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Highlighting History: Emancipation Day declared in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – July 15 has been officially declared Emancipation Day in the City of Tupelo. The proclamation, which was made Monday night, was read aloud by Ward 4 Councilwoman Nettie Davis following a program from Dr. Carl B. Mack about why July 15 is an important part of local Black history.
Ole Miss’ Jackson Ross Selected by the Washington Nationals In 2024 MLB Draft
ARLINGTON, Texas. – (Release) Ole Miss Baseball’s Jackson Ross became the first Rebel selected in the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft Monday evening, as he was picked by the Washington Nationals in the ninth round. Ross was the 260thoverall pick in the draft. Ross’ selection continues a streak...
Taylor's Monday 5 PM First Alert Forecast
It’s been another blazing hot day! Many of us haven’t seen rain, but a few spotty showers and storms can’t be ruled out this evening. If any rain develops, it will diminish by midnight. Temperatures will drop into the mid to upper 70s by the morning. We’re going to be under another Heat Advisory on Tuesday. Hit or miss storms are possible on Tuesday, but we'll have a much better chance for rain by the end of the week. Here's the latest forecast.
Woman injured during drive-by shooting at Jackson apartment complex
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A woman was injured during a drive-by shooting at a Jackson apartment complex. The shooting happened at The Park at Inverness on Ridgewood Road on Monday, July 15. Investigators said a black vehicle pulled up to the location and opened fire. Jackson police said the woman was shot once, and her […]
Man arrested over early morning robbery in Starkville
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) – A 27-year-old Starkville man who was on earned release supervision has been arrested and charged with robbery. The Starkville Police Department reports that Kenji Taylor is accused of robbing a person he knew near the ATM of the Renasant Bank on Lamkin Street around 2:30 a.m. on July 10.
Drug bust landed Baldwyn woman behind bars
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — A woman is accused of trafficking drugs in Lee County. Lee County Sheriff Jim Johnson identified the suspect as Amera Crump, 39, of Baldwyn. She’s accused of trafficking 3 pounds of methamphetamine, 2.2 pounds of cocaine and 1,500 fentanyl pills. Authorities arrested her on...
Big hole in the middle of a Mississippi street has become a frustrating obstacle
JACKSON, Mississippi (WAPT) -- People in a West Jackson neighborhood said they’ve been complaining for years about a big hole in the middle of a street. They said their calls to the city haven’t helped. Rashad Caston said he has fond memories growing up in a thriving Jackson...
Meggan Monday: Former Gulfport High friends reconnect through kidney transplant
On this week’s Meggan Monday we are raising awareness about organ donation, specifically live organ donation. Did you know that according to the National Kidney Foundation, 12 people in the US die every day waiting on a kidney. Cragin Gilbert was on that list. He suffers from type one diabetes, but he now has his perfect match and is getting a new kidney tomorrow. Thanks to a very special friend.
Local 8-year-old’s wish granted at Make-A-Wish Mississippi’s 20th annual Martini Shakedown
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - Lots of love and happy tears filled the Beau Rivage Magnolia Ballroom as Make-A-Wish Mississippi held the 20th annual Martini Shakedown. Attendees enjoyed a silent and live auction, great music, lots of food, and of course, martinis. As the special guest entertainment arrived on stage, one...
Coast Life: Local artist’s murals brighten and celebrate communities
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WLOX) - Art can define the identity of a community, and one artist is bringing the vision of her home into focus while celebrating the Coast Life. “Art is meant to get a reaction,” Julia Reyes said. Julia Reyes creates reactions, using her experiences and observations...
Petal School District undergoing leadership changes
PETAL, Miss. (WDAM) - The Petal School District is facing multiple leadership changes for this upcoming school year. Pending school board approval, Emily Branch will serve as the new principal of Petal Primary School. Branch is a 25-year educator who has served the district for 20 years. She was more...
The blessings of an association with Mississippi College
Mississippi – and particularly, Clinton, Mississippi – residents are truly blessed to have a nationally known and recognized institution of higher education in our midst. While graduates of the most expensive Ivy League colleges and universities in the nation emerge, confused and ill-equipped to contribute to society, Mississippi College graduates enter adulthood with enthusiasm, anxious to do their part to conquer the world’s problems and make life better for others.
Wesson Garden Club celebrates National Gardening Week
The Wesson Garden Club recently celebrated National Garden Week with the Butterbeans, the club’s youth gardeners. At the Lanoux Youth Camp at the Wesson Library pavilion, 15 “Butterbeans” made pine cone bird feeders, terrarium planters and a favorite nature banner with Allison Ashmore. They also delivered aloe vera plants to downtown businesses and donated a […] The post Wesson Garden Club celebrates National Gardening Week appeared first on Daily Leader.
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