Liberty Morning News

07/04/2020

Happy Fourth of July! Have a great holiday Rankin County!

07/02/2020

Now that Mississippi is reopen, you can go check out the animals up for adoption at the animal shelter! They didn't allow people during the pandemic, but now are resuming operations.
https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/feel-good/rankin-county-animals-are-doing-okay-during-coronavirus-pandemic

Local animal shelter operations continue as normal even though it has shut its doors to the public

06/29/2020

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06/26/2020

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06/24/2020

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06/22/2020

There are lots of local fruits, veggies and meats available right here in Mississippi...check this out.
https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/feel-good/state-agricultural-commissioner-promotes-options-for-locally-grown-food

Summer crops are allowing for more food options for Mississippians wanting healthier, cheaper options.

06/19/2020

Going to the pool? Check out the new regulations first.
https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/health/recreation-areas-are-reopening-with-rules-to-fight-covid-19

Those visiting pools will see a host of new regulations.

06/19/2020

Thinking about going to the pool? Check out the new regulations first.
https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/health/recreation-areas-are-reopening-with-rules-to-fight-covid-19

Those visiting pools will see a host of new regulations.

06/16/2020

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06/15/2020

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06/12/2020

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/crime/suspect-in-custody-after-standoff-with-law-enforcement ***ne

Suspect in Custody After Standoff With Law Enforcement

06/02/2020

Summer means there is plenty of food here in Mississippi ready and available.
https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/feel-good/state-agricultural-commissioner-promotes-options-for-locally-grown-food

Summer crops are allowing for more food options for Mississippians wanting healthier, cheaper options.

06/02/2020

MIssissippi is open for business! Local businesses talk about how things have changed post pandemic.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/business/mississippi-reopens-business-implement-new-rules-to-keep-everyone-safe

Local businesses said they are gaining back customers and working to maintain safety after reopening.

06/02/2020

The Rankin County Sheriffs Office continues to investigate a shooting death in Florence.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/crime/man-is-dead-after-shooting-in-florence

A man dies in shooting after an argument with his wife.

06/02/2020

Protest in Jackson ended peacefully.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/crime/jackson-protest-ended-peacefully-over-the-weekend

Jackson residents voiced their opinions peacefully while other cities saw violence resulting from the death of George Floyd

05/27/2020

This school year is over, but what about the fall?

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/schools/schools-ponder-reopening

Schools are looking to reopening in the fall but have a lot of new health requirements to implement with the coronavirus threat looming.

05/19/2020

Renters have until June 1 to work out overdue rent with their landlords.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/government/renters-face-an-uncertain-future-when-eviction-moratorium-ends-june-1

Gov. Tate Reeves signed an executive order to lift the eviction moratorium on June 1, allowing for evictions to begin.

05/18/2020

K-9 deputy is injured in crash during police chase.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/crime/rankin-county-deputy-is-seriously-injured-in-police-chase

Deputy Tony Shack is in a Jackson hospital after being struck by an oncoming car while chasing a suspect fleeing a traffic stop.

05/18/2020

Here are some reasons why you may not have received your stimulus check.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/government/another-stimulus-package-is-considered-while-many-are-still-left-waiting-on-checks

The U.S. House passed a $3 trillion stimulus package that heads the Senate but many still haven't received the first check.

05/16/2020

School board discusses budget, summer schedule at virtual meeting.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/schools/rankin-county-school-board-meetings-virtually-for-a-second-time

The Rankin County School Board discussed a variety of money and administrative issues.

05/16/2020

It's official! Casinos, tattoo shops can open. Musicians are left out again.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/government/casinos-can-open-may-21-tattoo-parlors-allowed-to-open-with-guidelines

The Mississippi Gaming Commission drafted guidelines to reopen casinos, but others are left frustrated at a lack of reopening response.

05/15/2020

Tattoo businesses can open after the governor signed a new executive order today. Casinos can open May 21. Stay tuned for full story.

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05/15/2020

Small businesses are hurting and money isn't coming yet...

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/business/businesses-missed-by-relief-funds

One of many businesses missed by relief funds

05/14/2020

High school seniors get to walk for graduation after all.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/schools/rankin-county-seniors-graduate

Rankin County schools go ahead with graduation ceremonies but making changes to ensure safe social distancing.

05/13/2020

Counties hardest hit with COVID-19 are getting medical supplies.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/health/state-delivers-75000-masks-to-counties-most-affected-by-covid-19

Seven counties designated as hotspots began receiving extra supplies to control coronavirus.

05/11/2020

Regulations inhibit innovation solutions needed for rural areas and quarantined patients. One of those is telepharmacy.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/business/Telepharmacy-offers-access-convenience-and-social-distancing

Healthcare has long lagged behind other industries when it comes to innovation. But that is usually because of regulations, not because of a lack of entrepreneurs.

05/11/2020

Mississippi is getting CARES funding, how it is spent remains unknown.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/politics/governor-and-legislature-continue-battle-over-cares-funding

Gov. Reeves calls Vice President Pence to weigh in on who has authority over spending $1.25 billion expected to come to Mississippi.

05/11/2020

Salons and barbershops prepare to reopen!

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/business/barber-shops-and-salons-to-reopen

Barber shops and Salons to Reopen

05/11/2020

When it is safe to go out largely is a personal responsibility, according to this policy group.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/business/the-self-imposed-lockdown-has-all-but-ended-in-mississippi

While some businesses remain closed, most noticeably barbers and salons, a good chunk of the economy in Mississippi either never shut down or is in the process of reopening. But at the end of the day,

05/07/2020

There is a way those recovering fro COVID-19 can help.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/health/recovering-covid-19-patients-could-save-others-by-donating-blood

The state is conducting experimental research into using anitbodies from those who have recovered from COVID-19 to help current patients.

05/07/2020

Mississippi enters Phase 2 of reopening. Here's what it means.
https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/business/reeves-reopens-more-in-mississippi

05/04/2020

Gov. Reeves said he may be relaxing rules in more businesses today. Press conference this afternoon.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=3481104165240352&id=197649153585886

05/04/2020

The virus hasn't stopped school business from continuing.
https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/schools/rankin-county-school-district-board-meets-virtually

The Rankin County school board officials met virtually in April to handle business and will meet again in May.

05/04/2020

Mississippi gets aggressive on testing for coronavirus.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/health/state-health-officials-set-out-aggressive-goals-for-testing-for-covid-19

There are numerous ways for those with symptoms or exposure to the coronavirus to get tested including drive-through testing centers.

05/02/2020

Trump garners praise from Southern governors.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/politics/trump-receives-support-from-reeves-kemp

Two Southern governors say President Trump and his administration have done well in handling the coronavirus pandemic.

05/02/2020

No food shortage in Mississippi.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/politics/ag-commissioner-there-is-plenty-of-food-in-mississippi

Mississippi Agricultural Commissioner said there is no need to worry about food shortages or supply-chain issues.

05/01/2020

Mississippi virus numbers are stabilizing according to officials.
https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/health/covid-19-numbers-holding-steady-as-state-relaxes-orders

Mississippi state health officials say numbers of coronavirus patients and hospital space is remaining stable.

05/01/2020

Strict hospital rules and COVID-19 concerns are prompting new moms to consider home birth.

https://www.libertymorningnews.com/rankin-county-ms/health/newfound-interest-in-home-births-in-mississippi-nationwide

A growing number of expectant moms are considering home births as the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread and to overwhelm hospitals. This is true even in Mississippi, a state with few midwives