Preserving the Present: Regional News Archives in the Digital Age
As local papers shrink, community-driven digital archives emerge to safeguard Southern stories for future generations.
Sweepstakes Casinos Surge: Real Value or Regulatory Risk?
As social casinos like Pulsz gain fans across the Deep South, a debate emerges over their real value and the need for clearer regulation.
Mississippi's Financial Literacy Mandate: A New Economic Foundation
A state requirement for high school financial literacy courses is reshaping economic understanding across Mississippi, offering long-term benefits.
Long Live the SIPosium: Bourbon's New Sisterhood
A new society for bourbon-loving women is reshaping the Deep South's drinking culture, one sip at a time.
Back-to-School Rallies Highlight Education Gaps in Birmingham
Free school supply giveaways at Birmingham rallies underscore persistent inequities in public education funding and community resilience.
Mississippi Workforce Aid: Narrow Path for Students
Federal financial aid opens doors for workforce training in Mississippi, but limited eligible programs leave many students without support.
Archiving the South: Digital Shifts Reshape Regional News
How evolving technology and community engagement are redefining the role of regional news archives in preserving Southern culture.
Spotify's Running Mode: When Algorithms Set the Pace for Southern Workouts
A new feature from Spotify tailors music to your workout tempo, raising questions about data, culture, and the future of regional music discovery.
Beyond the Fog: The Real Fight Against West Nile Virus
Mosquito trucks are just the start. Effective West Nile virus control requires year-round surveillance, community action, and ecological understanding.
Birmingham Ghost Tank Leak: Evacuation Lifted, Questions Remain
Authorities lift evacuation order after a mysterious 'ghost tank' fuel leak in Birmingham, but the incident raises serious questions about aging infrastructure and emergency preparedness.
Hurts Eyes Redemption as Eagles Chase NFC Supremacy
Jalen Hurts embraces a fun, focused training camp as Philadelphia aims to reclaim the NFC's top spot after a Super Bowl hangover.
Deep South Archives: Preserving Memory in a Digital Age
Regional news archives are digitizing, but challenges remain. What does this mean for preserving Deep South culture and history?
Free Access to Braves-Mets: A Political Play on Public Airwaves
How to watch the Braves-Mets game for free, and what it says about media consolidation, public access, and regional identity in the Deep South.