SUMMARY: A small portion of Deer Island, a 400-acre wilderness island owned by the state, is up for sale for $3.5 million. The owner, Larry Matranga, purchased a section of Deer Island in 2004 but has been unable to develop it due to infrastructure challenges and changing economic conditions. Several development projects have been proposed over the years, including a resort with a $900 million price tag, but none have come to fruition. Matranga remains hopeful that a sale could breathe new life into his dream of developing Deer Island, which sees 16 million visitors annually. Various transportation options, such as duckboats, ferries, or a gondola system, have been considered for access to the island.

The state owns most of the 400-acre island, but an eight-acre section has been privately owned for decades.

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SUMMARY: Welcome back! It's National Barbecue Month and we're celebrating with McKinness Barbecue on Good Morning Mississippi. Sansi and Janice joined us in the kitchen to showcase their delicious dishes. They brought fried ribs, brisket, barbecue ribs, macaroni and cheese, baked beans, and potato salad. McKinness Barbecue also shared exciting news about receiving a golden ticket to the World Food Championship in November. They plan to have a barbecue fundraiser to raise money for the competition. With family recipes and lots of love, McKinness Barbecue serves up tasty dishes daily, with Thursdays being a big day for smoke pork chops. Visit McKinness Barbecue to enjoy their delicious food or celebrate National Barbecue Day in your own way!

Sonzi McInnis and Janice Bolden brought all kinds of ribs, brisket, and sides on Good Morning Mississippi. For more Local News …

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SUMMARY: The Weather Authority reports that there is sunshine with lingering moisture causing cloud coverage and a weak area of low pressure overhead. A cold front is moving towards the area overnight which will bring slightly less humid air. While there are non-rain producing clouds present, heavy rainfall from the previous day is now behind us. Another system is expected on Friday into Saturday which could bring one to two inches of rain in 18 hours. Temperatures will remain above seasonal norms, reaching a high of 84 degrees with partly cloudy skies. Winds will be gusty, and the potential for severe weather is being monitored.

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