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New Mississippi Blues Trail Marker Honors Jackson Music Venue Hal & Mal’s
Visit Mississippi has unveiled the latest addition to the Mississippi Blues Trail, recognizing Hal & Mal's, a beloved Jackson restaurant, bar and music venue honored for nearly four decades of dedicated promotion of blues music. Located at 200 Commerce Street, Hal & Mal's is a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, blending authentic Mississippi blues music and cuisine. The marker joins over 200 others included in the statewide trail, highlighting pivotal sites linked to the genre and encouraging visitors to explore Mississippi's rich musical heritage.
‘Don’t Know What the F–k You Doing’: Irate Customer Allegedly Knocked Down, Stomped Black Worker at Mississippi Dollar General While Management, Customers Just Stoodby, Didn’t Call Police
Michelle Renee Abney was three weeks into her job at a Dollar General store in Laurel, Mississippi, when she said she was attacked by an […] ‘Don’t Know What the F–k You Doing’: Irate Customer Allegedly Knocked Down, Stomped Black Worker at Mississippi Dollar General While Management, Customers Just Stoodby, Didn’t Call Police
Memphis putting gun control measures up to city voters
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis City Council approved a referendum Tuesday to ask voters whether they would support regulations on firearms in the city. The slate of questions will appear on ballots for the Nov. 5 election. All council members present Tuesday voted in favor on the ordinance’s third and final reading. Those questions ask voters […]
The 901’s Good News Round Up: July 23rd Edition
Welcome to your source for the uplifting stories that make Memphis shine! From innovative community projects to heartwarming tales of local heroes, there is so much good happening in the city of Memphis, TN. Take a moment to dive into the news that uplifts and unites, proving there’s plenty to cheer about in the 901!
Second man arrested in the shooting of a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A second man has been arrested in the shooting of a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper, authorities said. Trooper Adam Cothron stopped a Kia Forte driven by Timothy Davis Jr. on Interstate 40 on Friday. When he approached, Davis shot Cothron, critically wounding him, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said in a news release. The trooper remained hospitalized Tuesday, the agency said.
Historic Auburn closed for repairs, improvements
NATCHEZ — As the scaffolding surrounding the house shows, city-owned historic Auburn is closed for renovations. Carter Burns, director of the Historic Natchez Foundation, and Mimi Miller, director emeritus at the foundation, said they are excited about the work being done, particularly the return of the toruses at the bottom of Auburn’s columns. A torus […] The post Historic Auburn closed for repairs, improvements appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Contour Airlines to begin offering flights to Dallas-Fort Worth
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – Contour Airlines is expanding its service to one of the busiest airports in the United States. Though it hasn't officially been announced yet, you can book a flight from Tupelo Regional to Dallas-Fort Worth in Texas. You can book your non-stop flight to Dallas from...
USM students repairing the Gulf’s oyster industry with a living shoreline
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) - University of Southern Mississippi students are working to repair the oyster industry one bag at a time. “Ever since I was a little girl, I just wanted to help save our oceans, and in my backyard here, I am helping save a little bit of our ocean and a little bit of our shoreline which is super exciting,” USM Marine Biology Major Ryleigh Sprague says.
Group looks to renovate abandoned dorms in West Point
WEST POINT, Miss. (WTVA) – An abandoned college dormitory in West Point could be getting a renovation. The Dream Center Golden Triangle wants to breathe new life into the old Kenneth G. Neigh Dormitory at the former Mary Holmes College. The dorms – which were opened in 1970 –...
Cunny says exercise is ‘extra ingredient’ at 100th birthday party
Bob Cunny is a testament that exercise keeps you fit and healthy. On Monday, the Vicksburg resident celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by friends and family at the Junius Ward Johnson Memorial YMCA, where he still works out regularly. “We have all been taught what to do to keep healthy — eat right and sleep […]
Luxury Living: Million dollar home in Madison
MADISON, Miss. (WLBT) - Realtor Dominique Beasley with Opulent Keys joined Studio 3 to show us the luxury home for sale in the Johnstone neighborhood in Madison. Want more WLBT news in your inbox? Click here to subscribe to our newsletter. See a spelling or grammar error in our story?...
New emergency hospital to open in Smith County
SMITH COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Smith County will be the home of a new emergency hospital. Work has begun to transform the old hospital in Raleigh into the Smith County Emergency Hospital. Covington County Hospital and South Regional Medical Center partnered on the $1.5 million project. “We hope makes a difference. Especially when they, you […]
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