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Police will implement new policy at events
BROOKHAVEN — A new policy for events worked by Brookhaven Police Department will prohibit masks, hoods and backpacks. Brookhaven Police Chief Kenny Collins called The Daily Leader to inform citizens about the new policy. The policy is similar to a clear bag policy implemented by Brookhaven School District last year. Three men, aged 19-20, were […] The post Police will implement new policy at events appeared first on Daily Leader.
Local lottery winners claim nearly $5,000 in prizes
BROOKHAVEN — Mississippi Lottery Corporation reported two local and recent winners claimed nearly $5,000 in prize money. A woman from Brookhaven and a man from Summit won the prizes in the past week. Mississippi Lottery Corporation reported the Summit man bought a Mega-Millions ticket on June 20 from Crossroads Quick Stop in Summit. He claimed […] The post Local lottery winners claim nearly $5,000 in prizes appeared first on Daily Leader.
Local business offers cool new treat
BROOKHAVEN — Tucked away in the back half of The Crouton is a new serving station for rolled ice cream. It is a cool treat to beat the heat stress conditions forecast this week. Owner Donna Therrell first opened The Crouton in 2020 just a few weeks before COVID-19 shut down business as normal in […] The post Local business offers cool new treat appeared first on Daily Leader.
Brookhaven Farmers Market relocates Tuesday markets
The Brookhaven Farmers Market is moving back downtown for the remainder of its Tuesday markets. This summer, the market has set up on Tuesdays at Brookhaven Exchange Club, 2-6 p.m. For the rest of the summer, vendors will be in Railroad Park 4-6 p.m. “We have loved our time at the Exchange Club Park but […] The post Brookhaven Farmers Market relocates Tuesday markets appeared first on Daily Leader.
Heat advisory, thunderstorms likely Wednesday
BROOKHAVEN — The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory and forecast of a chance for thunderstorms Wednesday. The rain chances will drive up humidity and the heat index. According to the NWS in Jackson, temperatures will reach a high of 93 degrees Wednesday but high humidity will drive the heat index up to 107. […] The post Heat advisory, thunderstorms likely Wednesday appeared first on Daily Leader.
County will get state help in HVAC project
BROOKHAVEN — Lincoln County Administrator Daniel Calcote said the county will get state help to replace the HVAC system at the courthouse. Calcote gave an update on the project to the Board of Supervisors Monday. Back in February, Lincoln County Engineer Ryan Holmes suggested the supervisors consider alternates 1, 2 and 3 to replace the […] The post County will get state help in HVAC project appeared first on Daily Leader.
Civic Center waiting on more security system bids
BROOKHAVEN — Lincoln Civic Center Director Chaston Bullock told the Lincoln County Board of Supervisors they received additional bids for a security system. The current camera system is outdated and antiquated. Bullock said one bid came in from local company Electronic Controls Inc. in Brookhaven. The company looked at the Civic Center Friday and turned […] The post Civic Center waiting on more security system bids appeared first on Daily Leader.
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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