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Zaxby’s to open drive-thru only restaurant in Laurel
LAUREL, Miss. (WHLT) – Zaxby’s will open Mississippi’s first drive-thru only restaurant in Laurel. Located at 705 N. 16th Avenue, the new Zaxby’s is owned and operated by licensees William Young and Austin Young. The Laurel Zaxby’s is scheduled to open on Monday, July 8.
Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport continues to grow after 50 years
For 50 years, the Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport has been providing flights to and from the Pine Belt with plans to continue building on its success in the decades to come. A 50th anniversary celebration was held Tuesday at the airport to commemorate the occasion. The Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport Authority was formed in 1967 to...
3 Pine Belt newspapers closing for good
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - Three Pine Belt newspapers owned by Buckley Newspapers Incorporated have been closed entirely. The Jasper County News, Smith County Reformer and Laurel Impact released their final editions in June 2024. “We deeply appreciate the committed readers and advertisers who have supported Buckley Newspaper Inc. for...
Jones County BOS set public hearing for TIF project
JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - The Jones County Board of Supervisors sent a public hearing notice for a tax increment financing plan for the Grandview Drive project. This is the project for the new Kim’s No Bull autoplex along with Cannon Motors in Laurel. The county is partnering with...
Applebee’s Faces Backlash After Manager Questions $150 Tip Amount From Black Party For Waitress
Dawn Montgomery, an award-winning journalist from Laurel, MS, took to the social media app X to share her unsettling experience at a local Applebee’s. In the post on social media on June 29, she explained that she and her party of 14 encountered issues over a generous tip left for their waitress, Melissa.
Mississippi man pleads guilty in Arkansas to threatening US judge, federal officer
A Mississippi man has pleaded guilty to threatening a United States judge and federal law enforcement officer, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office Eastern District of Arkansas.
Records set for saltwater fishing in June
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources certified two state saltwater fishing records for June. The first honored is Nathan Bosarge of Biloxi. Setting a tackle record for Golden Tilefish, that fish weighing 23 pounds. A Gautier man set a record as well!. Mark Kleinpeter used a spear in this case.
A guide to surviving the dog days of summer
JACKSON — Summertime brings a lot of fun, but Mississippi has a host of hazards that everyone needs to be prepared for and protect themselves from. The Mississippi State Department of Health is launching a new campaign called “Summer Survival” that will provide tips for everything from heat to food safety, mosquitoes to sunscreen. Each […] The post A guide to surviving the dog days of summer appeared first on Daily Leader.
A new law to improve pregnancy outcomes took effect Monday. But how someone can receive timely prenatal care is still unclear.
The agency issued a general statement about its commitment to implementing the policy – with no details about any outreach, public education or provider training to date. The post A new law to improve pregnancy outcomes took effect Monday. But how someone can receive timely prenatal care is still unclear. appeared first on Mississippi Today.
Texas Ranked In Top Ten Of Worst States For Summer
The Texas summer is full swing as we all know. While the state enjoyed a lot of rain at the beginning of the year, the sun is now making its presence known. Air conditioners are constantly running, and Texans are doing everything they can to stay out of the sun for as long as possible. But Texas isn't the only dealing with this right?
Officials: Bear sightings on the rise in Mississippi
Black bear sightings on game cameras in the Mississippi woods have become increasingly common, not just along the Mississippi River but in almost every corner of the state. The Facebook page Black Bear Sightings has been very active this summer, with people across the state posting pictures from game cameras and other sightings.
Mississippi probation officer accused of embezzlement
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A contracted probation officer for Court Programs, Inc., (CPI) has been arrested on seven counts of embezzlement in Mississippi. State Auditor Shad White said Lacosta Lee received court ordered fines and fees from those on probation. She’s accused of embezzling those funds for her own personal use. Lee was served with a […]
Local lottery winners claim nearly $5,000 in prizes
BROOKHAVEN — Mississippi Lottery Corporation reported two local and recent winners claimed nearly $5,000 in prize money. A woman from Brookhaven and a man from Summit won the prizes in the past week. Mississippi Lottery Corporation reported the Summit man bought a Mega-Millions ticket on June 20 from Crossroads Quick Stop in Summit. He claimed […] The post Local lottery winners claim nearly $5,000 in prizes appeared first on Daily Leader.
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