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Jackson State professor, former WJTV 12 News anchor dies

By Kaitlin Howell Mar 5, 2026 | 9:47 AM

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Dr. Elayne Hayes-Anthony, a Jackson State University (JSU) professor and former interim president, died on March 5, 2026. “As we mourn the passing of Dr. Elayne Hayes-Anthony, we remember her career as she remained deeply committed to the success of our students and to the advancement of journalism and media education […]