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MDOT Announces Construction Updates for Pearl River County
A $37 million construction project is currently underway on I-59, extending from just north of the Louisiana state line to McNeill. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) has begun a mill and overlay effort that includes pier protection for bridges, new asphalt with a drainage layer, and ramp improvements. Crews are paving the southbound lanes […] The post MDOT Announces Construction Updates for Pearl River County appeared first on Picayune Item.
City Council Meeting Recognizes Longtime Employee and Local Achievers
Tuesday night’s Picayune City Council meeting recognized several individuals for their contributions and achievements. Councilmember Anna Turnage was absent from the meeting. Janet Guidry, the Fire Station Secretary, was honored for her 32 years and 10 months of service to Picayune. Guidry noted that she was the first secretary for the fire department and helped […] The post City Council Meeting Recognizes Longtime Employee and Local Achievers appeared first on Picayune Item.
Then and Now: NASA Stennis Continues Frontline Support of Space Exploration
By John Bailey Director, NASA’s Stennis Space Center “Houston, Tranquility Base here. The Eagle has landed.” Those few words, spoken by NASA astronaut Neil Armstrong almost 240,000 miles from Earth, announced the successful landing of the Apollo 11 lunar module on the surface of the Moon on July 20, 1969. Hours later, the world watched […] The post Then and Now: NASA Stennis Continues Frontline Support of Space Exploration appeared first on Picayune Item.
Pearl River County SPCA Announces Expansion of HOPE Thrift Store
The Pearl River County SPCA is announcing the expansion of the HOPE Thrift Store, a project that has grown significantly since its inception. Initially a monthly yard sale during the COVID-19 pandemic, the store has become a vital community resource, supporting shelter animals. This idea, led by PRCSPCA President Lauren Fitts, has evolved with substantial […] The post Pearl River County SPCA Announces Expansion of HOPE Thrift Store appeared first on Picayune Item.
PRC Graduate Wins Scholarship
Isabella Morlier , a graduate of Pearl River Central High School, has been awarded the Walter S. Bounds MASS Scholarship for Excellence, receiving $1,000. Morlier was selected from a pool of over 100 applicants. The Walter S. Bounds MASS Scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving Mississippi high school student. Morlier plans to attend Pearl […] The post PRC Graduate Wins Scholarship appeared first on Picayune Item.
Picayune Mayor’s Youth Council Selects 2024-2025 Members
The Picayune Mayor’s Youth Council has announced its selected members for the 2024-2025 term. The council comprises students from Picayune Memorial High School (PMHS) and other eligible schools within the 39466 zip code. Eligibility requirements for the council include being a student in grades 10 through 12 in a public or private school, or of […] The post Picayune Mayor’s Youth Council Selects 2024-2025 Members appeared first on Picayune Item.
BEAM Program Prepares for BEAD Challenge Process in Poplarville
The Mississippi Development Authority’s Business Entrepreneurship Assistance and Mentoring (BEAM) program will initiate the BEAD Challenge Process on August 1, 2024. This federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program aims to extend broadband access to all unserved and underserved addresses in Mississippi. The BEAD Challenge Process is essential for accurately updating Mississippi’s broadband map […] The post BEAM Program Prepares for BEAD Challenge Process in Poplarville appeared first on Picayune Item.
Picayune Police Request Public Assistance to Locate Missing Teen
The Picayune Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Macayla Lynn Vice, who was last seen on July 12, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m. Macayla is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighing around 130 pounds, with short brown hair. She was last seen wearing gray sweatpants, a black and […] The post Picayune Police Request Public Assistance to Locate Missing Teen appeared first on Picayune Item.
Body of boy recovered in waters behind Vinton Welcome Center
By Crystal Stevenson American Press The 1-year-old sibling of a boy whose body was recovered Monday in waters behind the Vinton Welcome Center was discovered by the driver of an 18-wheeler Tuesday morning on Interstate 10 eastbound nearly eight miles from the center. Stitch Guillory — just nine days into his tenure as Calcasieu Parish sheriff — […] The post Body of boy recovered in waters behind Vinton Welcome Center appeared first on Picayune Item.
How a NASA Engineer Supports the Commercialization of Space
By NASA Chris Barnett-Woods’ favorite movie growing up – Back to the Future – led him to dream of one day building a DeLorean automobile. Instead, the electrical engineer is doing something never imagined as he helps NASA support the commercialization of space for the benefit of all. “If there is any interest, always […] The post How a NASA Engineer Supports the Commercialization of Space appeared first on Picayune Item.
Carriere Teen Adleigh Fricke to Compete in Distinguished Young Woman Competition
Adleigh Fricke, 17, from Carriere, will represent Pearl River County in the Distinguished Young Woman (DYW) competition. A Pearl River Central High School senior, Fricke plans to attend the University of Southern Mississippi to pursue a degree in Nursing, specializing in Labor and Delivery. In preparation for the competition, Fricke has been participating in mock […] The post Carriere Teen Adleigh Fricke to Compete in Distinguished Young Woman Competition appeared first on Picayune Item.
Picayune Hosts 3rd Annual Independence Day Celebration
On Thursday, the City of Picayune held its 3rd Annual Independence Day celebration, featuring a nearly 20-minute fireworks show choreographed to music by Glydewell Pyrotechnics. The event also showcased musical performances by Eric Sharp, New Direction, and Ross Grisham, with the National Anthem sung by 15-year-old Poplarville native Anna Davis. Lisa Albritton, who oversees special […] The post Picayune Hosts 3rd Annual Independence Day Celebration appeared first on Picayune Item.
Wrong-Way Driver on I-59 Apprehended After Collision with Patrol Unit
A grey Ford F-250 pick-up truck traveling the wrong way on Interstate 59 caused a collision with a patrol unit before being apprehended by authorities late Saturday night. At approximately 9:26 p.m. on July 6, the Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department received reports of the truck entering I-59 at North Poplarville Exit 29 and heading […] The post Wrong-Way Driver on I-59 Apprehended After Collision with Patrol Unit appeared first on Picayune Item.
City Council Attends MLL Award Ceremony, Honors Mayor’s Youth Council for City Spirit
All City Council members were present at the city council meeting, the Picayune Mayor’s Youth Council was honored with the MLL Award for City Spirit. The award ceremony celebrated the council’s innovative projects and contributions to the community. The Picayune Mayor’s Youth Council emerged from a shared vision to empower young leaders and foster civic […] The post City Council Attends MLL Award Ceremony, Honors Mayor’s Youth Council for City Spirit appeared first on Picayune Item.
Helena Hansen to Represent Pearl River County in Mississippi Miss Hospitality Competition
Helena Hansen, 18, will represent Pearl River County in the Mississippi Miss Hospitality Competition, scheduled for July 12-13. Hansen is a sophomore at the University of Mississippi, majoring in mechanical engineering with an emphasis on manufacturing. At Ole Miss, she is a Grove Scholar, a member of the Center for Manufacturing, an Alpha Omicron Pi […] The post Helena Hansen to Represent Pearl River County in Mississippi Miss Hospitality Competition appeared first on Picayune Item.
MML Honors 2024 Municipal Excellence Awards Winners at Annual Conference
The Mississippi Municipal League (MML) recognized the 2024 Municipal Excellence Awards winners at the 93rd Annual MML Conference Award Luncheon. The event occurred at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at 11:15 a.m. The Excellence Awards program, established in 1993, acknowledges cities that utilize innovative problem-solving, excellence in management, […] The post MML Honors 2024 Municipal Excellence Awards Winners at Annual Conference appeared first on Picayune Item.
Pearl River County SPCA Launches “20K for 20K” Fundraiser
The Pearl River County SPCA has launched its “20K for 20K” fundraiser to celebrate reaching 20,000 Facebook followers. The fundraiser aims to raise $20,000—$1 for each follower—to support the shelter’s operations. The funds will be used to purchase new commercial-grade washer and dryer units, which are necessary for maintaining a clean environment for the animals. […] The post Pearl River County SPCA Launches “20K for 20K” Fundraiser appeared first on Picayune Item.
Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department Makes Multiple Drug Arrests
On Tuesday, June 4, 2024, the Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department Narcotics Investigators responded to 533 Hilt Fornea Road in Poplarville, Mississippi, to serve an arrest warrant for Charles Atkinson-Seal, 34, for failure to appear in Circuit Court. Upon arrival, investigators made contact with Atkinson-Seal and placed him under arrest. They also encountered Joshua Pierce-Seal, […] The post Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department Makes Multiple Drug Arrests appeared first on Picayune Item.
Pearl River Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Production of Child Pornography
A Pearl River man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for the production of child pornography. Garald Benson Johnson, 43, admitted to filming himself having sexual intercourse with a minor, according to court documents. Johnson was indicted by a federal grand jury on May 16, 2023, and pled guilty on August 29, […] The post Pearl River Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Production of Child Pornography appeared first on Picayune Item.
April Holifield Honored at 43rd Quilt Show & Competition
April Holifield of Picayune, Mississippi, received a third-place award in the pictorial category for her quilt “Halls Top Jeep’n” at the 43rd Quilt Show & Competition. The Smoky Mountain Quilters of Tennessee (SMQ) hosted the event on June 21-22 at the Knoxville Expo Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. The quilt show featured over 200 quilts and […] The post April Holifield Honored at 43rd Quilt Show & Competition appeared first on Picayune Item.
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