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Historic Auburn closed for repairs, improvements
NATCHEZ — As the scaffolding surrounding the house shows, city-owned historic Auburn is closed for renovations. Carter Burns, director of the Historic Natchez Foundation, and Mimi Miller, director emeritus at the foundation, said they are excited about the work being done, particularly the return of the toruses at the bottom of Auburn’s columns. A torus […] The post Historic Auburn closed for repairs, improvements appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
New Mississippi Blues Trail Marker Honors Jackson Music Venue Hal & Mal’s
Visit Mississippi has unveiled the latest addition to the Mississippi Blues Trail, recognizing Hal & Mal's, a beloved Jackson restaurant, bar and music venue honored for nearly four decades of dedicated promotion of blues music. Located at 200 Commerce Street, Hal & Mal's is a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, blending authentic Mississippi blues music and cuisine. The marker joins over 200 others included in the statewide trail, highlighting pivotal sites linked to the genre and encouraging visitors to explore Mississippi's rich musical heritage.
Cunny says exercise is ‘extra ingredient’ at 100th birthday party
Bob Cunny is a testament that exercise keeps you fit and healthy. On Monday, the Vicksburg resident celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by friends and family at the Junius Ward Johnson Memorial YMCA, where he still works out regularly. “We have all been taught what to do to keep healthy — eat right and sleep […]
Canton chosen for new ABC warehouse
CANTON, Miss. (WJTV) – The City of Canton will be the location for the new Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) warehouse. The Canton News reported the warehouse and distribution facility will include advanced and automated distribution systems. The ABC warehouse will be located to the north and adjacent to the Canton Multipurpose Complex.
JPD recovers 8 stolen vehicles in South Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson police recovered eight stolen cars in South Jackson on Tuesday. The Jackson Police Department says officers were patrolling the area after multiple cars were reported stolen. They eventually found eight cars in a driveway on Marydale Drive near Charleston Drive. Seven cars were recovered at...
Jackson police chief calls for end to gun violence
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Jackson family continues to mourn after losing their loved one to gun violence in the capital city. “My plea to the community is for the parents to hold their children accountable when they see them doing wrong,” said Latoya Mason, the mother of Zedrick Warner. Police said Warner was killed […]
Judge: Media has a right to be at trial of teen accused of killing mom
Carly Gregg, who allegedly fatally shot her mother and tried to kill her stepfather was back in court today where a judge ruled that cameras will be permitted in the courtroom at her upcoming trial. (7/23/24) Fore more crime and trial news coverage, visit Court TV
Suspect wanted for starting fire at Utica gas station
UTICA, Miss. (WJTV) – A reward has been offered for information leading to an arrest in connection to an arson case in Utica. This comes after the Pit Stop in gas station on East Main Street in Utica caught fire just before 7:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 21. Assistant Fire Chief Jordan Lyons, with the […]
Retrial for William ‘Polo’ Edwards continued
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The retrial for the man accused of killing a local community activist in 2022 has been continued. A new trial date has not been set for William “Polo” Edwards, who was arrested and charged in connection to the death of Better Men Society founder Robert Davis. Edwards’ second trial was set for July 29, […]
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