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NEMCC unveils renovated Ricky G. Ford Court
BOONEVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) – The court at the Bonner Arnold Coliseum at Northeast Mississippi Community College has been renovated. The college unveiled the new design for the Ricky G. Ford Court on Wednesday. The college said the new court will see its inaugural match as a volleyball game on...
Planning commission on Thursday will reconsider request to operate 806 N. Union as a children’s home
NATCHEZ — The city’s planning commission will re-hear a request to operate 806 N. Union St. as a children’s home on Thursday at 5:15 p.m. at the Council Chambers, 115 S Pearl St., across from City Hall. The reopening of the facility as a children’s home does not sit well with many residents who live […] The post Planning commission on Thursday will reconsider request to operate 806 N. Union as a children’s home appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Brandon looking to raise pay for police officers, firefighters & more
JACKSON, Miss. — The City of Brandon is preparing to give police officers, firefighters, 911 dispatchers and public works employees pay raises. Mayor Butch Lee said the employees could see a minimum of $5,000/year increase if approved by the Brandon Board of Aldermen. "We want to reward good behavior,...
Lee County to crack down on unsecured waste loads entering transfer station
TUPELO — In an effort to curb litter, Lee County officials will begin turning away people attempting to drop garbage off at the county's transfer station if those loads aren't secured. After receiving multiple calls from residents living close to the county’s transfer station, which is where most of the city's trash ends up before being shipped to a location in Pontotoc County, county officials ...
College football coach facing lawsuit
Over the course of his career, Lane Kiffin has received plenty of attention for his use of social media. But it appears that the Ole Miss head coach’s X feed has now landed him in potential legal trouble, as he is now facing a lawsuit for copyright infringement from a psychologist and author. According to Read more... The post Lane Kiffin sued for copyright infringement over tweets appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Tour De Coast brings first e-bike share to the Gulf Coast
If you’re looking for a new way to cruise along the Coast, you’re in luck!. Tour De Coast is one of the new businesses in downtown Ocean Springs. The E-Bike share company is the first of its kind in South Mississippi. Ocean Springs residents and lifelong friends Beth...
CRIME REPORTS: Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024
Felonies The following people were booked into the Lee County-Tupelo Adult Jail in connection with felony charges ending Tuesday at 11 a.m. Alfonzo Terrel Gray, 42, of Tupelo, was arrested by the Tupelo Police Department, capias for possession of methamphetamine, possession of cocaine. Antis Green, 24, of Verona, was arrested by the Tupelo Police Department, possession of a Schedule II drug. ...
Understanding Pancreatic Cancer with Gastroenterology Associates of Columbus
Join our host, Karyn Brown, Dr. William Gillespie and Dr. Richard Heard from Gastroenterology Associates of Columbus and Starkville as they discuss the complexities of pancreatic cancer. Learn about the different types, common symptoms, and the importance of early diagnosis. Discover why some cases go unnoticed until advanced stages and what steps you can take if you suspect something is wrong. Don’t miss this vital information on one of the most concerning cancers today!
Pascagoula PD requesting public’s help in finding missing couple
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WLOX) - The Pascagoula Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing couple. According to a Facebook post, John and Lindsey Tetreau were reported missing at 6 p.m. John is described as a 35-year-old male who is 6′1″ in height and Lindsey is...
Downtown Natchez street paving stalls; Forks to Freedom Corridor moves forward
NATCHEZ, Miss. – Plans for repaving downtown streets have been stalled again after no contractor submitted proposals sought by the mayor and Natchez Board of Aldermen. With this being the second time this summer no bidders stepped forward specifying how much the streetwork would cost, the city officials are considering alternatives. “We’re going to be looking at other strategies,” Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson said Tuesday.
Man arrested in Jones Co. after various illegal drugs seized following investigation, traffic stop
JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - A man is behind bars after law enforcement in Jones County seized various amounts of illegal narcotics during a search following a traffic stop Monday. According to the Jones County Sheriff’s Department, 36-year-old Justin Patterson of Laurel was arrested and charged with two counts of...
JQ Gray ready for bigger role in USM running back room
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - It’s hard to replace 4,022 yards of rushing. Frank Gore Jr. left Southern Miss with that mark, the third-most in program history. Senior Dreke Clark will spearhead the 2024 running back room, returning from a 429-yard season which was cut two games short due to a broken hand.
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