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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.
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.
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 […]
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.
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...
Takeaways from Jeff Lebby's Press Conference at SEC Media Days
Jeff Lebby met with the media on Wednesday, providing an opening statement and responding to several questions. After seeing Lebby's press conference, I developed a few key takeaways that will be critical for the Bulldogs this season. Jeff Lebby is instilling a winning culture for Mississippi State football. One of...
Cuddle Volunteers Needed at Brookhaven Animal Rescue League
The Brookhaven Animal Rescue League (BARL) is calling for Cuddle Volunteers to help socialize shy and abandoned animals. Many of these animals, often dumped as puppies, have had little to no human interaction, making it challenging for them to adapt and become adoptable. Cuddle Volunteers can make a significant impact...
Northpark Mall welcomes Charlotte Russe
RIDGELAND, Miss. (WJTV) – Northpark welcomed the national retailer Charlotte Russe as the newest addition to the shopping center. Charlotte Russe offers shoppers access to the latest clothing, footwear and accessories. “We are so happy to announce the addition of Charlotte Russe to Northpark,” said Shawn Cochran, General Manager of Northpark. “Charlotte Russe’s commitment to affordable […]
A Shopper's Delight! Local Merchant Prizes and Big Sales for July Sidewalk Sale
Ocean Springs shoppers will be on the lookout for some big sales and specials this Saturday during the second day of the Chamber's Annual July Sidewalk Sale. A host of local merchants have signed up to participate in offering shoppers one of a kind sales, specials and celebrations for Friday and Saturday.
A guide to the 2024 Neshoba County Fair
NESHOBA COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The 2024 Neshoba County Fair will soon kickoff with food, entertainment and political speaking. This year’s fair is from July 26 to August 2. Here’s a guide for the fairgrounds. Ticket information Season tickets are $60 per person for the Neshoba County Fair. Children ages nine and under do not […]
The Playbook: How Carter Callaway is restyling the Hattiesburg Country Club
Golfweek magazine recently listed the 18-hole, par 72 golf course as the best private course in Mississippi. When Carter Callaway bought the Hattiesburg Country Club (HCC) in 2017, he set an ambitious 10-year goal of transforming the antiquated property into the South’s finest private country club. After major renovations...
Experience the Perseids Meteor Shower in Vicksburg
VICKSBURG, Miss – The Perseid Meteor Shower has begun and will peak in the Vicksburg area the night of August 11 and early morning on the 12th. The annual display happens when Earth passes through the debris stream of comet Swift-Tuttle. This year that is happening in mid to late July and through most of August. The peak night for viewing will be the night of August 11 and early morning of the 12th. However a waxing moon may partially obstruct some meteors.
Families frustrated after items removed from Pearl cemetery plots
PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) – Families who have loved ones buried at a Pearl cemetery are upset. On Thursday, people had to go through a trailer bed of bagged and labeled flower arrangements, flags, solar lights and memorabilia that was removed from their loved ones’ gravesites at Floral Hills Memory Gardens. Management at the cemetery said […]
Julie Patton Johnson to Host Back to School Drive this Weekend
VICKSBURG, Miss. – Julie Patton Johnson, of Keller Williams,bwill host a Back to School Drive on behalf of Warrenton Elementary this Saturday, July 20th from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. “I am collecting school supplies or Venmo for our needy children of Warren County. This year we are collecting...
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