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Arrest made in connection to January shooting in Grenada
GRENADA, Miss. (WTVA) – A man has been arrested and charged in connection to a January shooting in Grenada. Grenada Police confirmed that 39-year-old Jameson Terrell Hayes was found and arrested for murder in Panola County. He is accused of shooting and killing Charles Santez Coffey on Saturday, January...
Man arrested for drive-by shooting in Madison
On July 19, 2024, through an extensive investigation, The Madison Police Department made an arrest in regards to the shooting into an occupied dwelling that occurred in the Northbay Subdivision on July 11, 2024. Roman Cortez Hines, age 38, of Jackson, MS was taken into custody without incident where he will be charged with Drive By Shooting and Shooting Into An Occupied Dwelling.
Jackson State University Students Coach Small Businesses on Using AI
(TNS) — Jackson State University students are teaching small Mississippi businesses and nonprofits statewide to use artificial intelligence through its new Mississippi AI Agency. The AI Agency is an initiative of the Mississippi AI Collaborative, which was created in June 2023 to help people across Mississippi learn about and...
Vicksburg Warren School District approves clear bag policy for athletic events
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – The Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) implemented a clear-bag policy for all athletic events. Vicksburg Daily News reported the policy was approved on Thursday, July 18 during the VWSD School Board meeting. According to the policy, all bags brought to athletic events must be no bigger than 12″ x 6″ x […]
Natchez-Adams School District supplying all students with free, custom backpacks
NATCHEZ — With the help of a Natchez High School alumnus, Natchez Adams School District is supplying every student with customized book bags at no cost to families. Public engagement coordinator Tony Fields said the school district is afforded the opportunity to provide students with backpacks through federal programs, not district funds, but is typically […] The post Natchez-Adams School District supplying all students with free, custom backpacks appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Olive Branch 9-year-old cuts 100 yards for free
As many try to stay cool in the summer heat, one Mississippi boy is embracing the challenge. Nine-year-old Jedidah Dupray is braving the heat to provide free lawn care for those in need. Since starting last year, he’s now mowed more than 100 yards. “Because they can’t really do their lawn. They can’t really move […]
2024 SEC preseason poll rankings for Ole Miss, Mississippi State
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Southeastern Conference (SEC) released its 2024 preseason poll of media covering SEC Football Media Days. Georgia has been predicted to win the 2024 SEC Championship. Texas was picked to be the Bulldogs’ opponent in the Longhorns’ first season in the league. The Ole Miss Rebels are predicted to finish at […]
Probable cause hearing is July 31 for complaint against fire chief
NATCHEZ — Natchez Municipal Judge Christina Daugherty will hold a probable cause hearing on July 31 at 10 a.m. to decide whether a complaint against the Natchez fire chief is warranted. Municipal Court is located inside the Natchez Police Department at 233 D’Evereux Drive. Former police officer and NAACP official Lee Ford filed a complaint […] The post Probable cause hearing is July 31 for complaint against fire chief appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Judge Lifts Social Media Gag Order on Heather Wyatt
PASCAGOULA, Miss – Chancery Court Judge Mark Maples lifted Heather Wyatt’s social media gag order during a hearing on Thursday afternoon in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Heather Wyatt, from Ocean Springs, claims that bullying led her 13-year-old daughter, Aubreigh Wyatt, who died by suicide. Earlier this week, the parents of the other children involved dropped their defamation case against the mother.
VIDEO: Homeschool athletic program, Tupelo Titans finally approved to play public school teams
Tupelo Titans is a homeschool athletic program that gives kids the opportunity to play organized sports. It started back in 2020, four years later it's approved as a competitor to public school teams. Tags. Localnow. Homeschool athletic program, Tupelo Titans finally approved to play public school teams. Tupelo Titans is...
46th annual ‘Mississippi Watermelon Festival’ held in Mize
MIZE, Miss. (WDAM) - Smith County’s favorite fruit was celebrated this weekend during the 46th annual Mississippi Watermelon Festival. The town of Mize hosted the event, which was held on Friday night and Saturday at Mize City Park. There were lots of arts, crafts and food vendors, activities for...
The Port of Aberdeen will soon see some major upgrades
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – The Port of Aberdeen will soon see some major upgrades. Aberdeen Mayor Dwight Stevens says work will soon be underway to build a rail line from the downtown area to the Port. That project is part of a plan to improve and revitalize the port...
Gardner Watson property sold, contents up for grabs
TUPELO – Inside what was once the Gardner Watson Ice and Video store on Rankin Boulevard Extended in Tupelo are the remnants of the business that once had just about everything — appliances, videocassettes, and, of course, ice. But Charlie and Peggy Gardner Watson, who are both in the 80s, are ready to let it all go. In fact, they have to get rid of the remaining contents, as they've sold the ...
Community leaders, high school football team collab for backpack giveaway in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) - Cars filled the parking lot of Macedonia Baptist Church in Ocean Springs on Saturday as families were lined up and ready to receive some backpacks for their children. It’s all thanks to the Distinguished Gentlemen of Ocean Springs and their reflection on what it was...
MSU linebacker Lewis has a reason to keep smiling
Trials have come John Lewis’ way, but he just keeps smiling. As he walked into the Dallas Omni Hotel at Tuesday’s Southeastern Conference Media Days Media Days appearance, Lewis couldn’t stop the smiling. The pictures stitched inside his custom-made suit jacket could explain much of that. Lewis...
CRIME REPORTS: Saturday, July 20, 2024
Felonies The following people were booked into the Lee County-Tupelo Adult Jail in connection with felony charges ending Friday at 11 a.m. Richard W. Chism, 44, of Mooreville, was arrested by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, possession of a Schedule II drug, improper equipment. Mario Denman, 25, of Tupelo, was arrested by the Verona Police Department, felony fleeing. James T. Edwards, 42, of ...
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