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Music Services celebrated the legendary singer, Dolly Parton with a “9 to 5” Celebration on September 25th (9/25). The event highlighted Dolly’s music and lasting influence on country music and…

Mississippi State Hospital held its first MSH STARS celebration Wednesday, September 9, in the Employee Dining Room in Building 56. The new monthly recognition program…

For one week each September, the Conference Room in Building 71 looks a little bit different. Framed artwork fills the room. Colors and styles vary from piece to piece, each reflecting the…

The Friends of Mississippi State Hospital celebrated decades of service, recognized valued community partners and looked ahead toward another year of supporting patients and residents during its…

During the month of July, Music Services brought the vibrant rhythms and rich culture of reggae music to life. Originating in Jamaica in the late 1960s, reggae is known for its distinctive offbeat…

Leaders from across Mississippi State Hospital gathered in the Building 71 Conference Room Aug. 4-6 for the final review and validation event for the hospital’s new Electronic Health Record (EHR)…

Mississippi State Hospital is supported by nearly 1,000 dedicated professionals representing a wide range of disciplines, including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, psychologists,…

The Friends of Mississippi State Hospital, Inc. held its board meeting Wednesday, July 22, in the Building 71 Conference Center. President Amy Walker welcomed members,…

For nearly four decades, Friends of Mississippi State Hospital, Inc. has quietly worked behind the scenes to enrich the lives of patients and residents while recognizing the employees who care for…

For more than 14 years, Amy N. Carruth has worked behind the scenes helping Mississippi State Hospital improve the way it serves patients, supports employees, and prepares for the future. On July…

When Bo Chastain first arrived at Mississippi State Hospital in 1990, the size of the campus made quite an impression. "It took several weeks just to learn where everything was," he recalled. He…

The Mississippi State Hospital Psychiatry Residency Program celebrated its 2026 graduates during a week of recognition that included a special reception on June 17 and the program's annual…