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No Promises, But Raises Are a Possibility in Kosciusko
KOSCIUSKO, Miss.–The Kosciusko Mayor and Board of Alderman have just begun working on the city budget for the next fiscal year. Mayor Tim Kyle told Breezynews that raises for city workers are a possibility, though the board cannot make any promises. “That’s something that’s very important with the inflation...
Mississippi Lottery players win big
FLOWOOD, Miss. — Two Mississippi Lottery players took home some serious cash. One Mississippi Match 5 player hit the jackpot worth more than $253,000. The player matched all five numbers on the winning ticket, which was bought at LL Quick Mart on U.S. Highway 63 South in Lucedale. A...
Mississippi catfish producers navigate challenges
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WJTV) – Lower feed prices are providing some relief to Mississippi’s catfish producers, but officials with the Mississippi State University (MSU) Extension Service said many are still facing more than their share of obstacles just to break even. Among these are middling demand, high operating costs and renovation. “Marketing challenges have delayed fish […]
Mississippi among states with most at-risk youth: report
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A recent report reveals that Mississippi is among the states with the most kids heading in the wrong direction. Research indicates that negative youth outcomes are influenced by youth substance abuse, lack of parental engagement, poor academic performance, unemployment rates and poverty. Due to these factors and others, WalletHub ranked Mississippi […]
Officials warn about increasing scams in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Scams are increasing across Mississippi, and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) wants you to be aware about how to avoid them. FTC directors, legal aids and community leaders met to discuss the growing issue of scams in the state on Wednesday, July 24. Scammers can pretend to be an organization you […]
Texas man arrested after deputies discover 44 pounds of meth during Mississippi interstate traffic stop
A Texas man has been arrested after Mississippi deputies found 44 pounds of methamphetamine in his vehicle. On Monday, a Rankin County deputy stopped a Ford truck on Interstate 20 for an unspecified violation. The deputy suspected the driver, Arnol Zamora, 35, of drug trafficking. Backup arrived, and a K-9...
Rain, flash flood threat forecast to remain
BROOKHAVEN — A threat of flash flooding continues in southwest Mississippi. The National Weather Service warns the risk continues through Friday thanks to high rain chances and forecasted local rainfall events. Wednesday morning, the forecasted chance of rain was 90 percent with showers and storms possible into the evening. NWS Jackson warns localized rain totals […] The post Rain, flash flood threat forecast to remain appeared first on Daily Leader.
JSU first HBCU, Mississippi university to receive major award
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson State University (JSU) set Mississippi and HBCU history by receiving a flagship award from the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). JSU announced Monday its achievement of earning the Founder’s Award from the organization with over 4,600 members. It is presented to institutions significantly contributing to NAI’s success by enhancing its reach, promoting […]
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