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The Port of Aberdeen will soon see some major upgrades
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – The Port of Aberdeen will soon see some major upgrades. Aberdeen Mayor Dwight Stevens says work will soon be underway to build a rail line from the downtown area to the Port. That project is part of a plan to improve and revitalize the port...
MSU linebacker Lewis has a reason to keep smiling
Trials have come John Lewis’ way, but he just keeps smiling. As he walked into the Dallas Omni Hotel at Tuesday’s Southeastern Conference Media Days Media Days appearance, Lewis couldn’t stop the smiling. The pictures stitched inside his custom-made suit jacket could explain much of that. Lewis...
Local hair salon gives away free bookbags
Www.wcbi.com – Khamari Haymer – 2024-07-20 18:58:42. SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, the “Hair in Motion” salon is aiding families by providing free bookbags, cleaning wipes, and various school supplies to school-aged children amid the ongoing inflation. Cosmetologist Keyunna Hogan emphasized the drive aims to ease parental stress and lessen the financial burden at the start of the school year. This initiative, benefiting kids in Macon, Columbus, and Starkville, is the salon's first bookbag giveaway, with plans for future community events. Hogan believes such efforts offer significant relief to families struggling to afford necessary supplies.
More than 50 Hattiesburg residents come out Leaf River litter cleanup
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Saturday was cleanup day in the Hub City. Dozens of folks were out and about doing their part to keep the Leaf River and surrounding areas free of trash and debris. “Water bottles, cans, paper,” volunteer Cierra Boddie said. “We have seen a lot.”
Lineup Announced for Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival
GREENVILLE, Miss.–King George will once again headline the Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival, which will be held in September at the Washington County Convention Center. The lineup was announced on the steps of Greenville City Hall; by organizers and Mayor Errick Simmons, who remarked that it is the world’s oldest blues festival..
Community Celebrates The Life and Beauty of Beloved Frida Kahlo
BAY ST. LOUIS (GG) — Saturday July 13, 2024, friendly faces of the Bay Saint Louis community gathered in the downtown area to honor internationally renowned artist, Frida Kahlo. Given Frida’s Mexican heritage, this paved a great way for people to celebrate hispanic culture while also remembering her artwork.
Over 200 kids participated in the 10th annual Malcolm Butler Camp
Over 200 kids showed up to the 10th annual Malcolm Butler Camp on Saturday. Butler, who is a Vicksburg native and retired NFL football player, comes home every year to throw a free camp for the local kids in the community. “I always feel great to see the kids every...
Restaurant Inspection Scores, July 16-22
Newest Restaurant Report Card | If you want the latest Shelby County restaurant scores sent directly to your inbox, sign up for it today on WREG’s Newsletter here. Each week WREG is rounding up the highest and lowest scores from Shelby County restaurant inspections. Find more restaurant scores from Shelby County and other Tennessee counties here. Lowest Scores: Corky’s1740 N […]
Power restored for 1,000+ people in Jonesboro
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Power has been restored for one part of Jonesboro. According to City Water and Light’s outage map, around 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, there were 1,088 people without power in the area surrounding the intersection of Harrisburg Road and Red Wolf Boulevard. The outages...
Bartlett-based company's eclipse glasses make it to the final round of 'Coolest Thing Made in TN' 2024 contest
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Bartlett-based company's eclipse glasses are in the final round of the "Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee" 2024 contest. The Tennessee Chamber and Tennessee Manufacturers Association(TMA), partnered with the University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services, Chattanooga Regional Manufacturers Association and Smart Factory Institute Tennessee to launch the contest.
Taylor's Sunday Evening First Alert Forecast
For many of us, it was a rainy Sunday! A few more showers will linger this evening, but the rain won’t be nearly as widespread. Temperatures will stay in the mid to upper 70s overnight tonight. A few coastal showers and storms will be possible early Monday morning. Scattered showers and storms will be possible again on Monday. Here's the latest forecast.
New Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins bringing mixed reviews as a 2025 NFL Draft prospect
The 2025 NFL Draft boasts one of the deepest running back groups in recent memory. Just how high is Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins on that list? The debate begins.
Lane Kiffin is better prepared this time as Ole Miss heads towards his second preseason Top 10 team
Twelve years ago Lane Kiffin was the head coach of the preseason No. 1 team. Now he is better prepared for Ole Miss' lofty ranking. The post Lane Kiffin is better prepared this time as Ole Miss heads towards his second preseason Top 10 team appeared first on On3.
Oxford graduate to join Merchant Marines
By Ian Sparks Eagle intern A recent graduate of Oxford High School has joined the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Charles White, who graduated in May from OHS, was appointed by U.S. Senator Roger Wicker. White was one of 16 students appointed across the various service academies and the only one from Oxford. White reported […] The post Oxford graduate to join Merchant Marines appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Kosciusko’s Zenovia Woolie Receives Spirit Award at Distinguished Young Women of MS State Finals
Kosciusko’s Zenovia Woolie along with 28 other young ladies from the state of Mississippi recently participated in the Distinguished Young Women of MS State Finals in Meridian, MS. Miss Woolie, who attends Kosciusko High School, received the Spirit Award and $1,000 in college scholarships. The Spirit Award is the...
Three dead in Indianola Mass Shooting
INDIANOLA- Three nineteen-year-olds died as shots rang out along church street in Indianola just before one Sunday morning. Sunflower county coroner heather burton and the enterprise tocsin identify the victims as recent gentry graduate Areon Butler, along with Cameron Lee Butts and Marquette Baites of Greenville. Charles Modley, who just...
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