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MS Cherokee group: Industrial pollution threatens families
A rural Mississippi community is fighting to protect the health of some Cherokee residents threatened by industrial pollution. Barbara Weckesser, treasurer of the group Cherokee Concerned Citizens, and some of her neighbors formed the group in 2013 to address noise, dust and odor stemming from the Bollinger shipyard and Chevron refinery, just a few miles from the Gulf of Mexico community.
Stockett shines in first start as MRA routs Parklane
MADISON — Samuel Stockett couldn’t have asked for a better start. The first-year starter threw five first half touchdowns to lead MRA past Parklane Academy 42-20 in the season-opening MAIS showdown of ranked teams at Patriot Field on Thursday night. “He’s got some good players around him and...
Mississippi Highway Patrol investigates deadly car crash
ADAMS Co., Miss. (WLBT) – The Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash on Highway 84 in Adams County around 9:30 a.m. on Thursday. A 2025 Western Star driven by 49-year-old Robert Berryhill III of Smithdale, MS, was traveling east on Highway 84 when it left the roadway and collided with a creek embankment.
Lincoln County Jail docket: 2 men charged with DUI, marijuana possession
Lincoln County Jail docket, Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024: Thomas Williams, 07/31/1983, 307 Albert St. No. 1 — arrested on bench warrant, by Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office. Dustin Michael McKlemurry, 07/23/1980, 1332 Strawberry Lane SW — arrested, charged with leaving the scene of an accident (property damage), by LCSO. Robert Henderson, 05/12/2002, 1013 Lincoln St., Crystal […] The post Lincoln County Jail docket: 2 men charged with DUI, marijuana possession appeared first on Daily Leader.
Wesson woman claims big prize
WESSON — Mississippi Lottery Corporation shared good news for one Wesson Woman Friday. Three tickets yielded $10,200 in prizes. The Cash4 tickets were purchased from Seerat Food Mart in Hazlehurst. The Mississippi Lottery helps raise funds for education and infrastructure. Net proceeds for July were $8,892,156.49 to start out FY2025, July 1, 2024 to June […] The post Wesson woman claims big prize appeared first on Daily Leader.
Judge rules Jackson can proceed with Hotel O demolition
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A judge ruled that the City of Jackson can proceed with tearing down Hotel O. The Northside Sun reported Municipal Court Judge Jeffery Reynolds issued a memorandum opinion on July 28 to let the city know it can proceed while there is an appeal. He previously ordered the city to demolish […]
Ole Brook volleyball facing mental hurdle
BROOKHAVEN — Ole Brook Head Coach Charlton Grey told his volleyball team they needed to get out of their heads after being swept by Salem Attendance Center. The team lost in three straight sets 25-20, 25-22 and 25-14 Thursday night. Season No.4 is off to a tough start with losses to Lawrence County, McComb, West […] The post Ole Brook volleyball facing mental hurdle appeared first on Daily Leader.
Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: August 16-18
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you’ll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (August 16-18) around Mississippi. Central Mississippi Mississippi Indie Film Forum – Jackson – Friday Food Truck Friday – Jackson – Friday Belhaven Block Party – Jackson […]
Luck runs high in Natchez — tickets purchased at local stores win more than $5,000
Is Natchez a lucky place for Mississippi Lottery players? Last week, tickets purchased at local convenience stores won thousands of dollars in Mississippi Lottery prizes. According to Mississippi Lottery officials, two lucky players who purchased Cash 4 lottery tickets in Natchez won more than $5,000. The winners were announced on the Mississippi Lottery website on […] The post Luck runs high in Natchez — tickets purchased at local stores win more than $5,000 appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
‘We just don’t want you to give up’: Parks Director outlines plans for Jackson Zoo
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson City Council members are raising more questions about the administration’s decision to count some $677,000 in city appropriations as revenue for the Jackson Zoological Park. “Is it going to be your practice... that revenue-generating enterprises within this city, if the city gives it $1.6...
Luxury apartments part of $500 million development in this Metro city
Amid sweltering temperatures Thursday morning, Flowood mayor Gary Rhoads and other dignitaries celebrated the groundbreaking of a mix-used area that is part of an estimated $500 million mixed residential and commercial development called Waterpointe. This part, known as the Heights at Waterpoint is a "traditional neighborhood development," or TND, the "town within a town" would stretch 800,000 square feet in commercial space alone with 240 luxury units. It will also have a 250-car parking garage that will be the...
Tyrese, Ginuwine, Tank to perform in Southaven
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. - Organizers at the Landers Center are planning a night of R&B by welcoming the "R&B Forever Tour" on October 27. The Landers Center said that Tyrese, Ginuwine, and Tank are set to take the venue's stage starting at 7 p.m. that Sunday night. Promoters said that the trio, who released their first joint album in 2013, began performing again at the 2024 Essence Festival of Culture.
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