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19-year-old killed in Claiborne County crash
CLAIBORNE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A 19-year-old from Port Gibson was killed during an early morning crash. The crash occurred on Highway 18 West in Claiborne County around 4:10 a.m. on Saturday, August 24. Officials with the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) said a 2017 Nissan Altima was traveling west on Highway 18 near R.K. Neal […]
Two critically injured in Hattiesburg shooting
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Hattiesburg police said two men were critically injured during a shooting Friday night. Police responded to the 3100 block of Hardy Street around 11:00 p.m. on August 23. When officers arrived at the location, they discovered a wrecked passenger vehicle with two men inside. They were both being treated by paramedics. […]
WC finished Friday with a 21-14 win over Northwest Rankin
Warren Central High School football team came away with a 21-14 win in a scrimmage against Northwest Rankin on Friday night. The Vikings got on the scoreboard first after an interception by Ricky Neal which set up a 10-yard touchdown run from Gavin Davenport. Jonah Artman hit the extra point to put the score at 7-0.
Biloxi High School kicks off football season with “Meet the Indians”
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - Members of all teams from both Biloxi High School and junior high showcased what’s in store for the 2024-2025 football season on Friday. With performances from the band, cheer, and dance teams, those in the stands were sure to be entertained. Each member of the...
VHS fell short in the final seconds in a scrimmage against Clinton
Vicksburg High School football team fell short 21-20 in the final seconds against Clinton on Friday. The Gators made a crucial comeback in the second half to compete with the Arrows. “I’m feeling good and we had fun tonight now I’m excited and we’re going to get ready for next...
Farm Systems Grand Reopening following 2023 fire
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - Last October, Farm Systems in Laurel burned down, forcing the business to close for months. Now, Farm Systems is ready to serve the community again less than a year after a disaster forced them to start from scratch. “Our building was struck by a fire on...
City of Petal to request extension on 3-percent restaurant, bar tax
PETAL, Miss. (WDAM) - There’s lot of fun to get into in Petal, thanks to its three-percent sales tax on restaurants, bars and lodging. The city hopes the state Legislature will extend that tax beyond its sunset date of July 1, 2025. “We made a request to (state) Rep....
Counting down to Mississippi State 2024 Kickoff: #8
8 as in… boy do we have a couple of wishful thinking passing combinations today, with one quarterback and two receivers; none playing together. Oh, well. Beginning with the thrower, 8 was the number for Dave Marler, the quarterback/kicker of 1977-78 and among the most versatile Bulldogs of any modern era. He was also a transfer, having begun his career at Mississippi College for two seasons. The Forest, Miss., native promoted himself to State and found his initial niche just booting the ball.
Crews repairing gas leak in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Technicians with Atmos Energy are repairing a gas leak along Earle Street, a day after a natural gas pipeline was damaged. Bobby Morgan, vice president for Public Affairs with Atmos’ Mississippi Division, said the line was ruptured Thursday night by a construction crew working near the 550 block.
HSFT Stop #54: New Hope
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) — After New Hope football went 0-10 last season, it was time for a change. The school brought in former Amory and Petal head coach Allen Glenn to lead the Trojans. Glenn is from Amory, so he said he was excited to be back in North...
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