

Read the full article

The post Brett Favre to appear before US House panel looking at welfare misspending appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Post Views: 8

Mississippi News

New Ackerman police chief investigates plane crash in Choctaw

Published

7 hours ago

September 20, 2024

Staff Editor

www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-09-20 17:44:01

SUMMARY: Martha Caradine has been sworn in as the new police chief of Ackerman, Mississippi, following the retirement of Tim Cook. Just hours after her appointment, a passenger plane made an emergency landing at the Ackerman Choctaw County Airport, going off the runway around 4:00 p.m. Fortunately, none of the three individuals on board were injured. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating the incident.

Read the full article

The post New Ackerman police chief investigates plane crash in Choctaw appeared first on www.wcbi.com

Post Views: 119

Mississippi News

Lactaid Milk sold in Mississippi recalled

Published

8 hours ago

September 20, 2024

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – George Stockburger – 2024-09-20 16:49:19

SUMMARY: HP Hood LLC is recalling certain 96-ounce Lactaid Milk containers in over two dozen states due to potential almond allergens not indicated on the label. This could pose serious health risks for individuals allergic to almonds. The recall affects products shipped between September 5-18 to various states, including Pennsylvania and Texas. Consumers can identify affected products by the code 51-4109 P2 and specific “Best By Dates” on the packaging. No illnesses have been reported, but affected customers may return the product for a full refund or exchange. For inquiries, call Hood Consumer Affairs at (800) 242-2423.

Read the full article

The post Lactaid Milk sold in Mississippi recalled appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Post Views: 70