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Zach Williams’ “A Hundred Highways” Tour Stops in Mississippi
Ourmshome.com – Allyson Alford – 2024-07-17 10:37:00. SUMMARY: Christian singer Zach Williams is on his “A Hundred Highways” tour, with a stop in Hattiesburg, Mississippi on July 19, 2024. Williams, originally from Jonesboro, Arkansas, began his solo career in 2016 after leaving his band “Zach Williams and the Reformation.” He won his first Grammy in 2017 for his debut solo album “Chain Breaker.” Overcoming personal struggles with drugs and alcohol, his music often reflects his journey towards faith and redemption. Notable songs include “Less Like Me” and a collaboration with Dolly Parton, “Lookin' for You.” His music aims to uplift others and connect them with God.
Mississippi Republicans support Trump nomination
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Republican National Convention (RNC) has been a celebration for most of the week as former President Donald Trump and his running mate J.D. Vance received the official nomination from the party. Following last week’s assassination attempt on Trump, Mississippi Republicans said the party is as united as ever. “We really […]
Mississippi state Sen. Michael McLendon cleared of DUI charge in Alabama
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A Mississippi lawmaker said Tuesday that he has been cleared of a DUI charge brought against him last year in Alabama. Republican Sen. Michael McLendon of Hernando was arrested on June 5, 2023, near Foley, Alabama, after law enforcement officers said dispatchers received a call about a reckless driver heading southbound […]
Tadlock elected to the Board of Directors for District VI, 3A-4A for the MAC
Tony Tadlock has been elected to the Board of Directors for District VI, 3A-4A for the Mississippi Association of Coaches. This will be his second consecutive term. Tadlock, who is entering his eighth year as Raymond High School’s Head Basketball Coach, currently has a record of 192 wins and 41 losses. Under Tadlock’s leadership, the Rangers have played for seven straight state championships where they won a total of four, including the 2024 State Title. Tadlock also won a championship in 2017 which was his last season at Meridian High School.
Lamar County Schools will return to class next week
LAMAR COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – Lamar County students will return to class next week. The school district is busy making upgrades to several school campuses and preparing for incoming students. The first day of school will be July 23, 2024. “We enjoy the hustle and bustle of being able to reunite after the summer break. […]
Slidell fishing pier closed since Hurricane Ida gets $2.4M from FEMA for repairs
St. Tammany finally has federal money to repair a fishing pier in the Slidell area that was damaged during Hurricane Ida. The money comes courtesy of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, which will fund $2.4 million in repairs to the pier, Parish President Mike Cooper said in a statement Thursday.
500 Lamar County customers under boil water notice
LAMAR COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – A boil water notice has been issued for about 500 customers in Lamar County. Officials with the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) said the notice was issued for the North Lamar Water Association on Wednesday, July 17. The notice was issued for customers who live from the intersection of […]
PB’s Twisted “Q” puts McHenry on the map with mouthwatering barbecue
McHENRY, Miss. (WLOX) - Between Wiggins and Saucier, you’ll find the small town of McHenry. This community is embracing its new restaurant — PB’s Twisted “Q”. The self-proclaimed “Kings of the Brisket” can be found just off Highway 49. According to co-owner Michael Bruce Burton, there’s nothing like it in McHenry.
Power outages, street flooding in New Orleans as thunderstorms sweep through. See photos, videos.
Nearly 5,000 Entergy customers were without power in the Marigny, 7th Ward and St. Roch neighborhoods Thursday afternoon as showers and thunderstorms swept through southeast Louisiana. In Orleans Parish, 4,756 Entergy customers were without power as of 2:15 p.m., but power was restored to roughly half of those customers by...
Louisiana boy attacked by alligator in New Orleans neighborhood
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — A child is recovering after being attacked by an alligator in New Orleans’ Bayou St. John, according to officials with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. LDWF agents reported the incident happened on Sunday, July 14, as the boy was in the shallow...
JPSO issues statement, surveillance video after social video shows detective striking woman
METAIRIE, La. — A video that shows a Jefferson Parish detective striking a woman several times as he stands over her and she is on her knees is only a small portion of the encounter that came after an overdose death investigation and the woman striking the detective first, the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday night.
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