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Smith County watermelons arrive in time for July 4th celebrations
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – It’s the time of year many Southerners look forward to and the Fourth of July celebrations wouldn’t be the same for many families without the Smith County watermelons. Mouths are watering for the melon after missing out during last year’s drought. “Ok...
Pike County native ‘exceeding already high expectations’ for Southern Miss men’s basketball
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Ahead of a highly-anticipated 2024-2025 college basketball season in Hattiesburg, it is three freshmen who are impressing early during offseason workouts for Southern Miss. Brewer Carruth, a Pike County native and Parklane Academy grad, along with frosh players Jett Montgomery and Christian Reid, has “already exceeded...
Retired State Senator Brad Carter, 87, dies; funeral arrangements set
Funeral arrangements are complete for retired State Senator Brad Carter. He died on July 1 at the age of 87. Senator Carter served District 33 and was also a former Meridian Public School Board member. Carter’s funeral will be held at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home North, located at 7774-A...
Drier and calm weekend ahead – Home – WCBI TV
www.wcbi.com – Charlie Goldstein – 2024-07-06 08:33:06 SUMMARY: After storms with a cold front, northeast Mississippi will experience dry and clear weather this weekend. Saturday and Sunday will see high […] The post Drier and calm weekend ahead – Home – WCBI TV appeared first on Biloxi Local News and Events. Related posts: Hot and Humid Start to June – Home – WCBI TV Shopping for school supplies may be a little extra this year Oven continues to run – Home – WCBI TV
Heirs of Godbolt victim receive millions in wrongful death lawsuit
LINCOLN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Three family members of a Mississippi woman, who was killed in 2017, were awarded millions of dollars in a wrongful death lawsuit against the convicted killer. The Daily Leader reported the heirs of Sheila Burage, a victim of Willie Corey Godbolt, filed a lawsuit in May 2018 seeking punitive damages […]
Department of Health launches Summer Survival Guide
Summertime brings a lot of fun, but Mississippi has a host of hazards that everyone needs to be prepared for and protect themselves from. The Mississippi State Department of Health is launching a new campaign called “Summer Survival” that will provide tips for everything from heat to food safety, mosquitoes to sunscreen. Each day in […] The post Department of Health launches Summer Survival Guide appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
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.
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