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Electric Cooperatives of Mississippi’s 37th Youth Tour
The three components of the Cooperative Youth Leaders program are Learn, Grow, and Experience. Eighty-five rising high school seniors from across Mississippi traveled to Washington, DC, in June to experience all facets of their nation’s capital city. Five of those students were from Lincoln and Pike County schools: Emme Barrett, Brookhaven Academy; Da’Mya Edwards, Brookhaven […] The post Electric Cooperatives of Mississippi’s 37th Youth Tour appeared first on Daily Leader.
Foundation raising funds for Officer Floyd’s widow
BROOKHAVEN — In memory of fallen officer Troy Floyd, Mississippi Police Benevolent Association and Police Benevolent Foundation are requesting donations to support Floyd’s widow Sage Floyd. Lincoln County resident Floyd was laid to rest Tuesday afternoon. Floyd was shot and killed while conducting a vehicle checkpoint on duty with the Summit Police Department. A suspect […] The post Foundation raising funds for Officer Floyd’s widow appeared first on Daily Leader.
Restaurant inspections serve up ‘A’ ratings to seven locals
BROOKHAVEN — Eight local restaurants and businesses passed Mississippi Department of Health Inspections. Seven of the eight earned “A” ratings in the last week. MSDH reported Bo Bo Buffett, located at 1211 Brookway Boulevard, earned a “B” rating for the second straight time and the sixth time since 2016. Serio’s Pizzeria, located at 216 South […] The post Restaurant inspections serve up ‘A’ ratings to seven locals appeared first on Daily Leader.
Heat advisory in effect
BROOKHAVEN — Wednesday might be one of the hottest days of the year. High temperatures are forecast to reach 99 degrees with a heat index of 107. The National Weather Service office in Jackson issued a heat advisory for Lincoln County and Southwest Mississippi. It is likely the heat advisory will continue tomorrow. Temperatures are […] The post Heat advisory in effect appeared first on Daily Leader.
Hollingsworth named State Fire Staff Officer
Jessica Hollingsworth, a Forest Service employee with 20 years of experience in natural resources, has been selected as the National Forests in Mississippi’s Fire Staff Officer, a position that oversees and coordinates one of the largest prescribed burn programs in the country. “The National Forests in Mississippi’s fire program has a great reputation nationally. It’s […] The post Hollingsworth named State Fire Staff Officer appeared first on Daily Leader.
Lincoln County Jail Docket: Brookhaven man charged with domestic violence
Lincoln County Jail docket, Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024: Deneshia K. Harvey, 01/21/1994, 408 South Locust St. No. 29, McComb — arrested on city warrant, by BPD. Derren Jess Brister, 03/08/1993, 1987 Oakwood Lane — arrested, charged with simple assault domestic violence (first/second), by LCSO. NOTE: An arrest does not constitute guilt for the accused. […] The post Lincoln County Jail Docket: Brookhaven man charged with domestic violence appeared first on Daily Leader.
‘Lies, rumors, innuendo … fiction.’ State GOP chair, AG bash Auditor Shad White’s book on welfare scandal
State Auditor Shad White has taken the unusual tack for a leader of an investigative and enforcement agency of writing a book about an ongoing case — the Mississippi welfare fraud scandal. “Mississippi Swindle: Brett Favre and the Welfare Scandal that Shocked America” hit bookshelves on Aug. 6 even as feds continue to probe and […] The post ‘Lies, rumors, innuendo … fiction.’ State GOP chair, AG bash Auditor Shad White’s book on welfare scandal appeared first on Daily Leader.
‘Gone from this earth but forever in our hearts,’ local hero laid to rest
BROOKHAVEN — The stories about Brookhaven resident Troy Floyd carried from the speakers of a Lincoln County District 3 truck down Bethel Road Tuesday afternoon. Floyd was shot and killed in the line of duty in Summit on Aug. 8 and buried Tuesday afternoon. District 3 Supervisor John David Hart said he had known Floyd […] The post ‘Gone from this earth but forever in our hearts,’ local hero laid to rest appeared first on Daily Leader.
Watch video of funeral procession for officer Troy Floyd
Watch the video of the funeral procession for fallen police officer Troy Floyd. The procession led from Bethel Temple Pentecostal Church to the cemetery. The post Watch video of funeral procession for officer Troy Floyd appeared first on Daily Leader.
Lincoln County Jail docket: 80-year-old charged with simple assault
Lincoln County Jail docket, Monday, Aug. 12, 2024: Jimmie Lee Gilmore, 12/21/1943, 2864 1/2 Old Hwy. 51 N, Wesson — arrested, charged with simple assault by menace or fear, by Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office. Erica Unese Walls, 12/30/1982, 287 Adams Lane, Meadville — arrested, charged with shoplifting first offense (value $1,000 or less), trespassing, by […] The post Lincoln County Jail docket: 80-year-old charged with simple assault appeared first on Daily Leader.
Honoring a great man: Community pauses to mourn fallen police officer, friend
BROOKHAVEN — Lincoln County Supervisors opened their Tuesday morning by taking time to honor a great man Troy Floyd. District 5 Supervisor Doug Falvey asked for a moment of silence. Floyd was a Brookhaven native and Lincoln County resident. He was shot and killed in the line of duty last Thursday while working for the […] The post Honoring a great man: Community pauses to mourn fallen police officer, friend appeared first on Daily Leader.
Photo Gallery: Community pays tribute to officer Troy Floyd during morning procession
Photos from the morning funeral procession from Riverwood Funeral Home to Bethel Temple Pentecostal Church: The post Photo Gallery: Community pays tribute to officer Troy Floyd during morning procession appeared first on Daily Leader.
Lincoln County resident contracts West Nile-Virus
BROOKHAVEN — According to the Mississippi Department of Health, a Lincoln County resident was infected by the West Nile Virus this past week. The positive case is one of 14 statewide cases in 2024. West Nile Virus is primarily spread by mosquitoes. Symptoms usually include fever, headache, vomiting, diarrhea or rash. People can lower risk […] The post Lincoln County resident contracts West Nile-Virus appeared first on Daily Leader.
State fire investigation continues
BROOKHAVEN — Fire investigation continues for a house fire on Old St. John Road on July 15. No one was hurt or killed in the early morning fire. Volunteer firefighters with New Sight and Heucks Retreat Volunteer Fire Department responded to the scene where the home was fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters worked to protect […] The post State fire investigation continues appeared first on Daily Leader.
Deer season checklist for hot August days
BROOKHAVEN — Hunters are now on the home stretch for deer season. The special September Velvet season is a month away and bow season will be a little over a month and a half away. Time is ticking as the daylight gets shorter gradually every day. Now is the time to get the final pre-season […] The post Deer season checklist for hot August days appeared first on Daily Leader.
Lincoln County Jail docket: Bogue Chitto man charged with felony home repair fraud
Lincoln County Jail docket, Thursday-Sunday, Aug. 8-11, 2024: Jerreko Johnson, 08/12/1993, 6046 Thomas Road, Crystal Springs — arrested, charged with disorderly conduct/disobeying lawful order, by Brookhaven Police Department. Ronald Ard, 07/29/1970, 1003 Willie Allen Lane, McComb — state work program, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office. Alex Dean Powell, 02/06/1988, 3061 Daughdrill Trail, Bogue Chitto — arrested, […] The post Lincoln County Jail docket: Bogue Chitto man charged with felony home repair fraud appeared first on Daily Leader.
Wildfires pick up again
BROOKHAVEN — Wildfires are starting to pick back up again in southwest Mississippi. Lincoln County residents should consider Smokey Bear’s message for the past 80 years “Only you can prevent wildfires.” Mississippi Forestry Commission reports 9 out of 10 wildfires are caused by human error meaning 90 percent of all wildfires are preventable. Smokey Bear […] The post Wildfires pick up again appeared first on Daily Leader.
MDOT: Remember contraflow protocol in the event of hurricane evacuation
With hurricane season heating up, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) reminds residents that contraflow could be implemented in the event of a powerful hurricane, typically a Category 3 or greater. In Mississippi, contraflow turns all four lanes of I-59 and I-55 traffic northbound from Louisiana through just south of Hattiesburg and Brookhaven, respectively, to aid in […] The post MDOT: Remember contraflow protocol in the event of hurricane evacuation appeared first on Daily Leader.
Fallen Officer: Lincoln County’s Troy Floyd will be laid to rest Tuesday
BROOKHAVEN — Slain Summit Police Officer Troy Floyd will be laid to rest Tuesday afternoon. Funeral and visitation for the Brookhaven native and Lincoln County resident will start Tuesday morning. Guy’s Ole Brook Pharmacy, where Floyd’s wife Sage worked, announced it will be closed Tuesday from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. The company said it would […] The post Fallen Officer: Lincoln County’s Troy Floyd will be laid to rest Tuesday appeared first on Daily Leader.
Brookhaven native Sample to be honored for justice work
Brookhaven native Tex Sample will have his name placed on the Wall of Freedom in Kansas City, Missouri. Sample will be honored by the black community on Aug. 24 at the “Monument to Freedom, Justice, and Courage Honoree Celebration” in Leon Jordan Memorial Park. The monument was constructed to highlight those whose work significantly impacts […] The post Brookhaven native Sample to be honored for justice work appeared first on Daily Leader.
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