State
Jackson’s sewage causes miles of concern
Clarion Ledger
Billions of gallons of untreated and minimally treated sewage have flowed from Jackson into creeks and the Pearl River this year alone. The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality has issued a warning against contact with the water from the confluence of Hanging Moss Creek to the Byram Swinging Bridge.
Bob Miller faced historic challenges as Jackson's Public Works director. He's now leaving.
Clarion Ledger
Bob Miller, the city of Jackson's Public Works director, announced Wednesday night he is stepping down from the position.
Potholes and Sewage Leaks: Widespread issues await Jackson’s new public works director
WLBT
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Infrastructure problems mount daily for Jackson’s incoming Public Works Director. Hundreds of complaints about sewage leaks and road problems await them.
State Government
Gov. Reeves, FEMA/MEMA leaders discuss hurricane preparedness amid COVID-19
MPB
As the state prepares to enter the most active part of hurricane season, the challenge facing emergency management officials is coronavirus response.
Oil Spill
Mississippi Aquarium will open August 29th
WLOX
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - August 29th is a somber anniversary for many on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Mississippi Aquarium announces opening date. Here’s a sneak peak.
Sun Herald
The Mississippi Aquarium in downtown Gulfport will open on Aug. 29, the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.
National
Court strikes down Trump administration's methane rollback
The Hill
A federal court late Wednesday struck down a Trump administration rule that weakened restrictions on methane gas releases from drilling on public land, restoring an Obama-era rule.
EPA to spend $4 million to clean up contaminated aluminum refinery site in East St. Louis
KMOV
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. (KMOV.com) -- Federal crews will clean up the old Alcoa aluminum refinery plant, contaminated site in the Metro East.
Press releases
EPA Announces Grant to Support Safe Pesticide Use Outreach
07/16/2020
WASHINGTON (July 16, 2020) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a grant opportunity for projects that promote safe pesticide use. The recipient will receive an estimated $1.2 million to conduct public engagement outreach through a 5-year cooperative agreement.
