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Positive samples of West Nile virus increase
BROOKHAVEN — Mississippi Department of Health reported a mosquito sample in Lincoln County came back positive for West Nile Virus last week. It is important to note the figure is not a positive case of West Nile and there are no new positive samples this week. One Rankin County resident has a positive case of […] The post Positive samples of West Nile virus increase appeared first on Daily Leader.
Staying safe while boating on the Mississippi
QUINCY, Ill. (KHQA) — As summer goes into full swing, many will be heading out to boat on the Mississippi river. Officials say it's important to remember the basics - Wear a life jacket, don't drink and boat, and always have a fire extinguisher. Make sure you have enough...
As heat rises, inmates and staff swelter in Mississippi’s prisons
As of Friday, five of the six locations where Mississippi’s prisons are located are under a National Weather Service heat advisory. And the Mississippi Department of Corrections has no clear timeline as to when it will install air conditioning to bring relief to inmates and staff. “We are continuing...
Outlet involved in Brett Favre welfare scandal in legal jeopardy
Anna Wolfe, the Mississippi Today reporter who won a Pulitzer Prize for her investigation into improper use of welfare funds in the state and uncovered Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre’s involvement in the scandal, is fighting a losing battle against a defamation lawsuit by former Gov. Phil Bryant. After a judge issued Read more... The post Mississippi Today reporter who outed Brett Favre in welfare scandal compelled by judge to reveal sources appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Mississippi Flood Warning Continues….. No Sign of Ending Soon
A Flood Warning continues on the Mississippi River with no end in sight. The latest river level this morning shows the Mississippi at Dubuque sitting at 22.2 with a slow rise. The latest forecast from the National Weather Service shows the river now reaching 22.4 feet sometime Tuesday and staying above 22 foot level through at least next Friday.
Local farmer says lack of rain puts strain on crop growth
MAYHEW, Miss. (WCBI) – If you live in North Mississippi or West Alabama and are trying to grow anything, you know, this has been a dry summer. Many people need rain for their yards or gardens, but when it hasn’t rained in a while, that can put farmers in a pickle.
Miss Mississippi Volunteer contestants spend day serving others
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – As Miss Mississippi Teen Volunteer, Rebekah Wallace has spent the past year talking with students across the state. On this Independence Day morning, Wallace was visiting with the lunchtime crowd at Tupelo’s Salvation Army. “That’s something I have always had a love for and...
Five Arrested in Pickens County Murder Case Involving Barbara A. McDaniel
In a shocking turn of events, five individuals have been arrested in connection to a murder case in Pickens County. This news broke as authorities made significant headway in an ongoing investigation. Authorities identified the fatality victim as Barbara A. McDaniel, a 63-year-old resident of Gordo. The tragic incident occurred...
Mississippi CPS in need of more foster parents
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Officials with the Mississippi Department of Child Protective Services (CPS) said they’re in urgent need of more foster parents. According to CPS, there are around 4,000 in state custody, but there are only 2,000 licenses foster homes in Mississippi. Roy Logan, a foster home recruiter, said the biggest challenge is finding […]
Caledonia hosts inaugural Fourth of July celebration
Www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-07-04 18:48:19. SUMMARY: Mike and Jackie Savage fulfilled a 30-year dream by launching Caledonia's first Fourth of July parade, aiming to unite the community and celebrate American independence. Hundreds of residents adorned in patriotic colors participated, highlighting the importance of remembering America's break from British rule. Jackie recalled their annual aspiration inspired by other communities, and Mike emphasized the event's role in fostering camaraderie. Resident Robyn Seagraves valued the opportunity to instill national pride in her children. The Savages aim to make this an annual tradition, reinforcing the importance of community and national pride.
Mississippi State hosting five-star guard for women’s basketball official visit
Mississippi State is hosting five-star class of 2025 guard Aubrey Beckham on an official visit this weekend, a source told Maroon and White Daily. One of the top players in the state of Georgia in the class, Beckham is No. 30 in ESPNW’s top 100 rankings. She’s the No. 2 player in the class out […] The post Mississippi State hosting five-star guard for women’s basketball official visit appeared first on On3.
MSU Deer Lab co-director will keep working in retirement
STARKVILLE — Steve Demarais, co-director of the MSU Deer Lab, retired last week. His career working with white-tailed deer began in college although his fascination with deer started in high school. He loved hunting and fishing growing up and his first harvest of a deer was in college when he was at the University of […] The post MSU Deer Lab co-director will keep working in retirement appeared first on Daily Leader.
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