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Evers Home could be nominated for World Heritage List
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced that she has authorized the National Park Service (NPS) to prepare a potential nomination for 11 U.S. Civil Rights Movement sites in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kansas, Mississippi, Virginia and Washington, DC to be added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. The site in Mississippi […]
MHP enters 2024 Best Looking Cruiser contest
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) is competing in the “Best Looking Cruiser” contest. According to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (DPS), MHP’s new Ford Mustang has been entered into the 2024 American Association of State Troopers “Best Looking Cruiser” contest. Click here to cast your vote. Voting will end on […]
Missing 15-year-old girl from Brandon found
BRANDON, Miss. (WLBT) – The Brandon Police Department was asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing teen on Wednesday. According to a post on Facebook from the police department, 15-year-old Kamauri Harris was last seen in the Crossgates subdivision getting into a gold Honda Accord with an unknown driver.
Mason Nichols to return to Swayze Field for senior season in 2025
Ole Miss baseball has been on a roll lately and have started to see some momentum head back in the right direction in recent days, following what once was a tough offseason stretch. That momentum continued Wednesday, as senior right-handed pitcher Mason Nichols announced his intentions to return to Swayze...
Storm damage reports in East Missississppi
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Wednesday afternoon several cities and towns across East Mississippi were hit with very strong scattered thunderstorms resulting in a lot of damage. There was a multi-vehicle wreck on North Hills Street, with no major injuries being reported. According to reports, a single vehicle rolled over on...
Ole Miss baseball adds third portal pitcher with Tampa transfer Alex Canney
Inside the Rebels has confirmed initial reports that Junior University of Tampa right-handed pitcher Alex Canney is the latest to join Ole Miss' 2024 transfer class. The 6-foot-1, 200-pound veteran was a 38-game starter across three seasons for the Spartans and now becomes first-year pitching coach Joel Mangrum's third transfer pitcher commitment.
Mayor, City Council issue support for JSU Sonic Boom. Band fundraising for Rose Bowl parade
The Sonic Boom of the South is getting a bump from city leaders as they prepare to perform at the 136th Tournament of Roses Parade on Jan. 1, 2025, in Pasadena, California. Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba as well as Jackson City Council issued a proclamation and resolutions in support of the band, announcing Jackson State University’s fundraising campaign to “give the boom their roses” and send them to Pasadena, California.
Judge denies motion to enforce judgment in Dau Mabil case
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Hinds County judge said the brother of Dau Mabil cannot conduct an autopsy with a certain pathologist. Dau was found deceased in the Pearl River in Lawrence County in April after he disappeared in Jackson in March. Dau’s wife, Karissa Bowley, and his brother, Bul Mabil, have been at odds […]
Jackson subdivision neighbors concerned about road erosion
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Some major concerns in a Jackson subdivision were addressed during Tuesday’s City Council meeting. The Brookwood Subdivision is a place where many call home, but some residents said road safety has always been a major concern. “The residents who live in that part of Brookwood won’t be able to get out. […]
Gipson Cleaners has new owners
Gipson Cleaners will re-open as Beacon Street Cleaners as early as this summer after the original owners retired in 2022 leaving the county without a dry cleaners. The new owners are Danial Zahid, Dylan Goines, and Zach Barnett. Christy Baysinger will serve as the general manager. While no precise date...
Hall paints her first mural at Old Mexico
Lake Hall, who has been painting since middle school, recently had the opportunity to paint her first mural at Old Mexico Restaurant. “I feel like it gives the whole restaurant a different and homey feeling,” Hall said. “Being able to sign my name and knowing that it’s here in my hometown is so rewarding.”
MSU faculty members recognized nationally as outstanding educators
STARKVILLE, Miss.—Two Mississippi State University faculty members in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences are in the spotlight for excellence in teaching with awards from a national agricultural education organization. The North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture is honoring Aswathy Rai, assistant teaching professor in the Department...
May sunset photo contest winner announced
NATCHEZ — Mary Seni has been named the first winner of the Natchez Sunset Photo Contest for the month of May. The contest, spanning 12 months and ending April 30, 2025, encourages amateur photographers to submit their best photos of beautiful Natchez sunsets. Seni’s photo, which she calls “February,” stands out among other entries this […] The post May sunset photo contest winner announced appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
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