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Jackson Public Schools prepare for a new year
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – A new school year for Jackson Public Schools begins Monday when students return to classrooms. Friday, JPS leaders, board members, teachers and staff held a Convocation at the Mississippi Coliseum focusing on new possibilities for scholars. 3 On Your Side talked one on one with Superintendent Dr. Errick Greene Friday afternoon about the new year in the district.
Hartfield Academy enters season as defending 6A champs
FLOWOOD, Miss. (WLBT) – Last season, Hartfield Academy went 14-0 and won the MAIS 6A State Championship, the first in school history. Now, the Hawks are in unfamiliar territory as defending state champs. “We had a great season last year, but we’ve got to turn the page and start...
Saving lives by preventing suicide has broad impact
Anyone can learn how to divert a person from suicide, and a class on that subject is open to the public two weeks from today, Aug. 17, at the American Legion building in Tupelo. When Dan Johnson, of Tupelo, lost his son to suicide in 2013, he lost a tremendous part of himself as well. The tragedy that took his son’s life changed the lives of everyone who knew the young man. Part of the hole it ...
Summit native Alijah Martin hosts free youth basketball camp
Summit native Alijah Martin is not only focused on his senior season as a Florida Gator, but she is also helping the future generations of basketball players. This camp was free and open to the public and hopes of making sure everyone has the same opportunity to learn about the sport of basketball. He hopes […]
Columbus Police Seek Public's Help to Apprehend Suspect in Daylight Robbery on East Kossuth Street
In the 200 block of East Kossuth Street, an incident shook the sense of security for those frequenting the local business area. According to a media release by the Columbus Police Department yesterday, a robbery took place on July 10, where an unidentified male suspect targeted a woman in the parking lot, forcibly taking her purse and leaving the victim on the ground as he made his escape on foot. The brief and violent encounter has prompted police to appeal to the public for assistance.
Life of former student supposedly lured to death in Mississippi celebrated at Southern University memorial
BATON ROUGE — A balloon release memorial for a Southern University student who was killed after being brought to Mississippi took place Saturday. The memorial for Steven Harris was organized by his mother Lasonia and held in front of the Issac Greggs Music Hall on Southern's campus. The event, which started at 6 p.m., saw white, blue and yellow balloons released in Harris' honor.
Mississippi schools limit outside practice time amid high heat
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Mississippians will soon enjoy high school football under the Friday night lights. With high temperatures in the forecast, top athletic officials want to make sure athletes are not at risk for any heat-related injuries. The Wet Bulb Globe Temperature is what the Mississippi High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) uses to determine […]
Presidential election has political delegates excited in TN, MS
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — We are just weeks away from the Democratic National Convention, which comes on the heels of what many say was a very successful Republican National Convention. Many delegates in the Mid-South are gearing up for the convention, including on Mississippi delegate anxious to cast her vote. We met Kelly Jacobs outside the DeSoto […]
Starkville PD continues to receive citizen reports of scam calls
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Starkville Police Department says they are continuing to receive citizen reports of scam calls. Callers typically identify themselves as law enforcement officials and threaten to arrest the victim if money is not sent. The latest threats have been related to summons, subpoenas, and warrants...
Damages sought for hundreds who ate foreign seafood sold as Gulf fresh at Mary Mahoney’s
The legendary South Mississippi restaurant has admitted mislabeling seafood as red snapper or redfish, prompting a lawsuit that seeks class-action status to recover financial damages for diners served from 2012-2019.
Concert promoter concerned about possible mold at Thalia Mara Hall
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson leaders and a concert promoter are concerned about the future of Thalia Mara Hall after “early microbial activity” was discovered in the facility. Thalia Mara Hall has been temporarily closed due to the issue of possible mold. The discovery came after a recent malfunction with the HVAC controller at Thalia […]
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