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Drug Trafficking, Contraband in Prison, and Petit Larceny in Leake and Attala Arrests
JEFFERY RYDELL BROWN, 43, of Carthage, Bench Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, Hold for Other Agency, Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, Warrant – Carthage Municipal Court, CPD. Bond $0, N/A, $25,000, $15,000, $639.25. KEVIN C CROSS, 30, of Carthage, Disorderly Conduct...
Leake Academy’s George Wilcox nominated for Best QB in Mississippi by The Clarion-Ledger
Leake Academy George Wilcox is among several players nominated as the best high school quarterback in the state by The Clarion Ledger. “As the 2024 football season inches closer MHSSAA and MAIS football fans can decide on which high school quarterback is the best in Mississippi,” reads the post by The Clarion Ledger’s Michael Chavez.
BREAKING: Rebel Pitcher Hunter Elliott announces his return to Ole Miss
OXFORD, Miss. – Ole Miss pitcher Hunter Elliott announced on Twitter that he would be returning to Oxford for another year despite being drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 20th round of the MLB Draft. Back in 2022, as a freshman, Elliott became a key contributor to...
Elderly man charged with terroristic threat, kidnapping after incident at Mississippi school
MARION COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – Marion County deputies arrested an elderly man after he allegedly held two staff members at an elementary school against their will. Marion County Sheriff Berkley Hall said Timothy Wad, 76, of Foxworth, entered the West Marion Primary School before 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 25, as staff were entering. The […]
Land at Collins Fire Training Center to be cleared for new, live-fire training props
COLLINS, Miss. (WDAM) - The Collins Police and Fire Training Center will soon have some more space for fire training. About 2 1/2 acres of land on the north side of the center is set to be cleared, so some new, flammable liquid-fire training props can be used. The Collins...
Temps rising back to normal levels in the coming days, but scattered showers linger
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - After a soggy start to the week with some unseasonably cool temperatures, we’re coming into the back half of the workweek with a more standard summer pattern on tap. We’ll still have to contend with showers throughout the morning today, letting up mostly after the...
Rain sticks around for Thursday
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Rain chances continue for Thursday but should back off somewhat by Friday. THURSDAY: Another round of steady rain is on the way, breaking up at times. Persistent rain should hold highs once again to the low 80s or even upper 70s, similar to Wednesday. THURSDAY...
Byram mayor hopes to increase police, firefighter pay as part of 2025 budget
BYRAM, Miss. (WLBT) – Budget talks for Byram are expected to get underway next week, and Mayor Richard White is hoping the city can find the funds to give police and firefighters a raise. White says they’re the first of what will likely be four meetings for city leaders...
Gluckstadt commission rezones travel sports facility land, residents express concerns
The Gluckstadt Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday night voted to recommend land at at U.S. 51 and Weisenberger Road be rezoned from R1, meaning residential, to C2, meaning commercial, to accommodate a proposed travel sports complex, despite several people who attended the meeting to voice opposition to the measure. The travel sports facility, previously labeled as the "Gluckstadt Megadome," is a $100 million project that has been in the works for months under 828 Sports...
Tupelo Salvation Army installs cameras for added security
Www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2024-07-24 18:35:04. SUMMARY: Tupelo Salvation Army recently completed installing a security system, including cameras, following incidents of theft and vandalism. Over $3,000 was stolen last fall, prompting concerns for safety on the premises. Captain Leanna Marion noted a significant decrease in criminal activity since the system's installation and fewer police calls, allowing law enforcement to focus on other emergencies. New policies, such as restricting access during the day except for meals and implementing a day pass system, aim to enhance safety. The shelter provides vital support to the homeless community, prioritizing a safer environment for its guests.
Brookhaven High School has a new assistant principal, and a new start time
Brookhaven High School has welcomed a new assistant principal, and has adjusted its student instruction start time. Kelsey Gibson is the new assistant principal at BHS. She begins her fourth year with the district in the 2024-2025 academic year, having been an English teacher at BHS and an academic coach at Alexander Jr. High. Prior […] The post Brookhaven High School has a new assistant principal, and a new start time appeared first on Daily Leader.
Soul Fusion fills stomachs with hope, good food
NATCHEZ – Even with its small start, Chef Jarita Frazier-King believes the grand re-opening of her restaurant Soul Fusion to be the start of something big, she said. On Friday, July 12, King opened her doors and welcomed everyone in for the grand re-opening of Soul Fusion, which houses the Soul Fusion cafe, Rod’s Grill […] The post Soul Fusion fills stomachs with hope, good food appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
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