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Mississippi’s public school system among country’s worst: report
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Mississippi made significant progress in education over the last decade, but a recent report shows that the state should not rest on its laurels. Education nationwide and in Mississippi has significantly changed over the last few years. Still, a recent WalletHub report grades Mississippi low among its national peers for its public […]
History made Saturday when Mississippi Episcopal Diocese installs first Black woman as leader
Episcopalians in the Magnolia State and across the globe celebrated a historic moment Saturday when the Mississippi Diocese of the Episcopal Church ordained the Rev. Dr. Dorothy Sanders Wells as the first woman and first Black bishop for the group’s 17,600 members in 87 congregations. The Most Rev. Michael...
VIDEO: TFC 2010 girls team wins first ever USYS Presidents National Cup Championship for the state of Mississippi
Tupelo Futbol Club's 2010 girls team won the first ever USYS Presidents National Cup Championship for the state of Mississippi. TFC 2010 girls team wins first ever USYS Presidents National Cup Championship for the state of Mississippi. Tupelo Futbol Club 2010 girls team won the first ever USYS Presidents National...
New court date set for Herrington trial; Jurors will be brought in from outside county
Hearing to seal case files set for Thursday The man accused of killing Jimmy “Jay” Lee in 2022, Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington Jr., received a new trial date Monday and he will face jurors from outside of Lafayette County. Herrington was arrested on July 22, 2022, and charged with Lee’s murder. He was indicted on […] The post New court date set for Herrington trial; Jurors will be brought in from outside county appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
MFD battles overnight fire at church in South City
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis firefighters battled heavy smoke and flames in the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 23, in South City. The Memphis Fire Department responded to the fire just before 12:30 a.m. at the Revival Temple Ministries Church of God on Christ Inc., located at the intersection of E.H. Crump Boulevard and Camilla Street.
MLGW receives $11.4 million in disaster relief funds from FEMA
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is rewarding Memphis Light Gas Water (MLGW) with $11.4 million, Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) announced. The funds will support the repair of electrical power distribution facilities that were damaged after severe storms in June 2023. According...
MPD makes 6 felony drug arrests in latest ‘Operation Code Zero,’ but 5 already free on bond
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department made at least six felony drug arrests Friday in the latest “Operation Code Zero.” Five of those suspects have already been released on bond. One of the suspects was also arrested just last week during MPD’s Operation Saturday Night Live,...
Main library closed after apparent suicide
UPDATE: The Memphis Library Foundation released a statement regarding Monday’s incident. “Our thoughts are with all those affected by this heartbreaking incident. As we come together to mourn and heal, we must remember the importance of supporting one another during difficult times.” They went on to say the foundation “extends our deepest condolences to the […]
Postal worker robbed on Memphis route; $150K reward offered for info
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The United States Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward for information leading to the two suspects responsible for robbing a USPS mail carrier in Memphis. According to reports, around 12:15 p.m. Saturday, the mail carrier was out on his route when he was approached and robbed by two men in the […]
Woman accused of shooting Church’s Chicken worker to stay in jail
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The woman charged with the murder of a Church’s Chicken worker earlier this month was back in court for the third time Monday morning. A judge was set to decide the amount Monica Williams would have to pay in order to bond out of jail, however, the 45-year-old along with her defense […]
Digital Desk: Talking to children about traumatic events
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -Following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, families, especially those with children, may have felt additional stress. Many parents are looking for healthy, effective methods to communicate to their kids about what happened. Lindsay Pate, a clinical expert, visits the Digital Desk to provide advice...
Grand Ole Opry blasts off: NASA astronauts sing 'Rocky Top' for Opry live from space
For the first time ever, The Grand Ole Opry welcomed an announcer from far beyond planet Earth. This weekend, the Opry presented a live performance and guest appearances from NASA astronauts, including Tennessee native Barry "Butch" Wilmore and his crew of five at the International Space Station. The guest appearance marked the...
Maury Regional Health Promotes Cathy Malone, MMHC, BSN, to Chief Nursing Officer
Maury Regional Health is pleased to announce the promotion of Cathy Malone, MMHC, BSN, to its senior leadership team, assuming the role of chief nursing officer (CNO). “Cathy has consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership, exceptional clinical skills and a deep commitment to patient care,” said CEO Martin Chaney, MD. “Her vision and dedication will undoubtedly drive an ongoing positive impact at Maury Regional Health.”
City of Canton selected as location for new ABC warehouse
CANTON, Miss. (WLBT) - The city of Canton was selected as the location for the new Alcoholic Beverage and Control warehouse. According to Joey Deason with the Madison County Economic Development Authority, the Department of Finance and Administration purchased the land for around $980,000. The property is just over 32...
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