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Mississippi State launches public survey on black bears
By Sam Hughes Mississippi State University STARKVILLE —Many Mississippi landowners and hunters are receiving black bear surveys this week in their mailboxes from Mississippi State University researchers studying how the public feels about the carnivore in the Magnolia State. Sharp Professor of Human Dimensions Kevin Hunt in the MSU Forest and Wildlife Research Center—in collaboration […] The post Mississippi State launches public survey on black bears appeared first on Daily Leader.
Waffle House earns ‘B’ rating
BROOKHAVEN — Mississippi Department of Health reported eight local establishments passed restaurant inspections last week. All were “A” ratings with the exception of Waffle House which earned a “B” rating. According to the records, Waffle House is located at 954 Brookway Boulevard and earned a “B” rating for the eighth time since 2016. Waffle House […] The post Waffle House earns ‘B’ rating appeared first on Daily Leader.
A guide to surviving the dog days of summer
JACKSON — 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 […] The post A guide to surviving the dog days of summer appeared first on Daily Leader.
Police will implement new policy at events
BROOKHAVEN — A new policy for events worked by Brookhaven Police Department will prohibit masks, hoods and backpacks. Brookhaven Police Chief Kenny Collins called The Daily Leader to inform citizens about the new policy. The policy is similar to a clear bag policy implemented by Brookhaven School District last year. Three men, aged 19-20, were […] The post Police will implement new policy at events appeared first on Daily Leader.
Heat advisory, thunderstorms likely Wednesday
BROOKHAVEN — The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory and forecast of a chance for thunderstorms Wednesday. The rain chances will drive up humidity and the heat index. According to the NWS in Jackson, temperatures will reach a high of 93 degrees Wednesday but high humidity will drive the heat index up to 107. […] The post Heat advisory, thunderstorms likely Wednesday appeared first on Daily Leader.
County will get state help in HVAC project
BROOKHAVEN — Lincoln County Administrator Daniel Calcote said the county will get state help to replace the HVAC system at the courthouse. Calcote gave an update on the project to the Board of Supervisors Monday. Back in February, Lincoln County Engineer Ryan Holmes suggested the supervisors consider alternates 1, 2 and 3 to replace the […] The post County will get state help in HVAC project appeared first on Daily Leader.
Keep your dogs calm during fireworks
Dogs and fireworks are usually not a fun — or safe — combination. Although many people enjoy celebrating the 4th of July with fireworks, most dogs don’t like them. The sudden loud sounds and bright lights can be very startling to them. More pets go missing on July 4, due to loud noises from fireworks, […] The post Keep your dogs calm during fireworks appeared first on Daily Leader.
Dungan Engineering update on Lake Lincoln flooding project
BROOKHAVEN — Randy Emfinger with Dungan Engineering gave an update on a project to correct flooding issues near Lake Lincoln. He filled in for Lincoln County Engineer Ryan Holmes at the Lincoln County Board of Supervisors meeting Monday. Heavy rainfall normally inundates private property, the roadway and bridge on Lake Lincoln Road before it runs […] The post Dungan Engineering update on Lake Lincoln flooding project appeared first on Daily Leader.
MHP reports two wrecks Monday
BROOKHAVEN — Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop M responded to two car crashes Monday afternoon. One person was injured in one of the wrecks. One wreck occurred on Interstate 55 Northbound around the 47 mile marker at 2:18 p.m. Two vehicles were involved in the crash but no injuries were reported. MHP responded to a wreck […] The post MHP reports two wrecks Monday appeared first on Daily Leader.
Civic Center will host firework show Thursday
BROOKHAVEN — Residents can celebrate July 4th at the Lincoln Civic Center Thursday afternoon. Fireworks and horses from the Mississippi Highway Patrol will be the highlight of the night. There are a few changes this year. Lincoln Civic Center director Chaston Bullock said the Mississippi Highway Patrol Mounted division will be at the center from […] The post Civic Center will host firework show Thursday appeared first on Daily Leader.
Heat advisory issued, stay hydrated
BROOKHAVEN — The National Weather Service in Jackson issued a heat advisory for Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Temperatures, humidity and the heat index will be prime conditions for heat stress. It is important to stay hydrated in the heat. Tuesday will have a high of 98 and heat index of 105. Hot […] The post Heat advisory issued, stay hydrated appeared first on Daily Leader.
Local business offers cool new treat
BROOKHAVEN — Tucked away in the back half of The Crouton is a new serving station for rolled ice cream. It is a cool treat to beat the heat stress conditions forecast this week. Owner Donna Therrell first opened The Crouton in 2020 just a few weeks before COVID-19 shut down business as normal in […] The post Local business offers cool new treat appeared first on Daily Leader.
Brookhaven Farmers Market relocates Tuesday markets
The Brookhaven Farmers Market is moving back downtown for the remainder of its Tuesday markets. This summer, the market has set up on Tuesdays at Brookhaven Exchange Club, 2-6 p.m. For the rest of the summer, vendors will be in Railroad Park 4-6 p.m. “We have loved our time at the Exchange Club Park but […] The post Brookhaven Farmers Market relocates Tuesday markets appeared first on Daily Leader.
June ends slightly warmer than average
BROOKHAVEN — National Weather Service in Jackson reported the average high temperature for June was 81.2 degrees. It is a little warmer than average but below the top 10 hottest month averages. According to NWS records, started in 1896, the mean, average, temperature for June is 79.6 degrees. Temperatures were at or below the average […] The post June ends slightly warmer than average appeared first on Daily Leader.
Civic Center waiting on more security system bids
BROOKHAVEN — Lincoln Civic Center Director Chaston Bullock told the Lincoln County Board of Supervisors they received additional bids for a security system. The current camera system is outdated and antiquated. Bullock said one bid came in from local company Electronic Controls Inc. in Brookhaven. The company looked at the Civic Center Friday and turned […] The post Civic Center waiting on more security system bids appeared first on Daily Leader.
School immunization walk-in days at Health Departments
Several county Health Departments will have special walk-in days this summer for back-to-school immunizations. During the clinics, additional nursing staff will be available to provide required immunizations so that parents can complete the process quickly and efficiently. If parents have copies of their children’s immunization record, they should bring it with them to the clinic. […] The post School immunization walk-in days at Health Departments appeared first on Daily Leader.
Delta State University releases spring honors lists
Delta State University has published the names of Spring 2024 honors students. Area students include: Dean’s List Bogue Chitto — Julianna Frazier, Elijah Cupit Crystal Springs — Sonia Matrick Jayess — Dy’Mond Ball President’s List Hazlehurst — Katie Papizan Jayess — Sydney Pevey Wesson — Malori Cade The post Delta State University releases spring honors lists appeared first on Daily Leader.
Area Ole Miss spring graduates named
More than 3,100 students graduated from the University of Mississippi in May 2024. Area graduates included: Brookhaven — Silentianna Collins, BA Psychology; Carley Craig, BA Biochemistry; Gracie Gray, BA Sociology; Ashlyn Banes, MS, Communication Sciences/Disorders; Josie Hutton, MS, Integrated Marketing Communications; Payne Walker, BBA, Finance; Cody Farris, BA, Journalism; Grace Massengill, BS, Integrated Marketing […] The post Area Ole Miss spring graduates named appeared first on Daily Leader.
Wesson student signs Northwest Mississippi CC scholarship
Kayla Oberschmidt, of Wesson, recently signed as recipient of The Raiford Pittman Endowed Scholarship at Northwest Mississippi Community College. Also signing scholarships were: Konnie Suggs of Tunica, The Marcia Louise Kreunen Endowed Scholarship; Oberschmidt; William Prewitt of Smithville, The Dr. Gordon S. Bigelow Funeral Services Technology Endowed Scholarship; and Colebran Ingram of Winona, The Steve […] The post Wesson student signs Northwest Mississippi CC scholarship appeared first on Daily Leader.
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