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Hattiesburg to host Downtown Summer Games
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – In celebration of the 2024 Olympic Games, downtown Hattiesburg businesses and attractions will hold the Downtown Summer Games on Saturday, July 27. Competitors of all ages are encouraged to join in the games, which will include a variety of family-friendly activities such as the Hobby Horse Obstacle Race, Pin the Pepperoni […]
Former wide receiver dismissed by Ole Miss handling business on and off the field
Wide receiver Chris Marshall lasted four months with the Ole Miss program in 2023, being dismissed for violation of team rules. Marshall had previously been part of the 2022 recruiting class at Texas A&M. According to the on3 Industry Rankings, Chris Marshall was ranked the No. 3 wide receiver and...
Crime Prevention Surveillance Center unveiled in Terry
TERRY, Miss. (WJTV) – The Town of Terry unveiled its Crime Prevention Surveillance Center on Tuesday, July 16. Powered by solar energy, officials will be able to view a live feed of what’s happening in the town. “And guys, it’s a great system. I mean, if you ride through Terry at nighttime, first thing you’re […]
Firefighters protect home in Monday fire
BOGUE CHITTO — Volunteer Firefighters from Lincoln and Pike Counties protected a home from a nearby carport fire Monday afternoon. No one was injured in the fire on US51 South. Bogue Chitto, Hog Chain and Summit Volunteer Fire Departments responded to the call. Bogue Chitto VFD Chief Blake Wallace said two cars were fully engulfed […] The post Firefighters protect home in Monday fire appeared first on Daily Leader.
Ole Miss quarterback says Jalen Milroe ‘will be a baller’ for Alabama this season
He does not have to play against Alabama in the fall, but he knows how good Jalen Milroe will be. Jaxson Dart, a senior quarterback at the University of Mississippi, was in the same recruiting cycle as Milroe. The Utah native and former four-star started his playing career at the University of Southern California (USC) in 2021 before transferring to Ole Miss.
Double murder suspect captured in Scott County
SCOTT COUNTY, Miss (WJTV) – A double murder suspect was captured in Scott County. Scott County deputies said they were notified that Carlos Daniels was in the county on Thursday, July 11. They said the double homicide occurred in Winston County the same day. Investigators said Chief Deputy Brad Ellis spotted Daniels’ vehicle on Highway […]
Oxford, Lafayette school district mourn loss of student, staff member
The Oxford and Lafayette County school districts are each mourning the loss of one of their own. On Monday, the Oxford School District announced that Scarleth Daniela Garcia-Mendoza, 7, died in a vehicle crash in Pontotoc on Friday. Scarleth attended Bramlett Elementary School. “If you knew Scarleth, you knew her beautiful smile and joyful laughter. […] The post Oxford, Lafayette school district mourn loss of student, staff member appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Two women arrested after posting ‘disturbing’ video of toddler on social media
FORREST CITY, Ark. — Two Forrest City women are in jail after a video posted to social media shows a one-year-old with their hands and feet bound. “Friday evening, we were alerted to a video of a child that was in dire need of help,” St. Francis County Detective Seargent Cody Jackson said. Jackson told […]
Former Mississippi community college tech arrested after reportedly selling school equipment on eBay
A former Mississippi community college employee accused of selling school equipment on eBay and then pocketing the money for himself has been arrested by special agents from the Mississippi State Auditor’s Office. Timothy Lucius, a former Itawamba Community College Telecommunications and Information Services Technician, has been arrested on one...
Possible rain, lower temps later this week
After a blazing hot day today, Lafayette County and the surrounding area could see some relief after predicted showers and thunderstorms roll into the area Wednesday. Until then, Lafayette County is under a Heat Advisory from the National Weather Service in Memphis until 9 p.m. tonight. The high for today is expected to be 95 […] The post Possible rain, lower temps later this week appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Taylor's Tuesday 5 PM First Alert Forecast
We had some hit or miss showers and storms today, but most of the rain will diminish overnight tonight. Temperatures will only drop into the mid to upper 70s by Wednesday morning. We’ll be just as hot on Wednesday with highs in the mid to upper 90s. The heat index will be as high as 110, and we’ll be under another Heat Advisory. Hit or miss showers and storms will be possible again in the afternoon and evening. It will be slightly cooler and wetter by the end of the week.
Ole Miss’ Jackson Ross selected by the Washington Nationals in 2024 MLB Draft
Ole Miss Baseball’s Jackson Ross became the first Rebel selected in the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft Monday evening, as he was picked by the Washington Nationals in the ninth round. Ross was the 260th overall pick in the draft. Ross’ selection continues a streak of 36-consecutive MLB drafts with a Rebel being selected. Over the […] The post Ole Miss’ Jackson Ross selected by the Washington Nationals in 2024 MLB Draft appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
“Memphis to Peoria” runners on their way to Tennessee
PEORIA, Ill. – The St. Jude Peoria runners are headed to Memphis, Tennessee. 20 RVs, filled with 185 runners and support staff, left Peoria Tuesday morning bound for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis. WMBD’s own Caleb Kelch is running in his 7th “Memphis to Peoria Run”....
Covington man charged with catfishing another man, robbing him, and threatening him to send more money
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Covington, Tennessee, man is charged after police said he catfished a man on social media, then robbed the victim and threatened him to keep sending money. Demarieo Howard, 27, is charged with aggravated robbery, theft under $1,000.00, and aggravated assault with no injury. He was...
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