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Greenville Man Wanted for Murder Captured
GREENVILLE, Miss.–A man wanted for murder in Greenville was caught this week in Memphis. Tyredius Woods, of Greenville, was caught Monday by U.S. Marshalls, said a news release. He was wanted for the fatal shooting of Latia Wilson on Utah St. June 6. Police say Wilson was shot in...
Death of woman found at a pool under investigation in Grenada
GRENADA, Miss. (WTVA) — The death of a 48-year-old woman at a pool in Grenada is under investigation. This happened Thursday evening at the Riverhills Apartments where she and her friends were swimming, the coroner said. Something happened and she was found floating face down in the pool and...
Natchez native Ballard to get star on Walk of Fame Thursday
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Natchez native and six-time Grammy Award-winner Glen Ballard, a significant figure in the music industry, will be bestowed with a star on the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame this Thursday. The celebration will be accessible to all, as it will be live-streamed on the official Hollywood Walk of Fame website, walkoffame.com, at […] The post Natchez native Ballard to get star on Walk of Fame Thursday appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Reconciliation Week begins Sunday, July 7
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Sunday is the start of Reconciliation Week in Meridian. This is a week the community is asked to come and reconcile with one another. It was started by the Miller family after they lost Reverend Charlie Miller in the deadly mass shooting at Lockheed Martin in Meridian.
2024 Early Outlook For SEC Football Teams: Ole Miss
2024 Early Outlook For SEC Football Teams: Ole Miss. Ole Miss has risen into rarified air as a Southeastern Conference contender. Lane Kiffin has raised Ole Miss success and expectations. One in a series. Almost every article on University of Mississippi football begins with "Lane Kiffin." Almost every article also...
2 minors arrested in City Pavilion shooting
A shooting that injured multiple people Friday, June 28, at City Pavilion has resulted in the arrest of two minors, according to information released this week by Vicksburg Police Department (VPD). VPD officials said a 16-year-old suspect and a 14-year-old suspect were taken into custody Tuesday and each charged with aggravated assault and shooting into […]
Good for Oxford Schools provides nutritious meals all year
Oxford School District’s Child Nutrition Services Department, Good Food for Oxford Schools, is dedicated to student health, their well-being, and their ability to learn. During the 2024-2025 school year, the Oxford School District will participate in three federally subsidized meal programs: the USDA School Breakfast Program, the USDA National School Lunch Program and the USDA […] The post Good for Oxford Schools provides nutritious meals all year appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Ole Miss researchers study NIL’s impact on Americans, lawmakers
OXFORD, Miss. (WJTV) – University of Mississippi researchers published an influential study on changing attitudes about athletes making money on their name, image and likeness (NIL) rights. The NCAA and several college athletics administrators continuously lobby Congress to step in and help regulate the changing landscape. Brennan Berg, associate professor and program director of sport and […]
Black bear spotted in Vicksburg
VICKSBURG, Miss. — A black bear was spotted in Vicksburg. Brody Cook spotted the bear Thursday morning climbing a tree in front of a home near Culkin Academy off Highway 61. The school is permanently closed. In a Facebook message, Cook posted, "AWARENESS!!! Culkin and Mt Albam area!!! We...
PHS Beta Club Living Literature Team competes at Nationals
The Pelahatchie High School (PHS) Beta Club’s Living Literature team recently traveled to Savannah, GA, to compete in the National Beta Convention. These exceptional students represented Pelahatchie well both in competition and in character. PHS is proud of them and grateful to the Tribe community for helping them make this a reality. The Beta Club also wants to thank Tip Nutt and Brandon Herd for volunteering to drive.
Meridian’s July 4th Celebration
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Thursday the city of Meridian hosted the July 4th celebration at Bonita Lakes Park. The community came out to enjoy food, music and fun. Vendors like V-Lounge, Sno Biz, and others were there serving their top food choices. People didn’t only show up for fun, but...
Knights of Columbus hold flag raising on Fourth of July in Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The Knights of Columbus Council 802 held a flag raising ceremony on this Fourth of July morning at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Meridian. The Knights hold flag events on patriotic days throughout the year like Flag Day, Veterans Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day and the Fourth of July. The group says it’s very important to keep this tradition going.
Vicksburg did not always celebrate Independence Day
VICKSBURG, Miss. — Vicksburg has an interesting history when it comes to celebrating Independence Day. It was not until the end of World War II in 1945 that the River City celebrated the holiday with the rest of the country. On July 4, 1863, General John C. Pemberton surrendered...
Salaries for two public university presidents creep toward $1 million a year
Mississippi State Institutions of Higher Learning Board of Trustees discuss the agenda during a meeting at the IHL headquarters in Jackson, Miss., on Thursday, June 20, 2024. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today. Two public university presidents in Mississippi now make almost $1 million a year each while pay for faculty and...
Officials on manhunt for ‘armed and dangerous’ men who escaped Mississippi jail Friday morning
Authorities are looking for two “armed and dangerous” escapees from a Mississippi jail. WLBT News reports that Tyrekennel Collins, 24, and Dezarrious Johnson, 18, reportedly escaped the Claiborne County Detention Center shortly after 2 a.m. Friday. Officials said the escapees should be considered “armed and dangerous” and urged...
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