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Mississippi Miss Hospitality crowned its newest representative, Chloe Grace Weeks
Chloe Grace Weeks of Winston County was crowned the 2024 Mississippi Miss Hospitality on Saturday during the competition at the Saenger Theater in downtown Hattiesburg. She was one of 42 contestants throughout the state competing for the title. She was crowned by 2023 Miss Hospitality Abney Grace Pittman of Wayne County at the end of the program.
Mississippi Republicans support Trump nomination
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Republican National Convention (RNC) has been a celebration for most of the week as former President Donald Trump and his running mate J.D. Vance received the official nomination from the party. Following last week’s assassination attempt on Trump, Mississippi Republicans said the party is as united as ever. “We really […]
Mississippi state Sen. Michael McLendon cleared of DUI charge in Alabama
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A Mississippi lawmaker said Tuesday that he has been cleared of a DUI charge brought against him last year in Alabama. Republican Sen. Michael McLendon of Hernando was arrested on June 5, 2023, near Foley, Alabama, after law enforcement officers said dispatchers received a call about a reckless driver heading southbound […]
Police: Homeless man arrested after carjacking, assaulting woman in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss. (WLOX) - Thursday, the Waveland Police Department announced the arrest of 24-year-old Taye Thomas-Troy Dufrene after the investigation of a carjacking. The incident took place around 8 a.m. Thursday morning, which is when investigators say a woman was approached by Dufrene in the parking lot of Wal-Mart and asked her for a ride, offering money in return. She agreed, and as the woman drove into the area of Avenue B and Coral Street, Dufrene began punching her in the face and said he would kill her if she didn’t get out of the car. She complied, and Dufrene drove off in the vehicle.
Third annual Back to School Bash being hosted on Saturday
Krewe Unique and the Mark Semour VFW is hosting their third annual Back to School Bash this weekend. The community can come out to VFW Post 5699 from 11 AM to 2 PM. Not only will school supplies be given out, but food, games, and so much more will add to the fun!
Travel warning issued in Coahoma Co., MS after reports of shootings
COAHOMA COUNTY, Miss. — Law enforcement in Coahoma County, Mississippi is issuing a travel warning after several reports of shootings near a highway. The Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office is urging people to stay away from the Friars Point area near Highway One. According to reports, several shootings have been reported in the area from 8 […]
North Oconee baseball RHP Noah Allen makes his college decision
North Oconee baseball rising senior Noah Allen committed to Ole Miss on Tuesday. The right-handed pitcher re-opened his recruitment in mid-April, backing off a verbal pledge to Georgia that he made in October 2023 following the Bulldogs' coaching shift. He'll be remaining in the SEC, after receiving offers from all across the country, including the Big 12 and ACC.
Reminder: Let’s Get Ready for Our Adventure Health Fair To Be Held at the Vicksburg Warren County Library at 1 pm Today
Vicksburg, MS – Excel by 5 and United Way of West Central Mississippi announce “Let’s Get Ready for Our Adventure,” a health fair focused on community health and wellness. The event will take place at the Warren County Public Library on Thursday, July 18, 2024, from 12:45 PM to 6:30 PM.
Two Mississippi women severely injured in shooting, suspect on the loose
BROOKHAVEN, Miss. (WLBT) - Two women are left with severe injuries after LaDamian Dewanqez White, 16, repeatedly shot them. According to the Brookhaven Police Department, officers were dispatched to Ozark Lane on a shots fired call. When officers arrived, two women who had been struck by multiple rounds were discovered.
Historic building collapsed overnight in Grenada
GRENADA, Miss. (WTVA) — An overnight storm caused part of a building to collapse in Grenada. The two-story building is located on the Square. The storm caused the entire front of the building to fall, scattering hundreds of bricks into the street. Locals told WTVA reporter Chris Nalls that...
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