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Hundreds attend 2024 Farish Forward Festival and Expo
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Hundreds of people gathered on Saturday for the Farish Forward Festival and Expo. The two-day event celebrates and promotes the culture, history and legacy of the Farish Street Historic District. “Farish Street is a part of my life. It’s a part of my history. It’s a part of my legacy. My […]
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,...
Fire damages Halloween attraction in Brandon
BRANDON, Miss. (WJTV) – Brandon and Pearl firefighters responded to a fire at one of the City of Brandon’s Halloween attractions. The fire occurred at The Dark Zone Haunted House around 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 24. The Dark Zone is located on Woodgate Drive. Tony Cox, a board member of the Exchange Club of […]
Missing man found at residence
A search involving multiple agencies for a 45-year-old missing man who earlier this afternoon had reported being “lost in the woods” has ended with him being found safe at a residence on Frederick Road in rural Adams County. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten said Lawerence Daniel Baker looked to be “in bad shape,” adding AMR […] The post Missing man found at residence appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Mayflower Café officially reopens to public on Monday
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A historic café will officially reopen to the public on Monday, August 26. The Mayflower Café held a soft opening for customers on Friday, August 23. The restaurant sits on the corner of Capitol Street and Roach Street. The new owners, Hunter Evans and Cody McCain, bought the Mayflower Café, and renovations […]
Two adults, one child injured in Jones County crash
JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – Two adults and a child were injured during a two-vehicle crash in Jones County. Officials with the Jones County Fire Council said the crash occurred shortly before 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 24 on Florence Church Road. When firefighters arrived at the location, they found a Pontiac Sunfire and a […]
First Alert Forecast: Sweltering heat makes a comeback this upcoming week
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Tonight: Temperatures will begin to fall this evening bottoming out in the mid to low 70s. Mostly clear skies are expected tonight however some areas of patchy fog may develop but most of us should see clear conditions for the start to your Sunday. Sunday: It...
Scammers pose as law enforcement, ask for payment of fine
Scammers posing as law enforcement officers and businesses are at work trying to solicit “fines” and personal details from unsuspecting residents of the Miss Lou in recent days. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten said, “The scammers are hard at it today. I hope no one falls for this,” in response to two reports he’d received […] The post Scammers pose as law enforcement, ask for payment of fine appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Philly Police Charge Stranger With Multiple Shootings of Cars, People
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.–Several people, businesses and cars have been shot over the past two days in Philadelphia. But, police believe they have the person responsible for some of the mayhem in custody. Police Chief Eric Lyons identified the suspect as Jonathan Salvador, 31, of Mexico. Lyons believes Salvador, 31, may...
Weedian Compilation feature three Vicksburg bands
VICKSBURG, Miss. – Weedian’s 38th compilation “Trip to Mississippi and Alabama” feature bands from both Mississippi and Alabama on the sprawling 28 track album. Of the seven bands featured from Mississippi, three are from Vicksburg: Beneath the Kudzu, Chief City, and Death Throes from a Star.
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. […]
See Taylor Swift’s “Fortnight” fit in Mississippi
Southern Swifties can soften the blow with an excursion to Cleveland, Mississippi—where the GRAMMY Museum there has recently unveiled a tribute to the larger-than-life popstar, nodding to her retrospective approach to her recent work with the exhibition title, Taylor Swift: Through the Eras. As Swift embarks on the last...
Contraband in Prison, and Many DUI and Drug Arrests in Leake and Attala
KIARA D BROWN, 22, of Sallis, Felony Indictment, ACSO. Bond N/A. RANDALL KEITH GRAVES, 32, of Walnut Grove, Bench Warrant – Leake County Justice Court, LCSO. Bond N/A. FRANKIE D JONES, 44, of Carthage, Bench Warrant – Leake County Justice Court, LCSO. Bond N/A. LISA M LOGAN, 52,...
Fake online retailer claiming to be based in Jackson, could steal large amounts of money from consumers
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Global United Machinery claims to be a tractor-selling company based in Jackson. If you visit their website, you’ll see listings of multiple different tractors for sale at a much cheaper price than market value. President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Mississippi, John...
The National Championship Chuckwagon Races Are Back!
Prepare for nine days of unforgettable experiences as the 39th Annual National Championship Chuckwagon Races kick off this Saturday, Aug. 24, at the Bar of Ranch in Clinton. Attendees can look forward to a variety of events, including barrel racing, bull and bronc riding, trail riding, a local vendor market, and more.
City Council wants millions for commercial demolitions next year. The challenge is finding the money.
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson could be poised to spend nearly three times as much on commercial demolitions in the next year than in the last three years combined. Budget deliberations continued on Friday, with the council discussing the possibility of allocating $2.3 million to tear down and clean up dilapidated commercial properties.
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