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Amerigroup MS’ Back 2 School Bash supports local students
Two hundred eighty-nine backpacks were distributed to Metro Jackson area students during a Back 2 School Bash hosted by Amerigroup MS. Over 260 participants were on hand for this fun-filled family event held at the Jackson Medical Mall on July 13, 2024. This event helps ensure that area school children...
Natchez Balloon Festival photo scene on new Visit Mississippi cab in London
International travelers may spot a photo of the Natchez Balloon Festival on the wrap of a new Visit Mississippi taxi cab. Director of Tourism for Visit Mississippi Rochelle Hicks shared a photo of Mississippi Development Authority Director Bill Cork and his wife Nina getting ready to take a spin in the new taxi cab in […] The post Natchez Balloon Festival photo scene on new Visit Mississippi cab in London appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Arrest warrant issued for man wanted in connection with homicide in West Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - An arrest warrant has been issued in connection with the city of Jackson’s most recent homicide. On Monday, the Jackson Police Department began investigating a homicide that occurred in the 1700 block of Robinson Street. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man,...
City of Canton selected as location for new ABC warehouse
CANTON, Miss. (WLBT) - The city of Canton was selected as the location for the new Alcoholic Beverage and Control warehouse. According to Joey Deason with the Madison County Economic Development Authority, the Department of Finance and Administration purchased the land for around $980,000. The property is just over 32...
Black women in Natchez excited about prospect of a President Kamala Harris
NATCHEZ — Women leaders in the Black community here say that Kamala Harris’s seeking the Democratic presidential nomination has energized the party and will motivate non-traditional voters to go to the polls. Jarita Frazier-King, a Natchez businesswoman, community organizer, and activist, said she hopes the Democratic party makes the smart choice and Harris becomes the […] The post Black women in Natchez excited about prospect of a President Kamala Harris appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Utica police search for suspect accused of arson
UTICA, Miss. — The Utica Police Department said it is searching for a suspect who burned down a popular convenience store calledPit Stop on Sunday morning. The community said it is in a tough position because the store was one of the only places where people could buy groceries.
New mural unveiled on Broadway Drive in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - The City of Hattiesburg unveiled a new mural on Broadway Drive Monday morning. The mural was painted by 18-year-old Aubri Sparkman, and it is the 54th in the city. Sparkman grew up in the Hub City and said this was her inspiration while painting the mural.
Southern Miss Women’s Golf: 2024-25 Schedule Features The Judson at Hattiesburg Club
Southern Miss women's golf team, led by coach Colton Cowan, unveils its 2024-25 schedule, headlined by hosting The Judson at Hattiesburg Country Club for the third consecutive year. The Marilynn Smith Sunflower Invitational in Manhattan, Kans. kicks off the season on Sept. 9 at Colbert Hills Golf Course. The Golden...
Meridian native wins the title of Miss Mississippi Volunteer
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The fourth annual Miss Mississippi Volunteer has been crowned and she happens to be from the Queen City. Nineteen-year-old Meridian native, Lauryl Joyner was crowned in Tupelo last month. Throughout the upcoming year, she will travel Mississippi promoting safe driving awareness and teaching better driving practices...
Positive Pathways is hosting a Back to School Bash
VICKSBURG, Miss. – Positive Pathways is hosting an annual Back to School Bash complete with giveaways, music and fun for the family. Positive Pathways is a behavioral and mental health clinic in Vicksburg dedicated to helping the community. The clinic focuses on healing families and individuals by utilizing personalized teams of therapists and support specialists. Therapy teams create schedules tailored to meet each patient’s unique needs. They’ll even travel for home and school visits when it’s convenient to clients. Additionally, they always check in on patients with regular phone calls.
Kosciusko Tries for Federal Affordable Housing Grant
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.–Kosciusko is again applying for a federal grant that could help people who are having trouble affording housing. Mayor Tim Kyle tells Breezynews the city will try again to get the HOME Grant, which is administered by HUD, through the ten planning districts around Mississippi. He said the state gets about $3 million annually, to be divided by just a few communities.
Jackson's embezzlement investigation done, sent to AG's, auditor's offices for 'deeper dive'
The City of Jackson's investigation into the potential embezzlement of funds has been handed over to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office and the Office of the State Auditor, according to the city's communications director Melissa Payne. In June, Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba announced the discovery of "what we believe...
DeSoto County District Attorney's Office said gag order issued over its investigation of inmate's escape
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The DeSoto County District Attorney’s Office confirmed to ABC24 a judge has issued a gag order for D.A. Matthew Barton’s office as he investigates the escape of an inmate at the Desoto County Courthouse in June. The reward stands at $20,000 for Joshua James...
Lineman around the metro participate in ”Monster” football camp
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - On Friday, a few JPS high school football players hit the turf at Hughes Field to take part in the “Monster” camp for linemen, and they did not let the weather stop them from grinding on the gridiron. Despite the dark clouds rolling in...
Delta State FBLA chapter shines at National Leadership Conference in Orlando
CLEVELAND, Miss. — The Delta State University chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) attended the FBLA Collegiate National Leadership Conference recently held in Orlando, Florida. DSU’s Fa’Darryl Cooper, Mississippi State FBLA Collegiate President, achieved a 10th place finish in Public Speaking. Additionally, Delta State students Arianna Chestnut, Amyia Triggs, Semira Brown, Sarama Brown, and LaTamara Oubre all advanced to the final round in their respective events.
Bay Springs’ Anderson Makes Long Run to Win Tough Phoenix Bass Fishing League Event at Lake Ferguson
GREENVILLE, Miss. (July 22, 2024) – Boater John Anderson of Bay Springs, Mississippi, caught a five-bass limit weighing 10 pounds even Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine on Lake Ferguson . The tournament was the fourth event of the season for the BFL Mississippi Division. Anderson earned $5,401, including the lucrative $2,500 Phoenix MLF Contingency Bonus, for his victory.
Furious Food Network star says Great Food Truck Race teams 'ripped off good people of Biloxi'
This story was first published by Sun Herald. . The weather wasn’t great, the portions were small, the lines were long and the prices were much higher than you’d expect. And that’s what the nation saw Sunday night when the Biloxi episode of The Great Food Truck Race premiered on the Food Network.
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