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Shooting suspect that left a man hurt appears in Corinth Municipal Court
CORINTH, Miss. (WTVA) - A man charged with a shooting that left a man hurt had a bond hearing in Corinth on Thursday, August 15. Corinth Police said that Rashaun Ford, 20, surrendered himself in regarding a weekend shooting in the city Tuesday. He is facing aggravated assault charges in...
Temporary road closure in Starkville as bikers participate in Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) - Starkville Police Department announced that a temporary road closure will happen Friday, August 16th. Expect brief delays as motorcycles travel through Starkville for the 2024 Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Dinner Ride. Riders will leave Sturgis at 4:00 p.m. and arrive in Starkville at about 4:20 p.m.
Rose Hill Cemetery in Meridian: Graves of the King and Queen of the Gypsies
Kelly Mitchell’s tombstone in Meridian, MS, immortalizes her as “The Gypsy Queen.” Mitchell was buried in Rose Hill Cemetery in February of 1915. More than 100 years later, people come from near and far to visit the Victorian-style cemetery and leave gifts on her grave. The items on the grave, a reflection of the unique and fascinating burial traditions of the Romani people, as well as the local superstitions, add a layer of intrigue and respect to the death and burial of the woman called “The Gypsy Queen” by her family and the community alike.
'Growth and opportunities': Isaiah Hamilton trying to be a better 'press-man' corner at Ole Miss
Defensive back Isaiah Hamilton didn't have all the notoriety and rankings other defensive players had coming out of Houston, Texas. However, that didn't stop him from just doing his job when given the opportunity at the next level. Hamilton spent his first three college football seasons at Texas Southern, where...
Ole Miss women's basketball signs Sophia Jite Gbemuotor from Delta State, Nigeria
Ole Miss women's basketball keeps working to build for the 2024-25 campaign, as head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin announced the signing of Sophia Jite Gbemuotor from Delta State, Nigeria on Tuesday. "Sophia has elevated our roster instantly. She is a dynamic forward that can score at all 3 levels," said McPhee-McCuin....
Tyrese, Ginuwine, Tank to perform in Southaven
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. - Organizers at the Landers Center are planning a night of R&B by welcoming the "R&B Forever Tour" on October 27. The Landers Center said that Tyrese, Ginuwine, and Tank are set to take the venue's stage starting at 7 p.m. that Sunday night. Promoters said that the trio, who released their first joint album in 2013, began performing again at the 2024 Essence Festival of Culture.
Columbus city councilman pleads guilty to DUI charge in Alabama
The court ordered Ward 4 Councilman Pierre Beard to pay more than $2,000 in fines for the misdemeanor counts. Columbus city councilman pleads guilty to DUI charge in Alabama. A Columbus councilman pleaded guilty Tuesday to driving under the influence and marijuana possession related to a traffic stop in December.
Lincoln County under excessive heat warning
BROOKHAVEN — The National Weather Service issued an excessive heat warning for Lincoln County and other parts of southwest Mississippi. The warning is in effect from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Temperatures could reach a high of 97 with a heat index of 107 today. NWS Jackson forecasts a 40 percent chance of showers and […] The post Lincoln County under excessive heat warning appeared first on Daily Leader.
Mar-Jac Poultry Settles with OSHA After Fatal Industrial Accident
The U.S. Department of Labor announced Thursday that it has reached a settlement with a Mississippi poultry processing plant after a teenage worker became caught in a machine and died last July. Mar-Jac Poultry will pay $164,814 in fines and implement improved safety measures to protect employees from machine hazards....
Starkville fire chief to run for mayor
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) — Starkville’s fire chief announced his candidacy for the city’s mayoral election. Charles Yarbrough made the announcement on his Facebook page on Thursday morning, Aug. 15. Open this link to read his announcement. Election qualifying begins in January. That’s when candidates can start filing...
Gold Strike Casino Resort Rebrands Sportsbook
TUNICA, MS – Gold Strike Casino Resort officially rebranded its sportsbook in collaboration with DraftKings to open the Gold Strike Sportsbook powered by DraftKings. “We are excited to collaborate with DraftKings to deliver an exceptional sports betting experience to our guests,” said Dean Rubin, SVP and General Manager of Gold Strike Casino Resort. “Our reputation for excellence combined with DraftKings’ innovation will elevate our sportsbook to new heights and set the bar for sports betting in the regional gaming market.”
Laurel man arrested for stealing farm equipment
JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – Agents with the Mississippi Agriculture and Livestock Theft Bureau (MALTB) arrested a man after they recovered a stolen tractor, attachments and lawnmower in Jones County. On August 10, 2024, MALTB was contacted about the possible location of a Kubota MX6000 tractor and front-end loader, Land Pride pallet forks, Land Pride […]
Hotty Toddy Gosh Almighty....The Ole Miss Rebels Are Going To The Playoff!
The biggest Ole Miss football season in school history is upon us! The Rebels finished 11-2 in 2023 capping off a huge year by thrashing Penn State in the Peach Bowl. There's NEVER been an energy around this program quite like right now. Lane Kiffin has lit this thing on fire and the season cannot get here fast enough.
The media can not separate Ole Miss from this SEC powerhouse in power rankings
There are just over two weeks until the SEC teams start their 2024 season, and several teams have chances to make the championship game. During the last month, the media could not agree on whether Ole Miss should be ranked higher than Alabama. Brad Crawford of 247Sports released his preseason...
MS Ethics Complaint Filed Against City for Public Records Request Violation
Frustration over transparency in local government has escalated for Jeff Hall, a resident of Ocean Springs, who recently filed a formal complaint with the Mississippi State Ethics Commission. Hall alleges that "the City of Ocean Springs failed to respond to his Public Records Request concerning inquires into the Ocean Springs...
Southaven Police Looking For Runaway Juvenile
The Southaven Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding 16-year-old Willie Reed, a runaway juvenile. Willie is described as a black male with brown eyes and black and red hair. He is approximately 5’4” tall and weighs around 140 pounds. He was last seen wearing a purple t-shirt and black pants.
Hattiesburg Clinic doctors say ambient AI lowers stress, burnout
Hattiesburg Clinic doctors say ambient AI lowers stress, burnout. Ambient AI scribe technology works well for many doctors at the physician-owned and -governed Hattiesburg Clinic, and they are welcome to use it if they wish. For some, however, the digital tool doesn’t fit into their workflow, so they are free to continue practicing without it.
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