Outdoor Rink Thrills Mississippi Hockey Players

Produced by Jim Albritton | A group of former pro hockey players, northern transplants and a surprisingly large number of homegrown players, used the skating rink at Baptist Heath Systems' Christmas on Ice event for a few all-too-rare hockey games in Madison, Mississippi. There are no permanent rinks in central Mississippi. Many of these players drive to Olive Branch in north Mississippi or Biloxi on the coast for a chance to practice or play on ice. 

Mission Possible: Batson Toy Drive | Mississippi Highway Patrol

Produced by Jim Albritton | The Mississippi Highway Patrol worked with other area law enforcement agencies on a toy drive for Batson Children's Hospital. The donated toys filled two trailers. Santa Claus will give the toys to sick and injured kids at Mississippi's only children's hospital on Christmas Eve. | Batson on Facebook | Batson Website

Wakeboarding Santa Stops Traffic in Mississippi

Produced by Jim Albritton | Heath Lynch is a father and a wakeboarder, but as the calendar nears December 25th, he's in a wet suit, on the Ross Barnett Reservoir near Jackson, Mississippi as Santa Claus.

Wakeboarding Santa and Griswold-Inspired Teen Bring Christmas Spirit to Mississippi

Produced by Jim Albritton | Hayden Richardson is a typical high school senior until Christmastime when he fills his Madison, Mississippi yard on Sundial Road with 50 inflatables and 15,000 lights. Heath Lynch is a father and a wakeboarder, but as the calendar nears December 25th, he's in a wet suit, on the Ross Barnett Reservoir as Santa Claus. Together their display of Christmas spirit reaches thousands in metro Jackson, Mississippi.

Mele Kalikimaka or Merry Christmas From Hawaii | 2011

Produced by Jim Albritton | Mele Kalikimaka or Merry Christmas from the Aloha State. Enjoy the sights of Hawaii and the Bing Crosby classic song that celebrates Christmas in the Five-O state.

All I Want for Christmas is You | Sam McKee's Story | Soon

Produced by Jim Albritton | A brief look at Sam McKee's emotional reunion with one of the nurses who cared for him at Batson Children's Hospital. A story about Sam's battle with a brain tumor is coming soon.

350 Faces of 2011 | Mariah Carey's Auld Lang Syne | Happy New Year

Produced by Jim Albritton | A brief look at 350 people who took a little time out in 2011 to talk to us about a wide variety of things set to Mariah Carey's "Auld Land Syne." Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. And stay tuned for a special goodbye to a wonderful woman we lost in 2011. 

BREAKING NEWS | Santa Institute News Conference Reveals Mysteries of Santa Claus

Produced by Jim Albritton | We interrupt your regular programming for breaking news from the prestigious Santa Institute at Batson Children's Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi. A hastily arranged press conference promises to deliver startling news about a Kris Kringle, apparently the assumed name of one Santa Claus. A team of researchers are set to reveal the science of Santa. 

The Holidays Can Be a Struggle for Those Coping With Eating Disorders

Produced by Jim Albritton | For most people, the holidays are a time of celebration and joy, family gatherings and social affairs, marked by an abundance of delicious foods and enticing beverages. But for those struggling with eating disorders, the holidays can be filled with tremendous stress, anxiety and fear. | 

Make-A-Wish New Year's Eve Gala

Produced by Jim Albritton | The inaugural Make-A-Wish New Year's Eve Gala at the Jackson Convention Center featured good food, great music, a compelling message and the ultimate countdown clock. Organizers hope it will become the most popular new year's eve event in central Mississippi in the next five years. For more information, go to http://ms.wish.org.