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New court date set for Herrington trial; Jurors will be brought in from outside county
Hearing to seal case files set for Thursday The man accused of killing Jimmy “Jay” Lee in 2022, Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington Jr., received a new trial date Monday and he will face jurors from outside of Lafayette County. Herrington was arrested on July 22, 2022, and charged with Lee’s murder. He was indicted on […] The post New court date set for Herrington trial; Jurors will be brought in from outside county appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Belhaven University Announces Dates for Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024
Belhaven University Announces Dates for Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024. July 22, 2024 (Jackson, Miss.) - Alumni, students, parents, and families will share memories, build new traditions, enjoy special events, and reunite during Belhaven’s Homecoming and Family Weekend, September 27-29, 2024. There will be a wide variety of activities...
Behind the Business: Awesome Deals Flea Market
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WLOX) - What was once a yard sale is now a full-time business for Bill Spurlin. “We just started buying and reselling, and it wasn’t a matter of months we bought out the people in the largest buildings,” he explains. Now in Long Beach —...
Local Assistance: Aid available for those affected by weekend storms
Severe weather season is here, and over the weekend, consistent rain caused flash flooding. While people may have routines to prepare for bad weather, businesses and organizations remain ready to assist the community. Twin States News spoke with the CEO of EMEPA, Randy Carroll, who says they’re always ready for...
Boil Water Notice issued in Porterville
KEMPER COUNTY, Miss. (WTOK) - The Porterville Water Association issued a Boil Water Notice Monday. It affects customers on Howard Johnson Road, Kemper Springs Road and Terry Road, due to a line break. Boil-Water Notices: Precautions to Take. If you are under a boil-water notice. Do not drink tap water.
Deadly Shooting Friday in Carthage
A man was killed Friday night on Martin Luther King Dr. in Carthage. An officer was flagged down and quickly called for an ambulance when he found there was a gunshot victim. The man who has been identified as 30-year-old Kevin Christopher Cross Jr. of Carthage was taken to the hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
School board holds hearing on proposed 2024-25 budget
On Thursday, the Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) Board of Trustees held a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-25. VWSD Chief Financial Officer Kathy Hughes prepared and presented information regarding the budget. Hughes reviewed the latest statistics on the population of Warren County of a total of 41,961 people. For the […]
Jackson police investigate shootings that left 3 dead, at least 4 injured over the weekend
A Jackson Police official confirmed to the Clarion Ledger that authorities are investigating two shootings that left three people dead and four others injured over the weekend. Public Information Officer Tommie Brown said a Sunday shooting at a Shell gas station in the 2800 block of McDowell Road left two people dead and four others injured. ...
MSU Vets to the Rescue: Rare Sea Turtles Saved in Thrilling Life-Saving Procedures!
In a heartwarming display of dedication and expertise, Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM) has successfully saved a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, one of the world's most endangered sea turtle species, during its third visit for specialized care. Known affectionately as Toast Malone, this resilient...
Percy Quin State Park to reopen with new renovations
MCCOMB, Miss. (WJTV) – Officials with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) announced the grand re-opening of Percy Quin State Park in McComb. Starting at 8:00 a.m. on August 2, the park will host a social in the all-new camp store, followed by a special program and unveiling of the new campground. […]
See, Test and Treat event in Holmes County offers free screening
To combat health care disparities and promote early detection of cervical and breast cancers, the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s Cancer Center and Research Institute (CCRI) will host a crucial screening event in Holmes County. Like many rural areas, Holmes County faces significant health care disparities due to limited...
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