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Booneville Police announce two more arrests in connection with mid-August homicide
BOONEVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) — The Booneville Police Department announced two more arrests in connection with a mid-August homicide. Police charged Marcus Woods, 24, of Winona, with one felony count of conspiracy to commit armed robbery. Police also arrested and charged an unnamed 16-year-old with marijuana possession. Their arrests relate...
Two Mississippi restaurants open for nearly 20 years announce they are closing
Two popular Mississippi restaurants open for nearly 20 years have announced that they will soon be closing after many memories and family celebrations. On Tuesday, Fenian’s Pub in Jackson announced that they will be closing their doors after serving customers for nearly 28 years. On Wednesday, Basil’s Downtown announced that it will also be closing after serving customers for 19 years.
Gulf States Canners expanding in Clinton
The company is investing over $40 million to modernize its Mississippi facilities and increase capacity. They have been a local producer of canned and bottled products for Coca-Cola since 1972. The Mississippi Development Authority announced Thursday that Gulf States Canners is expanding its canning facility in Clinton. Gulf States Canners...
‘Fall in Love with Natchez’ aimed at sprucing up city ahead of October events and building community pride
NATCHEZ—Mayor Dan Gibson’s administration is asking Natchez merchants and citizens for help sprucing up the city, particularly the downtown area, before a plethora of events kick off during the fall season. Gibson held a Fall in Love with Natchez press conference on Monday to seek that help from citizens, telling them the city is doing […] The post ‘Fall in Love with Natchez’ aimed at sprucing up city ahead of October events and building community pride appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
James Wiggins autograph signing at Lorelei Books this Evening
VICKSBURG, MS. – Lorelei Books will host an autograph signing for James Wiggins this evening from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The author will be signing copies of his new book: Outliving the White Lie. Part history, part memoir, Outliving the White Lie: A Southerner’s Historical, Genealogical, and Personal...
Selvy Speaks on Becoming an Entrepreneur at Small Business Forum
VICKSBURG, MS. – The City of Vicksburg held a Small Business Forum on Wednesday to share insight on how to start a successful business. Vicksburg native Deonta Selvy spoke at the event sharing some of his story about becoming an entrepreneur. “Being an entrepreneur has its ups and downs,...
Vicksburg High School campus closed due to unexpected power outage
Vicksburg High School’s campus is closed Thursday, August 29 due to an unexpected power outage. The district announced the closure in a statement released Thursday morning. “Parents and guardians are encouraged to arrange their children’s early pick up,” the statement read. “Buses will run on an adjusted schedule, and students who ride the bus will […]
New Chick-Fil-A coming to Jackson area. See where it will go and when it might open
There's another Chick-Fil-A on the horizon for the Jackson metro area, and construction is expected to begin very soon. The newest Chick-Fil-A will be the second one for Flowood, and it will be next to GI Associates at 2520 Lakeland Dr. . ...
Past Red Carpet Bowl scores: 1962-2023
Red Carpet Bowl Scores 1962 – Cooper High 13, Columbus Lee 6 1963 – Noxubee County 20, South Pike 0 1964 – Rolling Fork 6, Forest Hill 0 1965 – Greenville 21, McComb 6 1966 – Murrah 26, Moss Point 18 1967 – Hattiesburg 31, Greenwood 14 1968 – Cooper 33, Yazoo City 12 1969 […]
Plan for new Clinton development disturbs neighbors, including nature center
CLINTON, Miss. — Neighbors are speaking out against plans in the works for a new development in Clinton. The Clinton Community Nature Center has been described as a hidden jewel in the middle of the city, where visitors come to the flora and fauna, plus the Old Natchez Trace Trail.
Volunteers needed for Downtown Vicksburg Clean Up Day on Sept. 9
Volunteers are needed for a clean up event in downtown Vicksburg ahead of an upcoming regional conference. Downtown Vicksburg will be welcoming Main Street Program directors and staff from Mississippi, Louisiana and Arkansas for the Destination Downtown Conference happening September 11 to 13. The clean up event will be held on Monday, September 9 from […]
Awards presented to JDC 4-H participants
The 2024 JDC 4-H awards and recognition program was held on Aug. 18. The program recognized 4-H’ers and volunteers who have participated and supported the 4-H programs throughout the year. 4-H’ers were awarded money stipends for their placing in competitions, showmanship and other 4-H club activities. “A special thank you to the community members, parents, […] The post Awards presented to JDC 4-H participants appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Four-star defensive lineman and Ole Miss commit Andrew Maddox, others will be in Oxford on Saturday
Four-star defensive tackle and Ole Miss commit Andrew Maddox will be in Oxford on Saturday to watch the rebels open their 2024 season versus the Furman Paladins. Maddox is the younger brother of Ole Miss true freshman quarterback A.J. Maddox. The 6-3, 265-pound defensive lineman out of Oak Grove (Miss.)...
Jackson coalition rallies behind Pearl River flood control project
A diverse group of central Mississippi business, education and political leaders converged in downtown Jackson on Wednesday to announce the formation of a new coalition to rally for the construction of a long-debated flood control project along the Pearl River. Called the Pearl River Revitalization Coalition, the group supports implementation of the latest proposal, known as “Alternative D,” which is currently under consideration by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The agency is expected to release a...
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