Mississippi Public Broadcasting would like to express its condolences to John Johnson and his family. John Johnson was one of the first African American news directors in Mississippi and long time host of MPB's Statewide Live. Johnson was 77 years old when he passed away Monday, March 17. | MPB - Mississippi Public Broadcasting

Mississippi Public Broadcasting extends its condolences to the family of Greg Iles. Iles, a New York Times best-selling author and proud Mississippian, made an indelible mark on literature and on the cultural life of our state. His powerful storytelling and dedication to Mississippi will be warmly remembered and deeply missed. Iles sat down with MPB many times over the years. Hear his interview on Conversations this Thursday, August 21, at 7 p.m. on MPB Television. Additional episodes are availa

Mississippi Public Broadcasting has been with you over the years. Our logos may have changed, but our airwaves have always had your favorite television shows, documentaries, news stories, and kids' programming. Contribute to MPB so we can stay together in the future! Visit www.donate.mpbfoundation.org to learn more. | MPB - Mississippi Public Broadcasting | Facebook

This month’s episode of What’s New in EDU is all about ways to stay connected and engaged with your school community. Check it out for a deep dive into remote learning resources for students, teachers, and parents. https://msft.it/6187T57RR | Microsoft Education

March is Women's History Month! Mississippi was the first state in the nation to give married women rights to their own property. And it’s all because of a Chickasaw woman named Elizabeth “Betsy” Love. | MPB - Mississippi Public Broadcasting | Facebook

Here in Mississippi, history lives in the land, including in many of our Mississippi State Parks. Archaeological excavations have confirmed the presence of Paleo Indians in the area now encompassed by Tishomingo State Park from as early as 7000 B.C.! The park takes its name from the leader of the Chickasaw Nation, Chief Tishomingo, from the 1700s. Also at Tishomingo State Park is the iconic 200’ Swinging Bridge, a masterpiece of 1930s craftsmanship and charm. It crosses over Bear Creek, leading