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Governor Reeves Signs Safer At Home Order to Begin Reopening State's Economy

Governor Tate Reeves signed a new executive order establishing a statewide Safer at Home order for Mississippi to continue protecting public health…

Governor Reeves Extends Shelter-In-Place by 7 Days; Enables Safe Sales by “Non-Essential” Businesses

Governor Tate Reeves announced that he is extending the statewide shelter-in-place by 7 days, while providing some ability for “non-essential”…

State Officials Waive In-Person Requirement for Notarization of Documents

After listening to concerns brought forth by the Secretary of State’s Office, Governor Tate Reeves ordered to waive the in-person requirement for…

Governor Reeves establishes statewide shelter-in-place order

Governor Reeves signed Executive Order 1466 on Wednesday, April 1, establishing a statewide shelter-in-place order to help slow the spread of COVID-…

Governor Reeves issues shelter-in-place executive order for Lauderdale County

Due to a rapid increase of cases over the last 24-72 hours, Governor Reeves has issued a shelter-in-place executive order for Lauderdale County.…

Governor Reeves Issues Executive Order 1463

Newest executive order lays out new guidelines to slow the spread of COVID-19. Click here to read the full order.

COVID-19 Update: Local Testing Providers List

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) will now be keeping an active list of local COVID-19 testing sites throughout the state. The list…

Governor Tate Reeves announces public schools will be closed until at least April 17th

Schools in Mississippi will be closed until April 17th. Click the link the below to see what that practically means, the thought process behind…

Governor Tate Reeves declares a State of Emergency

Governor Tate Reeves has signed a State of Emergency in response to the spread of the Coronavirus, COVID-19. The State of Emergency covers all…

MSDH has issued enhanced protective recommendations

MSDH has issued enhanced protective recommendations for individuals, those at higher risk, gatherings and long-term care facilities. Read…