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Giving Up Retirement Community Status, Wanting Help With Abandoned Properties, & Bridge Repairs
Clinton will give up Certified Retirement Community status. The road signs encouraging older people to move to Clinton could be coming down soon. The City is reallocating the money it budgets annually to recruit retirees under the Welcome Home Mississippi program. Clinton had been one of fourteen cities authorized to post signs touting themselves as “certified retirement communities.” Now, there are twelve, after Tupelo pulled out of the program, followed by Clinton.
Mississippi officials saw the Jackson water crisis coming — and did nothing
In the summer of 2015, officials in Jackson, Mississippi sent the state a series of water samples taken at different locations throughout the city’s public water system. Residents had complained for weeks about the low pressure in their taps, and the city wanted to test the distribution system to check for possible contamination. Sure enough, regulators in the Mississippi State Department of Health, or MSDH, identified elevated lead levels in the water supply. But rather than immediately informing the city about the public health risk, they sat on the data for half a year. Unwittingly, residents continued to drink toxic water.
From Mississippi to Australia: Madison Central graduate’s emotional journey to joining professional soccer team
RIDGELAND, Miss. (WLBT) - Ever since Cariel Ellis was 7 years old, she had a soccer ball at her feet and now her lifelong dream of being a professional player is coming true. “I always prayed and hoped that I would go pro,” Cariel Ellis said. “My parents and all the coaches I had growing up from club always believed in me so I had to continue to believe in myself.”
SummerFest takes place in Downtown Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The 8th annual SummerFest happened Saturday evening at Dumont Plaza. Snow cones, live music, games, food, and community were all at the event. SummerFest allows the people of Meridian to gather around and enjoy each other’s company. A local citizen created SummerFest to show her...
Vicksburg football plays with an identity that encapsulates the city
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WLBT) - Less than a mile from the banks of the Mississippi River sits Vicksburg Memorial Stadium. “The Swamp,” as it’s nicknamed, is home to the Vicksburg High School football team. The Gators exemplify the spirit of the city, according to head coach Christopher Lacey,...
Notes from Choctaw Co vs. Louisville jamboree
There is no introduction paragraph for this one. Caleb Cunningham is the truth. We have known that for a long time. Last night, we were able to see him take a slant route about 80 yards for a touchdown. It looked like he was out there swatting flies. Whatever college lands him on campus is getting a young man who is amazing. The five-star Alabama commit had the crowds going last night.
North Lee Water Association issues boil water notice
LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WTVA) – The North Lee Water Association has issued a boil water notice. The notice is for the Auburn area and includes everything south of County Road 1562, as well as:. County Road 931. County Road 1061. County Road 1560. County Road 1145. County Road 1460.
HS football highlights/scores: Week Zero
WATCH: Highlights from Week Zero of the high school football season. Starkville Academy 35, Chambers 31. Central Holmes 21, Oak Hill Academy 19. Heritage Academy 50, Winston Academy 25. Lamar County 12, South Lamar 6. Aliceville 21, Pickens County 13.
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.
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...
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