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Louisiana Pearl River residents disapprove of new flood control lake plan
(The Center Square) — Despite the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers supporting a scaled-down flood control lake near downtown Jackson, Mississippi, environmental groups and residents in Louisiana remain opposed to the project, saying it could result in environmental damage to coastal fisheries and wetlands. The federal agency said at...
‘Good News’ convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses wraps up third weekend in Pearl
PEARL, Miss. (WLBT) - The third weekend of local conventions of Jehovah’s Witnesses has concluded, drawing around 1,500 people to the metro area. The conventions were held over three weekends at Clyde Muse Center in Pearl, with the final day being July 14. Thousands of people from Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana attended the conventions, helping boost the local economy.
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 […]
Federal grant funds professional growth for Mississippi Delta STEM teachers
Delta State University has launched a new program to help STEM teachers in the Delta. The Collaborative for Rural STEM Education program provides resources and professional development. Its funding comes from a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education. This year’s program has 22 teachers from 12 districts,...
2024 Sanderson Farms Championship tickets available online
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Tickets for the 2024 Sanderson Farms Championship at The Country Club of Jackson are now available online. The championship will take place from September 30 to October 6. Those who wish to attend can purchase their mobile tickets via the ticket link at the Sanderson Farms Championship website. Military personnel and first responders are granted […]
Applications open next month for Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund
www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-07-16 09:14:15 SUMMARY: Applications will soon open for the third round of Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund (MOSTF) money on August 1, 2024, with a […] The post Applications open next month for Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund appeared first on Biloxi Local News and Events. Related posts: $9.8M allocated for 21 outdoor stewardship projects Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Manager highlights key projects from historic investment Applications available for new round of Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund projects
Mississippians react to attempted assassination of Trump
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has sparked a war of words that goes well beyond social media platforms. The shooting happened during Trump’s campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, July 13. The former president received an injury to his right ear. One spectator was killed and another was […]
Attorney for Favre in MS welfare scandal lawsuit removed from case
An attorney representing former NFL quarterback Brett Favre in a civil lawsuit against the Mississippi Department of Human Services has been removed from Favre's legal team by a Hinds County circuit judge. Judge Faye Peterson in a Thursday filing removed one of Favre's New York-based attorneys, Daniel Koevary, for violating...
A man sought in three states was detained during a traffic stop
A suspect wanted in three states was arrested during a traffic stop, Russellville Police announced on Sunday. Billy Joe Williams faced nearly a dozen charges in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi, including robbery, assault, and exploitation of an elderly person. Russellville Police reported that Williams tried to hide on the passenger...
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...
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...
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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