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Disturbance in the Fairpark District leads to an Ecru man’s arrest
Www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-07-27 18:45:39. SUMMARY: On July 26, in Tupelo, Mississippi, police arrested 34-year-old Michael Shumaker after he created a disturbance outside the Toast Cocktail and Piano Bar while allegedly intoxicated. Shumaker was denied entry to the establishment and subsequently pointed a handgun at people in the parking lot. Officers quickly apprehended him and seized the firearm. He faces multiple charges, including Public Drunk, Disorderly Conduct, and Resisting Arrest, and was taken to the Lee County Jail. Witnesses reported the incident occurred around 11:00 p.m. during the night.
Man faces misdemeanor charges after allegedly pulling gun on people in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – A man was arrested in Tupelo Friday night for allegedly pulling a gun on people. Tupelo Police report that around 11 p.m., officers were called to Toast Cocktail & Piano Bar on Troy Street for a disturbance involving a man with a gun. Police were...
Arrest warrants issued for ‘persons of interest’ in Thursday shooting in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Two Hattiesburg residents identified as “”persons of interest” connected to a Thursday morning shooting have had warrants sworn against them, charging each with aggravated assault/use of deadly weapon. According to the Hattiesburg Police Department Facebook page, both Keon Ray Shawn Griffin, 25, and...
New grads join The W’s ‘Long Blue Line’
Www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-07-26 18:51:39. SUMMARY: Mississippi University for Women celebrated its summer commencement ceremony, adding 369 graduates to its “Long Blue Line.” The event took place in Rent Auditorium, with graduates from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, education, business, and arts. Bill Vandergriff was awarded an honorary doctorate, and the College of Nursing and Health Sciences was renamed in honor of him and his wife, Jo-Ann. The ceremony highlighted the university's commitment to fostering diverse academic programs and recognizing significant contributions to its mission.
Tupelo Junior Auxiliary’s Clothes Closet helps students in need dress for success
Tupelo's Junior Auxiliary is making sure every student has a pair of clean clothes and shoes for the start of the school year. Tupelo Junior Auxiliary’s Clothes Closet helps students in need dress for success. Tupelo's Junior Auxiliary is making sure every student has a pair of clean clothes...
WCU hosts social-emotional training for prospective teachers
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - William Carey University hosted a workshop Friday on social-emotional learning. The workshop was set up for students pursuing teaching careers in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM). Students learned ways to understand social environments, interact with their peers and deal with negative feelings. The guest speaker...
Harper & Morgan PRCA Rodeo at the Neshoba County Fair
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (WTOK) - The Harper and Morgan PRCA rodeo kicked off tonight at the Neshoba County Fair. Despite mighty wet conditions the rodeo still went on and the crowd came out to support. In the downpour, bull riders put their best foot foward to try to beat the clock. From kids playing in the mud to adults watching in the stands, everyone came out to have a good time kicking off day one of the fair.
Southern Miss dedicates season to fallen teammate MJ Daniels
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) -The Southern Miss Golden Eagles will hit the practice field for fall camp next week, but they’ll be doing it without one of their own. It’s been more than a month since the tragic shooting death of former Golden Eagle and George County Rebel MJ Daniels.
‘We worked well together’: Council comes up with new ward lines at Thursday meeting
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – A day after unofficially settling on a new map, most members of the Jackson City Council appear pleased with the way the city’s new ward lines are shaping up. On Thursday, the council met again to hammer out ward lines. The lines must be...
Trade program graduates use their skills to revamp Biloxi park
Graduates from one local workforce development school spent the day fixing up a local park in Biloxi. The KOPC Workforce Development offers a free craft training program for people aged 18 to 50. Students learn general construction and electrical wiring. Their final test each year is to volunteer to repair...
Town of Heidelberg to hold special election on Sept. 5
HEIDELBERG, Miss. (WDAM) - The Town of Heidelberg has started its search for a new mayor. Th search for a new municipal leader comes nearly two weeks after Mayor David Taylor II unexpectedly passed away on July 14. “We look forward to continuing with the town and trying to improve...
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