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Brandon now home to Entergy’s EV fast chargers
BRANDON, Miss. (WJTV) – Ahead of the busy Fourth of July travel period, Entergy Mississippi unveiled the next location of its direct current electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers. Located in downtown Brandon near Interstate 20, the company’s $350,000 fast charging station will serve both residents and EV drivers passing through on I-20 and nearby I-55. […]
2 Rankin Co. deputies save truck driver’s life after 18-wheeler flips over, bursts into flames
RANKIN CO., Miss. (WLBT) – Two Rankin County deputies helped save a truck driver’s life after he crashed his 18-wheeler on the interstate. Rankin County authorities say the incident happened around 5 p.m. on I-20 east past the city of Brandon. According to officials, the 18-wheeler ran off...
19-Year-Old Pleads Guilty To Madison County Murder
Madison and Rankin County District Attorney Bubba Bramlett, Jr. announced that on June 24, 19-year-old Dawton Gage Whatley, 19 of Walls, Mississippi, pled guilty to second-degree murder in the death of Lemetrius Hollins. On February 5, 2024, officers with the Madison County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to 101 Haley Creek...
Pearl police chief who resigned after WLBT timesheet investigation gets high-ranking job with Capitol Police
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – A former Pearl police chief who was the subject of a 3 On Your Side investigation into possible misuse of Rankin County tax dollars now has a high-ranking role at one state agency while he’s being investigated by another. Spokesperson Bailey Martin said Scott...
1 arrested, 1 wanted for shoplifting at Byram Walmart
BYRAM, Miss. (WJTV) – Byram police arrested a woman and are searching for a second after they allegedly shoplifted nearly $2,000 worth of items from Walmart. Officers said they were notified by Walmart employees on Monday, July 1 of a vehicle leaving the store. They said the vehicle belonged to the suspects who had just […]
Mississippi man pleads guilty in Arkansas to threatening US judge, federal officer
A Mississippi man has pleaded guilty to threatening a United States judge and federal law enforcement officer, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office Eastern District of Arkansas.
Records set for saltwater fishing in June
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources certified two state saltwater fishing records for June. The first honored is Nathan Bosarge of Biloxi. Setting a tackle record for Golden Tilefish, that fish weighing 23 pounds. A Gautier man set a record as well!. Mark Kleinpeter used a spear in this case.
A new law to improve pregnancy outcomes took effect Monday. But how someone can receive timely prenatal care is still unclear.
The agency issued a general statement about its commitment to implementing the policy – with no details about any outreach, public education or provider training to date. The post A new law to improve pregnancy outcomes took effect Monday. But how someone can receive timely prenatal care is still unclear. appeared first on Mississippi Today.
A guide to surviving the dog days of summer
JACKSON — Summertime brings a lot of fun, but Mississippi has a host of hazards that everyone needs to be prepared for and protect themselves from. The Mississippi State Department of Health is launching a new campaign called “Summer Survival” that will provide tips for everything from heat to food safety, mosquitoes to sunscreen. Each […] The post A guide to surviving the dog days of summer appeared first on Daily Leader.
Texas Ranked In Top Ten Of Worst States For Summer
The Texas summer is full swing as we all know. While the state enjoyed a lot of rain at the beginning of the year, the sun is now making its presence known. Air conditioners are constantly running, and Texans are doing everything they can to stay out of the sun for as long as possible. But Texas isn't the only dealing with this right?
Officials: Bear sightings on the rise in Mississippi
Black bear sightings on game cameras in the Mississippi woods have become increasingly common, not just along the Mississippi River but in almost every corner of the state. The Facebook page Black Bear Sightings has been very active this summer, with people across the state posting pictures from game cameras and other sightings.
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