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UAMS to offer free health screenings at McGehee community event
McGehee, Arkansas – The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is set to host a significant health outreach event titled “Party With a Purpose” on August 3rd in McGehee. This initiative aims to provide crucial health screenings and resources to the community, particularly targeting rural residents in Desha, Chicot, Drew, Jefferson, and Pulaski counties, although the event is open to all Arkansans.
3 face murder charges in Mississippi for Southern student who disappeared before custody hearing
WOODVILLE, Miss. — A trio—including an ex-girlfriend—who allegedly plotted to kill a former Southern University sophomore found shot dead, now face murder charges in western Mississippi, the Wilkinson County Sheriff said Friday. Derek Terrell Hollins Jr., 21, Calajia Jack, 20, and Allyah Martin, 21, each face first-degree...
Mississippi PSC warns utility customers of imposter scam
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Officials with the Mississippi Public Service Commission (PSC) have been made aware of a scam targeting utility customers in the state. According to officials, a caller is impersonating a PSC employee, claiming to collect bank account numbers to deposit overcharges from their utility company into their account. On Thursday, July 25, […]
Man arrested for shooting near Amtrak station in Yazoo City
YAZOO COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A man was arrested in connection to a shooting that occurred near the Amtrak station in Yazoo City. The Yazoo Herald reported authorities arrested the suspect, who was identified as Fernando Weekly, at Delta Circle Apartments on Thursday, July 25. Yazoo City police said the victim, Daryl Taylor, was shot […]
2nd Person in custody for disappearance of Brittany Thompson
GREENWOOD - Investigators have now connected a second man to the disappearance last year of Brittany Thompson of Greenwood. The Greenwood Commonwealth reports 41-year-old Stanley Blackmon of Coila was bound over to a grand jury on Wednesday. He is being held on 100-thousand dollars bond. The Commonwealth reports that County...
A popular Biloxi beach restaurant with NOLA ties is for sale: 'Rarity on the Gulf Coast'
A popular Biloxi beach restaurant that has a sister location in New Orleans has hit the market for more than $3 million. Lucy's Retired Surfer Bar, at 1775 Beach Boulevard, opened on the Mississippi Coast in 2019 after new owners completed a full renovation to the three-story building that was once Bacchus on the Beach.
Elvis Presley and his Biloxi girlfriend June Juanico
SUMMARY: Elvis Presley, before becoming a cultural icon, had a passionate romance with June Juanico in 1955. They met at a Keesler Air Force base show when Juanico was just 17. Their whirlwind relationship featured shared moments like skinny dipping and deep conversations about love and commitment. Despite their bond and talks of marriage, Elvis's rising fame and manager's ambitions created distance. Ultimately, their paths diverged when Juanico, fearing Elvis's infidelity, opted for engagement to another man. Following Elvis's death in 1977, she reflected on their love, admitting she never stopped caring for him.
Judge refuses to dismiss Rankin County sheriff from lawsuit filed by ‘Goon Squad’ victims
JACKSON, Miss. — A federal judgedenied a request from Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey to dismiss a $400 million lawsuit filed by two men abused at the hands of a group of deputies known as “The Goon Squad.”. Michael Jenkins and Eddie Parker were tortured, humiliated, beaten and...
Ole Miss football recruiting talking points heading into Juice Fest
Lane Kiffin and his staff will focus on Juice Fest tomorrow while fans wait for any positive news from the big recruiting weekend. The Rebels will have a slew of recruits attending, and Kiffin hopes they leave with a commitment to Ole Miss at the forefront of their minds. Around...
Man charged in death of Mississippi woman denied bond
FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – The man accused of killing former Southern Miss nursing student Lauren Johansen appeared in Forrest County court on Friday, July 26. Bricen Rivers was denied bond on a first-degree murder charge. He received a $20,000 bond on a grand larceny charge and a $20,000 bond on a tampering with evidence […]
First Alert Forecast: hotter, drier days return next week
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - We’re ending off the week today with clouds and below average temperatures. Highs are forecast to top out in the middle 80s in most spots with a chance of more rain. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop through the afternoon and evening. Some downpours could contain locally heavy rainfall and thunder. Overnight, occasional showers will linger with low temperatures in the 70s.
Northpark Mall welcomes new content lab
RIDGELAND, Miss. (WJTV) – Northpark welcomed its second retailer is just under a week. On Thursday, Selfie! opened at the shopping center. The business is a do-it-yourself content lab where patrons can stop by and shoot or record content for themselves. Photographers and smartphone users alike can utilize the studio for staged shoots, documenting memories, […]
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