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Giving Up Retirement Community Status, Wanting Help With Abandoned Properties, & Bridge Repairs
Clinton will give up Certified Retirement Community status. The road signs encouraging older people to move to Clinton could be coming down soon. The City is reallocating the money it budgets annually to recruit retirees under the Welcome Home Mississippi program. Clinton had been one of fourteen cities authorized to post signs touting themselves as “certified retirement communities.” Now, there are twelve, after Tupelo pulled out of the program, followed by Clinton.
Contraband in Prison, and Many DUI and Drug Arrests in Leake and Attala
KIARA D BROWN, 22, of Sallis, Felony Indictment, ACSO. Bond N/A. RANDALL KEITH GRAVES, 32, of Walnut Grove, Bench Warrant – Leake County Justice Court, LCSO. Bond N/A. FRANKIE D JONES, 44, of Carthage, Bench Warrant – Leake County Justice Court, LCSO. Bond N/A. LISA M LOGAN, 52,...
Weedian Compilation feature three Vicksburg bands
VICKSBURG, Miss. – Weedian’s 38th compilation “Trip to Mississippi and Alabama” feature bands from both Mississippi and Alabama on the sprawling 28 track album. Of the seven bands featured from Mississippi, three are from Vicksburg: Beneath the Kudzu, Chief City, and Death Throes from a Star.
19-year-old killed in Claiborne County crash
CLAIBORNE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A 19-year-old from Port Gibson was killed during an early morning crash. The crash occurred on Highway 18 West in Claiborne County around 4:10 a.m. on Saturday, August 24. Officials with the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) said a 2017 Nissan Altima was traveling west on Highway 18 near R.K. Neal […]
THRILLER: Fondren, Lane lead Cathedral to big win over Central Hinds
NATCHEZ — Tristan Fondren threw for over 200 yards and four touchdown passes while Fred Lane had over 100 rushing yards and three touchdowns as the Cathedral High School Green Wave held on for a wild 55-37 win over the Central Hinds Academy Cougars last Friday night. Fondren threw touchdown passes of 33 yards to […] The post THRILLER: Fondren, Lane lead Cathedral to big win over Central Hinds appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
‘An easy decision to make’: Dedication ceremony held at St Aloysius
St. Aloysius Catholic School held a dedication ceremony for Hosemann Hall, a corridor in the High School building, Thursday morning. The dedication comes after Connie and David Hosemann donated funds to the school for recently completed renovations in the three main buildings of the facility. “Their incredible generosity has touched our hearts and will have […]
Accident with Serious Injuries on Grange Hall
VICKSBURG MS – An accident with serious injuries has occurred on Grange Hall Road near Common Circle. Just before 11 p.m., a single-vehicle accident on Grange Hall Road injured several people, two of them seriously. The vehicle was reported to be in the ditch from persons initially at the scene. While there is no information on the extent of the injuries, two Air Care units are on the way to meet the ambulances at rendezvous locations. One will pick up at the airport and the other from an area hospital.
Family, friends search for missing Lawrence County man
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Family and friends of a missing Lawrence County man asked the public to help find him. The group gathered at the Monticello City Hall on Friday. They’ve been looking for Gregory Varnado, 42, who has been missing since August 15. A Silver Alert has been issued for Varnado. He was last […]
Former VPD officer Doug Arp becomes first addition to Wall of Heroes
The late Douglas “Doug” Arp was honored in a dedication ceremony held Friday at Vicksburg Police Department, where the former officer became the first name added to the Wall of Heroes. Meant as a place to forever memorialize officers who have made a positive difference in their community, Vicksburg Mayor George Flaggs Jr. said there […]
Supper on the ‘Sip 2024 coming in September
The United Way of West Central Mississippi has announced its annual fundraising event, Supper on the ‘Sip 2024 is set to take place Thursday, Sept. 19. “This year’s event promises an unforgettable evening of gourmet dining, scenic strolls, and community support, all benefiting vital programs and initiatives across our region,” United Way of West Central […]
Philadelphia Police Dept. makes arrest in recent shootings
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (WTOK) - The Philadelphia Police Department said it has made an arrest in recent shootings on Beacon Street near Burger King, in which about 15 vehicles were struck with bullets this week, three of which left individuals injured. Philadelphia Police said Jonathan Salvador, 31, of Mexico, was taken...
Notes from Choctaw Co vs. Louisville jamboree
There is no introduction paragraph for this one. Caleb Cunningham is the truth. We have known that for a long time. Last night, we were able to see him take a slant route about 80 yards for a touchdown. It looked like he was out there swatting flies. Whatever college lands him on campus is getting a young man who is amazing. The five-star Alabama commit had the crowds going last night.
North Lee Water Association issues boil water notice
LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WTVA) – The North Lee Water Association has issued a boil water notice. The notice is for the Auburn area and includes everything south of County Road 1562, as well as:. County Road 931. County Road 1061. County Road 1560. County Road 1145. County Road 1460.
HSFT Stop #54: New Hope
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) — After New Hope football went 0-10 last season, it was time for a change. The school brought in former Amory and Petal head coach Allen Glenn to lead the Trojans. Glenn is from Amory, so he said he was excited to be back in North...
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