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Hancock County Library System mourns one of its "champions," Mary Perkins
The Hancock County Library System lost one of its many “champions” on Friday, August 23, 2024, when long-time local resident Mary Perkins (75) passed away at her home in Bay St. Louis. Mary Perkins most recently served as an emeritus member of the Library Foundation of Hancock County, an organization that she helped establish in 1995, and which still serves the local library system, and as the only non-profit library foundation in the state of Mississippi. The Library Foundation was recently selected as the 2024 recipient of the “Non-Profit of the Year” by the Hancock Chamber of Commerce, and will be recognized at the Chamber’s Annual Awards Gala, August 29th at the Hollywood Casino.
Volleyball season kicks off with three games, rule change
With just a couple of weeks before the 2024 volleyball season starts up for the Rebels, here is a look at the first three games of the season and an important rule change. NCAA volleyball players will have to adapt to a new rule this season. Players are allowed to make contact with the ball twice if they are passing it to a teammate, rather than once.
Warren County Fire Services undergoes restructuring
The Warren County Fire Services has recently undergone changes to its organizational structure. Previously, the services were comprised of six stations classified as individual nonprofits; however, those nonprofits have been combined under an umbrella organization also called the Warren County Fire Services. That organization includes an oversight board of five members serving staggered terms. The […]
Another step made on city's long battle to demolish the Hotel O. See the judge's ruling
The Hotel O has been declared a public menace, with a hopeful timeline of demolishing the building in October. The announcement was made by City Attorney Drew Martin at the Jackson City Council's Tuesday meeting. Earlier in the day, Municipal Court Judge Henry Clay declared the property a public menace and fined...
Pearl business wins Fund Her Future grant
Pearl-based small business Strands of Faith was recently announced as finalist winner for Block Advisors by H&R Block’s Fund Her Future national grant program. Strands of Faith founder Ameka Coleman, who started her company after noticing many healthcare patients lacked access to non-toxic haircare products that celebrated their textured hair, received a $12,500 grant.
Natchez AT&T workers on strike: ‘Our families suffer because they won’t negotiate’
NATCHEZ — Josh Goldman, a Natchez AT&T employee, said over the past 11 days Natchez workers have joined thousands of other picketing AT&T workers in nine states across the southeast who are on an “unfair labor” strike. Goldman stood by around 10 other Natchez-area employees outside the AT&T building on Main Street. He said they […] The post Natchez AT&T workers on strike: ‘Our families suffer because they won’t negotiate’ appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Pavilion Rental Fee to Double under Mayor’s Proposal
VICKSBURG, Miss. – The recent proposed increase to rental rates for the City Pavilion and The Ardis T. Williams Auditorium, made in an announcement last week by Mayor Flaggs will be an increase of between $100 and $250. The proposed rental fee for the City Pavilion is $200, a...
Ole Miss, Dart have bevy of receiving targets led by Harris, transfer Wells
Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart has dangerous targets all across the board, when they’re healthy. He can fling it deep to Tre Harris or Antwane Jr. “Juice” Wells, or find tight end Caden Prieskorn or Jordan Watkins. The list goes on. The sixth-ranked Rebels enter the season without star tailback Quinshon Judkins, but with arguably the deepest and best collection of […]
Pass Aldermen Vote to Stop Walkway Project After First Phase
PASS CHRISTIAN (GG) — Following the recognition of three officers from the Pass Christian Police Department for saving a domestic violence situation, the city Board of Aldermen unanimously voted (5-0) to halt the four phase pedestrian walkway at the regular meeting Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Phase I of the Project was approved to allow the completion.
St. Dominic using new tool to detect sepsis in patients
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Officials with St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson announced a major advancement in healthcare with the implementation of the IntelliSep test in its emergency department. According to the hospital, the diagnostic tool allows for the early detection and treatment of sepsis in Mississippi. Sepsis is a leading cause of mortality in hospitals across the nation. “As the first facility in […]
McComb shooting victim found deceased in ditch
MCCOMB, Miss. (WJTV) – McComb police are investigating after a man was found deceased in a ditch. McComb Police Chief Juan Cloy said officers responded to the call near the intersection of North Cherry Street and Avenue G just before 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 27. According to Cloy, the victim had been shot. He […]
Red's Old Timers Blues Festival
CLARKSDALE - The Delta Blues Museum in partnership with Red's Blues Lounge is hosting Red's Old Timers Blues Festival later this week. The event begins Friday at 10 a.m. at the MLK Park and Stage. Scheduled performers are Charlie Musselwhite, Frank "Guitar Man" Rimmer, Little Willie Farmer, Ms. Gladys Kyles, Brotha Ric Patton, Beverly Davis, Little Joe Ayers, Otis "TCB" Taylor, John Horton, Watermelon Slim and Cadillac John.
Air Force flight nurse receives Bronze Star for actions at Abbey Gate
Lt. Col. Jayde Sharp, a flight nurse with the 183rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, Jackson, Mississippi, received the Bronze Star Medal for his actions at Abbey Gate during the American withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Parent of B.B. Comer High School cheerleader claims daughter’s health neglected by coaches following concussion
A parent of a B.B. Comer High School student is voicing concerns about his daughter's cheer coaches and how they handled her health after she suffered a concussion.
Meridian Police Department investigates Tuesday evening armed robbery
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Officials say they received a call around 7 p.m. that an armed robbery had occurred in the 4600 block of 5th Street. A black male wearing a blue hoodie entered the store and demanded money from the clerk while displaying a firearm. Investigators processed the scene, and...
The MAX to screen award-winning documentary "Rising Hope" on September 10
The MAX is hosting a special screening of the documentary "Rising Hope". The documentary examines hope in the face of generational poverty, diving into the struggles of those who are determined to overcome. "Rising Hope" was named Best Documentary Feature at the LightReel Film Festival in Washington, and top Mississippi...
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