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Highlighting History: Emancipation Day declared in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – July 15 has been officially declared Emancipation Day in the City of Tupelo. The proclamation, which was made Monday night, was read aloud by Ward 4 Councilwoman Nettie Davis following a program from Dr. Carl B. Mack about why July 15 is an important part of local Black history.
Indecent Exposure and Multiple Shoplifting, Disorderly Conduct, and DUIs in Attala and Leake Arrests
JERMEL D BALL, 25, of Kosciusko, Indecent Exposure, KPD. Bond $1,300. JESSICA D BOLICK, 33, of Hickory, NC, Shoplifting, CPD. Bond $889.25. HEATHER A BURRAGE, 31, of Carthage, DUI – 1st, No Driver’s License, MHP. Bond $1,000, $500. DEVON L CRISLER, 30, of Walnut Grove, Bench Warrant –...
River City Comedy Explosion tour returns this Saturday, July 20
VICKSBURG, Miss. – The River City Comedy Explosion tour returns this Saturday, July 20 at the Vicksburg Convention Center, beginning at 8 p.m. Featuring an all-star lineup of comedic heavyweights, including Rodney Perry, Kerwin Claiborne, Jessie McDonald, Myron Jewells, Big Kenney, and Dre Daniels, these comedic maestros are guaranteed to leave you in stitches with their unique styles and gut-busting humor.
Former wide receiver dismissed by Ole Miss handling business on and off the field
Wide receiver Chris Marshall lasted four months with the Ole Miss program in 2023, being dismissed for violation of team rules. Marshall had previously been part of the 2022 recruiting class at Texas A&M. According to the on3 Industry Rankings, Chris Marshall was ranked the No. 3 wide receiver and...
Donations boxes in Aberdeen being used to dump unwanted items
Www.wcbi.com – Kaitlyn Yeatman – 2024-07-15 18:51:30. SUMMARY: In Aberdeen, Mississippi, residents are misusing donation boxes on East Canal Street meant for clothes and shoes by dumping household trash, causing actual donations to spoil. Mayor Dwight Stevens urges the community to only deposit properly bagged, usable clothes. He noted that boxes at Food Giant were removed due to similar misuse. The mayor highlighted the unsightly nature of the problem and its impact on donation quality, reflecting community concerns about the issue. For continuous updates, follow WCBI on Facebook and X.
CDF spotlight: Blackmon Chevrolet has been driven for 39 years
TUPELO – For nearly 39 years, Dwayne Blackmon Chevrolet has been a fixture on South Gloster Street in Tupelo. Blackmon's father, Frankie, was a veteran of automotive dealerships before launching his own in November 1985. "He started at a Chevrolet dealership in Meridian in the late 50s, then went to a Buick dealership and worked there for quite a while, then decided he wanted to go out on his ...
More than 110 golfers tee it up for Folds of Honor Golf Classic
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - Honoring their sacrifice and educating their legacy: it’s the idea behind Folds of Honor. On Monday, the group gathered more than 110 golfers for their second annual tournament to have fun and raise funds. Folds of Honor provides educational scholarships to go toward families of...
Gulfport Dragway Gears Up for King of the Coast Event #4
Mark your calendars for Event #4 of the 20th Annual BTE King of the Coast Bracket Racing Series on August 30- September 1, 2024 at Gulfport Dragway. GULFPORT, MS- Event #4 of the BTE King of the Coast Bracket Racing Series, presented by David McMurtry Performance Engines, is set for August 30 – September 1, 2024, at Gulfport Dragway. This action-packed weekend will feature numerous classes, including Electronics, Footbrake, Sportsman, and Junior Dragsters. Additionally, the 2023 season BTE King of the Coast Tournament of Champions for Electronics, Footbrake, and Sportsman will also take place over the weekend.
State signee Conrad Cason drafted by Red Sox
Mississippi State 2024 baseball signee Conrad Cason has been selected in the 8th round of the 2024 Major League Baseball draft by the Boston Red Sox with pick #237. Cason is a player who has received interest from pro clubs throughout his senior season. An injury hampered some of his play during the '24 season, but not enough to fall in the eyes of big league scouts.
Bogue Chitto residents celebrate connection to clear water
It’s been a decade coming, but over 70 homes in the Bogue Chitto community have been connected to clean county water for the first time. Many of the citizens who were recently connected to the county water system attended a ceremony at New Vernon Church in Marion Junction Thursday, July 11 to mark the occasion. West Dallas Water Board Vice Chair Maggie Drake-Peterson said it was the health of the citizens and the desire to make the community grow that fueled efforts to get clean water hooked up to homes in the area.
Star QB was not happy with his depiction in ‘NCAA Football’ video game
Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart does not seem too impressed with his depiction in the new “NCAA Football” video game from EA Sports. At Monday’s SEC Media Day, Dart got to see his image in the new EA Sports game, which is slated to release on July 19. Dart is depicted with a rather prominent... The post Star QB was not happy with his depiction in ‘NCAA Football’ video game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Mississippi State baseball's Dakota Jordan picked by San Francisco Giants in 2024 MLB Draft
Mississippi State baseball star outfielder Dakota Jordan was selected by the San Francisco Giants in the fourth round and No. 116 pick of the 2024 MLB Draft on Monday. Jordan, a draft-eligible sophomore, received many national accolades in 2024, including a second team All-American selection and a Golden Spikes semifinalist. The draft pick holds a slot value of $624,800.
Lincoln County VFDs fight early-morning house fire
BROOKHAVEN — Volunteer Firefighters with New Sight Volunteer Fire Department and Heucks Retreat Volunteer Fire Department responded to a fully involved house fire Monday morning. No injuries or fatalities were reported. Firefighters were initially dispatched around 1 a.m. to 1322 Old St. John Road. A smoke column and glow could be seen about 2.5 miles […] The post Lincoln County VFDs fight early-morning house fire appeared first on Daily Leader.
Funerals Paused for Fire Investigation
PANOLA COUNTY - The Panola County Coroner has paused funeral services for an elderly Crowder couple to allow investigators more time to look into the fire that apparently killed them on a recent Sunday afternoon. The Panolian reports Mary and Nelson King died Sunday at their home at 131 Love...
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