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Man injured after shooting in Vicksburg
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WLBT) - A man is injured after he was shot in Vicksburg. According to the Vicksburg Police Department, the shooting happened in the area of Speed and Washington Streets around 1:21 p.m. on Tuesday. The victim, a 53-year-old man, was shot in the upper right arm and later...
Case dismissed with prejudice against owner of former Briarwood One Building
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The slate has been wiped clean against the owner of a dilapidated North Jackson office building, now that the facility has been torn down. On Tuesday, Municipal Court Judge Jeffrey Reynolds issued an order dismissing charges against Mike Kohan and Briarwood Realty Holding LLC, months after the Briarwood One Building was demolished.
Thursday’s meeting shows Vicksburg is ready for a change
On Thursday evening, a diverse group of over 100 Vicksburg residents gathered at the Warren County Court House for nearly two hours to discuss challenges that the City of Vicksburg faces. Among the topics covered were effectiveness of our city government, public safety, and more. Questions were asked, opinions were shared and, most importantly, the […]
Private Mississippi university unveils plans for $200 million mixed-use development with boutique hotels, dining, other amenities
A private Mississippi university has unveiled plans for a $200 million mixed-use development that will include boutique hotel, restaurants and other amenities that officials say will benefit students and local residents. Mississippi College unveiled plans for the development called “Rising Spring,” which will be located on a 54-acre site along...
Safe Haven Baby Box will save lives as the first for Mississippi goes up in Long Beach
When Caitlin Kelly of Pass Christian answered a calling to help ensure better protection and resources for infants and their mothers in crisis, she had no idea it was the beginning of a national movement. A nurse, an adoptive mother, and former foster parent, Kelly has worked tirelessly alongside legislators...
Mendenhall Man Pleads Guilty to Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
A Mendenhall man pled guilty today to possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. According to court documents, 39-year-old Koda Tye Williamson, a convicted felon, was found in possession of a firearm by the Simpson County Sheriff’s Department during the execution of a search warrant on his home for narcotics distribution and illegal firearms possession. It is a violation of federal law for a convicted felon to possess a firearm. Williamson has previous felony convictions for manslaughter and methamphetamine possession.
Ashley Rentz Allen returns home to open law practice
Ashley Rentz Allen is coming home to practice law. An attorney specializing in divorce and family law, she is excited to return home and serve her community with her law practice, Ashley Rentz Allen Law Firm, located at 273 West Beacon Street, which opened earlier this month. “I’ve always wanted...
Vision Neshoba meeting Aug. 6
The Vision Neshoba master plan will be presented to the public next week. The Vision Neshoba committee is inviting the public to its meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Ellis Theatre. During the meeting, representatives from Orion Planning & Design (OPD) will present Neshoba...
Friends enjoy cooking at the Fair
The Weir Cabin is filled with family and friends who share in the cooking the week of the Neshoba County Fair. Wednesday night has become “Spaghetti Night,” prepared by cabin guests and longtime friends Sharon Anthony Brown and Rory Trapp. “There is nothing like a dinner table with...
Former Jackson Prep Pitcher Promoted to the MLB by the New York Yankees
NEW YORK, NY (WJTV)- A former Jackson Prep pitcher will be making his debut tonight for the New York Yankees. Will Warren was called-up by the Major League squad Tuesday afternoon. Warren has won 5 games in Triple-A this year while posting 115 strikeouts. The Yankees play the Philadelphia Phillies at 5:40 p.m.
Woman shot dead at nightclub
A woman is dead, and a man was injured in a shooting at a nightclub on Road 410 early Sunday morning. The dead woman has been identified as Evelyn M. Anderson, 57, of Newton, according to Neshoba County Sheriff Eric Clark. The investigation determined Anderson was struck by a projectile...
Man arrested with meth, marijuana after high-speed chase
A Neshoba County man was arrested on meth and marijuana charges after he led authorities on a high-speed chase through town that started near Williams Brothers and ended on Carver Avenue. The man, Andre T. Wilson, 58, 1680 Road 739, was arrested and charged with felony fleeing, possession of a...
Trailer stolen from church lot
Police are looking for a man wanted in connection with a trailer stolen from the parking lot of the Church at the Arc after they arrested a woman. The woman, Nikita M. Jenkins, 36, 2205 27th Avenue, Meridian, was arrested and charged with grand larceny, according to Police Chief Eric Lyons.
McCurdy wins the Heart O’ Dixie again
Jay McCurdy of Starkville took home first place in Saturday’s Heart O’ Dixie Triathlon with a time of 1:52:53. Triathlons include running, biking and swimming, and McCurdy says that the course for the Heart O’ Dixie is one of the more unique that he has done in his 20-plus years of participating in events like this.
Saints Hall of Famer donates defibrillators
In a gesture of goodwill and commitment to community health and safety, former New Orleans Saints Hall of Famer and Philadelphia High School Alum Fred McAfee, in collaboration with the New Orleans Saints organization, has generously donated two life-saving defibrillators to Philadelphia High School. The donation was warmly received by...
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