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Regional hospital kicks off Summer Games
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - Not all eyes will be on Paris for The Summer Games. South Central Regional Medical Center will be hosting its own version of The Summer Games here in the Pine Belt over a two-week stretch. “I’m really excited to watch everybody as they play this week,”...
Former Lee County teacher sentenced to prison for enticement
A former Mooreville teacher received a five-year prison sentence for sexual enticement of a student. Former Lee County teacher sentenced to prison for enticement. A former Mooreville teacher received a five-year prison sentence for sexual enticement of a student.
FIRST DAY: Susie B West students learn to follow rules at school
Pre-kindergarten students at Susie B. West didn’t take long to learn the routine of walking in a quiet straight line or raising their hand to answer questions on their first day of school. This gallery includes scenes of these well-behaved students learning and enjoying their lunch on during their first day. The post FIRST DAY: Susie B West students learn to follow rules at school appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Laurel woman charged with assaulting HPD officer
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - A Laurel woman was arrested this weekend in Hattiesburg and charged with resisting arrest and striking a law enforcement officer. Emily Middleton, 38, was arrested Saturday afternoon after trying to leave a scene while Hattiesburg Police Department officers trying to detain her for questioning. HPD said...
High school football player shot in one of two weekend shootings in Grenada
GRENADA, Miss. (WTVA) – A Grenada High School football player was shot over the weekend in Grenada. The shooting at the Pine Hill Apartments took place around 12:30 a.m. Saturday. The Grenada Police Department said Lewis Wiggins Jr. is charged with aggravated assault for shooting Chance Jenkins. Grenada Police...
Bank of Anguilla Donates $15K Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas CARE Award to South Delta Animal Rescue
ROLLING FORK, Miss.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 29, 2024-- South Delta Animal Rescue received a $15,000 donation from the Bank of Anguilla today during a ceremonial check presentation of CARE funds that were awarded by the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas). This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240729942259/en/ Bank of Anguilla donated $15,000 to South Delta Animal Rescue in Rolling Fork, Mississippi, today during a ceremonial check celebration. Bank of Anguilla received the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas 2024 Community Area Revitalization Efforts Award (CARE) in recognition of its efforts in helping Rolling Fork recover from last year’s deadly tornado. Along with the honor came $15,000 for Bank of Anguilla to donate to a nonprofit of its choice. (Photo: Business Wire)
Construction of Center for Medically Fragile Children underway
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Construction is underway for a center in Mississippi for children with complex medical conditions. The Alyce G. Clarke Center for Medically Fragile Children will be located in a wooded lot off Eastwood Drive in Jackson. The first and only such facility in Mississippi, the home will serve patients younger than 19 […]
Photo Gallery: 34th Minorville Jubilee brings neighborhood, community together
The 34th annual Minorville Jubilee that took place Saturday on Minor Street brought together neighbors, friends and community to celebrate history and enjoy a day of fun. This gallery includes some scenes from the festivities. The post Photo Gallery: 34th Minorville Jubilee brings neighborhood, community together appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Election for Jackson mayor isn’t until 2025, but candidates are already lining up
JACKSON, Miss. — Most voters are focused on the presidential election right now, but candidates who want to be Jackson’s next mayor are already putting out campaign signs. The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office says qualifying for municipal elections doesn’t start until Jan. 2, 2025. “Quite...
Spend the holidays in Oxford MS—light displays, local shops + more
Do Huntsville’s summer temps have you wishing you could be swept inside a wintry snow globe?. Get into the Christmas in July spirit and start planning your winter wonderland escape to Oxford, Mississippi. From November to January, the city will be hosting its annual Holly Jolly Holidays event featuring a dazzling walking light installation, ice skating and more festive family-friendly fun.
Dates set for 2024 Central Mississippi Fair
The Central MS Fair is returning to Kosciusko and Attala County. This year’s event is set for Thursday, Aug. 29 – Saturday, Aug. 31 at the Attala County Fairgrounds. A full list of activities and events will be released soon. For more information on the Central MS Fair,...
Man charged in connection to crash that took life of 81-year-old woman in Fulton
FULTON, Miss. (WTVA) – A man has officially been charged in connection to an 81-year-old woman’s death in Fulton. Fulton Police Chief Brad Rogers confirmed Monday that Billy Joseph Harmon, 33, of Itawamba County, was charged with aggravated DUI-manslaughter and felony possession of a controlled substance in connection to a fatal Saturday crash.
Hattiesburg man arrested after person shot multiple times
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Hattiesburg police arrested a 24-year-old man after a person was shot multiple times. Hattiesburg police said they were performing a security check in the 6300 block of Highway 49 around 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 28. They received a call about a large crowd. Shortly after arriving at the scene, officers […]
Bobby Rush, Dorothy Moore to be honored during night of awards, music
JACKSON, Miss. — TheJackson Music Awards is in its 50th year showing appreciation to musicians across the state. Monday’s awards show will honor living legends Bobby Rush and Dorothy Moore, along with performances by Bre Wooten, S. Dott and several other local artists. Jesse Thompson, founder of the...
Husband paralyzed in tragic fall after learning wife is pregnant
LUMBERTON, Miss. - Brianna Byrd of Mississippi was so excited to tell her husband, Luke, that they were going to be parents. Hours later, the day of celebration turned into concern when she learned her husband may never walk again after suffering a devastating fall. Brianna, 22, said she found...
Vicksburg kicks off bicentennial celebrations
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – The City of Vicksburg kicked off their bicentennial celebrations with an opening ceremony at Washington Street Park on Monday, July 29. The celebrations will highlight the past, present and future of the River City. The city’s incorporation anniversary is on January 29, 2025. Afterwards, the city will host a Music and […]
‘An Arm and a Leg’: The Woman Who Beat an $8,000 Hospital Fee
Hospital facility fees. They can feel like a charge just for walking in the door. Hospitals say they go toward overhead on facilities with lots of specialized equipment and staff, like emergency rooms. But these fees have grown and become more common in recent years. And as hospitals buy up...
Minor and Knight prepared to lead VHS to greatness
VICKSBURG, Miss. – In less than a month, Vicksburg High School will step onto the football field to kick off the 2024 season. Seniors DeCorey Knight Jr. and Mincer Minor IV are both expected to make significant impacts this season for the Gators. Minor:. Mincer Minor IV emerged as...
Hearn joins staff of The Vicksburg Post
The Vicksburg Post has welcomed Jillian Hearn as its newest marketing consultant. Hearn is a Vicksburg native and 2020 graduate of Warren Central High School. She earned an associate’s degree in general studies from Hinds Community College. Justin Clarkston, director of business development for The Post, said Hearn has made a seamless transition into the […]
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