There are lots of family-friendly festivals happening this weekend across Mississippi! Find one near you on the Sipp Events Calendar at MPBOnline.org

Tonight, take a journey into the heart of the Mississippi Delta to hear how the King of the Delta Blues, Robert Johnson, learned to play his musical style that has inspired millions around the world. Johnson's family reflects on his lasting legacy in the new documentary, "I

Bootlegging was big business. Learn how the top makers did it, and got away with it, in part two of the Ken Burns series Prohibition. Watch it on Monday, June 30 at 8:30 p.m. on MPB Television.

Last week's episode of "Next Stop, Mississippi" was a musical gathering of some of Mississippi's top artists. Hear about the current state of music, the hopes for the future of Mississippi music, and some fantastic old stories from Stevie J Blues, Eddie Cotton Jr., J'Wonn,

Manicures and pedicures for the sloths at The Hattiesburg Zoo ?! 💅 Be a part of the sloth exhibit during tomorrow's episode of Next Stop, Mississippi, and learn all about these not always slow-moving animals. Watch it on YouTube or tune in to MPB Think Radio at 10 a.m. on

Yesterday, Congress voted on the rescission package to eliminate $9 billion in federal funding, some of which was previously allocated to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which affects PBS, NPR, and MPB. This means the programs you count on — NOVA, Masterpiece, Morning

A message from the Chief Operating Officer of Mississippi Public Broadcasting, Anna Neel, on the recently passed rescission package: "MPB is not going anywhere, but we will be forced to make changes. Changes that might affect our ability to tell local stories, to provide free

Without federal funding, we face losing the programming that has educated generations of children, kept families informed in emergencies, and connected communities across the state. MPB has been in your neighborhood for over 50 years, now we need you to be our neighbors and

MPB's radio towers cover the entire state, and into some of our surrounding states. You never have to miss Mississippi Edition, The Gestalt Gardener, Creature Comforts, Auto Correct, Fix It 101, or any of your favorite radio programs, no matter where you are heading. Help us

The Mississippi Ag and Outdoor Expo kicked off yesterday and is happening throughout the weekend. Learn from @CommAndyGipson about all the weekend's festivities at the Mississippi Fairgrounds in Jackson, hear some turkey calls from Southern Native Custom Calls, see some DAM

The Digital Education Network (DEN) offers free online courses for teachers seeking support with explaining coursework, homeschool educators looking for lessons, and students who may have fallen behind. The DEN can be accessed by visiting MPBOnline.org

🍽️ Two culinary icons, one unforgettable kitchen experience. Tune in for the premiere of "Cooking with Legends: Lidia Bastianich & Jacques Pépin," a warm and flavorful special that celebrates the careers, friendship, and timeless recipes of these beloved chefs. 📅 Friday,

Get ready, Mississippi! The brightest young minds in the state are stepping up to the buzzer! This August, MPB Television presents the 2025 Mississippi Quiz Bowl, showcasing middle school and high school students as they go head-to-head in the State Championship Economics

Teachers, have you ever had a student fall behind and not know where to turn? MPB’s Digital Education Network is the go-to support tool for parents, teachers, and students alike. Catch up on core High School subjects like English, U.S. History, Biology, and Algebra — all taught

According to the American Red Cross, blood is needed for emergency situations every two seconds in the United States. Blood is used for surgeries and transfusions for cancer patients and sickle cell patients. But the shelves in the back of the Mississippi Blood Services’ Flowood

Freeman joined the Mississippi Early Learning Alliance, or MELA, at the Two Mississippi Museums for its inaugural fundraiser, sharing memories of growing up in Delta and how a childhood love of reading shaped his life. Read the full story from MPB News at mpbonline.org/blogs/news/act…

With legendary blues, unforgettable stories, and a career spanning decades, Bobby Rush keeps the rich tradition of Mississippi music alive. Supporting public media helps preserve and share these cultural treasures with audiences everywhere. Won't you be our neighbor and support

Gov. Tate Reeves on Wednesday announced a $16 million partnership between the Mississippi Development Authority and Canopy Children’s Solutions to expand a digital mental health program for middle and high school students in some of the state’s most underserved communities. Read

Support your local community and have a blast doing it! Check out this weekend’s events around Mississippi at mpbonline.org/community/miss… 🎉

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