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Secretary of State Diego Morales releases joint statement on election integrity and opposing federalization of state election processes
MILWAUKEE– The undersigned State Secretaries are their states’ Chief Election Officers:. These six Secretaries of State are attending the Republican National Convention (RNC) this week in Milwaukee, WI. The Convention provides an opportunity to communicate with officials from throughout the nation regarding the Secretaries’ election integrity concerns regarding any attempts to federalize state election processes.
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 […]
A guide to the 2024 Neshoba County Fair
NESHOBA COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The 2024 Neshoba County Fair will soon kickoff with food, entertainment and political speaking. This year’s fair is from July 26 to August 2. Here’s a guide for the fairgrounds. Ticket information Season tickets are $60 per person for the Neshoba County Fair. Children ages nine and under do not […]
Lee Blvd. sidewalk replacement project impacts area infrastructure
Replacement of the sidewalk on the north side of Lee Boulevard is scheduled to begin Monday [July 22] and will temporarily close area infrastructure. The work will be completed in three phases to limit disruptions to sidewalk and parking access, and green spaces inside the construction zone. Drivers and pedestrians...
Historic building collapsed overnight in Grenada
GRENADA, Miss. (WTVA) — An overnight storm caused part of a building to collapse in Grenada. The two-story building is located on the Square. The storm caused the entire front of the building to fall, scattering hundreds of bricks into the street. Locals told WTVA reporter Chris Nalls that...
‘He had a heart of gold’: Family mourns passing of Heidelberg mayor
HEIDELBERG, Miss. (WHLT) – The family of Heidelberg Mayor David Taylor II is remembering his legacy as a father, educator and mayor after he passed away. Taylor passed away on Saturday, July 13. His wife and daughter said he was a loving husband and father of two. “His drive was making sure everyone was okay. […]
Travel warning issued in Coahoma Co., MS after reports of shootings
COAHOMA COUNTY, Miss. — Law enforcement in Coahoma County, Mississippi is issuing a travel warning after several reports of shootings near a highway. The Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office is urging people to stay away from the Friars Point area near Highway One. According to reports, several shootings have been reported in the area from 8 […]
Meridian Fire Department welcomes new Deputy Chief Eric Hardy
The Meridian Fire Department's Chief Michael Evans announced the hiring of a new deputy chief. With more than 30 years of experience in multiple positions, Eric Hardy now has a new role with the fire department. Hardy began his career with MFD in 1995 and he plans to continue keeping...
Mississippi inmate dies after being found unresponsive
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WJTV) – An inmate at the East Mississippi Correctional Facility in Meridian has died after being found unresponsive. The Natchez Democrat reported 39-year-old William Hill, of Fayette, was found unresponsive in his cell on Saturday, July 13. Officials said facility medical staff performed chest compresses and administered an automated external defibrillator. Hill was […]
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