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Jackson Man Arrested in Memphis on Attempted Murder and Multiple Other Felonies
On Monday, U.S. Marshals arrested a Jackson, Tennessee man named Parrish Transou, who was sought on multiple felony charges, including attempted murder in Shelby County, as reported by Action News 5. The 44-year-old was found in Memphis and taken into custody around 9 a.m. by the U.S. Marshals Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force. Transou was wanted for a September 2019 incident where he allegedly fired several shots at two brothers outside of a North Memphis apartment complex over a monetary dispute, with both men sustaining injuries.
TennCare‘s free diaper program not available in multiple Midstate counties
COLUMBIA, Tenn. (WSMV) - A state-funded program that provides free diapers to parents has yet to reach certain counties. TennCare launched a new program this month that provides free diapers to parents in need. TennCare and CoverKids members under the age of two can get up to 100 diapers per month at participating pharmacies across Tennessee.
2 students charged with making false threats to schools in Coldwater
COLDWATER, Miss. (WMC) - On Wednesday, Mississippi authorities announced charges have been filed against two children accused of making false threats to different Coldwater schools. The Tate County Sheriff’s Office says the threats began two weeks ago on August 14, prompting immediate evacuation and safety protocols at Independence High School....
Three under the radar college football games to watch for Week 1 of the 2024 season
Mississippi State football kicks-off the 2024 season with Eastern Kentucky Saturday night, but there's tons of college football to glue your eyeballs to over the next five days. We all know the headlining matchups, but what about some games not getting much attention that could be plenty entertaining?. Here are...
WCU hosts opening convocation for new academic year
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - William Carey University President Ben Burnett addressed students, faculty and staff during an opening convocation Wednesday morning at Thomas Fine Arts Auditorium. Burnett talked about student growth at the university, introduced new faculty members and presented the theme for the 2024-2025 academic year. This year’s...
Business leaders come together to back Pearl River flood control project
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Business leaders are vowing to fight just as hard as their counterparts on the other side in support of a project that they say would help revitalize the capital city. On Wednesday, more than a dozen leaders from business, politics, and tourism gathered on Commerce Street...
Natchez cracking down harder on neglected properties
NATCHEZ, Miss. – Mayor Dan Gibson is warning property owners that the city is cracking down harder on imposing fines on those with dilapidated houses, unkempt yards and other public nuisances. “We’re sending a message to everyone that … we need people to get serious about cleaning up their...
Another downtown Jackson restaurant is closing. See the details
Basil's in Downtown Jackson is closing it's doors. Michael Laskin, who is the manager for the downtown location, announced the decision on social media Wednesday. "A bit of housekeeping. Ya gotta know when to hold ‘em’ And (more importantly) when to fold ‘em," he said on Facebook. "That being said, Basil's Downtown will be...
Two killed after train hits truck in Copiah County
COPIAH COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Two people have died after a truck was hit by a train in Copiah County. The crash happened on Spitchley Road just before noon on Wednesday, August 28. Copiah County Sheriff Byron Swilley said the two victims were inside the truck. The sheriff identified the victims as 73-year-old Nathaniel Catchings […]
DA’s office files motion to charge 16-year-old as adult in deadly Hickory Hill crash
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office filed a motion to charge the 16-year-old as an adult in the deadly Hickory Hill crash. The 16-year-old is charged with aggravated robbery, evading arrest, and illegal weapons, including a machine gun. The day before the crash around 5:00...
New schedule coming to Meridian Regional Airport
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Earlier this week Meridian Regional Airport announced that they were adjusting their flight times. Starting September 1, the Meridian Regional Airport will no longer share flights with Hattiesburg, and the 6:25 p.m. flight will depart at 2:05 p.m. instead. SkyWest Airlines provides air service to the...
VHS Ninth Grade Football Team Crushed Terry 30-8 on Tuesday
Vicksburg High School Ninth Grade football team blew out Terry 30-8 in their season opener on Tuesday. The Gators controlled the game from start to finish as TJ Selvy took the snaps at quarterback. Selvy hit Jayden Stewart on 35-yard and 10-yard touchdown passes. Landon Prentiss also caught a 2-point conversion from Selvy who finished with over 120 passing yards.
Aurora Flight Sciences Expanding in Lowndes County
Aerosystems manufacturing company Aurora Flight Sciences is expanding in Columbus. The project is a $43,794,998 investment and will create 63 new jobs. The company is adding 50,000 square feet of new manufacturing space onto its existing aerosystems production facility. The company also is refurbishing 40,000 square feet, adding new equipment and machining and improving its automated fiber placement technology.
Jackson State football vs ULM score prediction, scouting report in Tigers' 2024 opener
Jackson State football opens its 2024 season facing Louisiana Monroe, its second meeting with the Warhawks since 2021 when it lost 12-7. JSU coach T.C. Taylor is looking for the Tigers' first FBS win in program history. JSU has won every season opener since 2020. ...
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