Winston County and the City of Louisville will be handing out protective masks to the general public on June 5th, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Louisville Coliseum (while supplies last). This event will allow citizens to receive these masks without leaving their vehicles (10 masks for each family - styles and packaging will vary).

Winston County and the City of Louisville appreciate everyone's assistance in minimizing the effects of COVID-19 within our communities. As everyone becomes more active, it is important that we continue to be diligent in our efforts, demonstrate proper social distancing measures and follow governmental mandates.

The Mississippi Smart Start Pathway prepares participants of all educational backgrounds for successful employment in several industries such as manufacturing and healthcare. The course allows participants to develop skills that are necessary for their careers. The Smart Start Pathway also allows students to earn the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) through completion of the WorkKeys assessment. Visit https://www.skillupmississippi.com to learn more!

The Back to Business Mississippi Grant Program has been created for small businesses with less than 50 employees to recover from the economic impact of COVID-19. Applications from the Mississippi Development Authority will be available via https://www.backtobusinessms.org in the near future along with eligibility requirements for the grant. To be notified when applications become available, visit this website and enter your email address at the bottom of the page. We will also have updates on our social media when this application is available.