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McAlister’s Deli Free Tea Day is more than just a satisfying sipper
Food promotions across the restaurant space entice guests to make a special visit. With the annual McAlister’s Deli Free Tea Day event, the celebration is about the guest, the beverage, and the people who brew that sweet hospitality every day of the year. Within the fast casual restaurant space,...
Kosciusko leaders vote to increase food truck fee
KOSCIUSKO, Miss. (WJTV) – It will cost more to operate a food truck in the City of Kosciusko. Breezy News reported the Kosciusko Board of Aldermen voted on Tuesday, July 16 to increase the yearly fee from $250 to $550. That’s the state’s standard fee for a transient vendor, which includes food trucks. There are […]
Crowd shows up to support grieving mother Heather Wyatt at court hearing in South MS
Protesters gathered outside the Jackson County courts in Pascagoula to support Heather Wyatt as a hearing was held over an order temporarily shutting down Heather Wyatt’s social media. The judge reinstated her social media in the hearing.
New Hinds CC Hi-Stepper Director a familiar face
Bekah King of Pearl has come home to Hinds Community College. A Hi-Stepper in 2013-2015 and head captain her sophomore year, she takes over as the third Director in the 75-year history of the Hinds Community College Hi-Steppers. “These were two of the best years of my life, and I...
Olive Branch turns down cigar bar
Olive Branch turned down a request to allow a cigar bar to open next to a residential subdivision citing concerns from neighbors about traffic, its affect on the character of the neighborhood, and the possibility of second hand smoke impacting homes behind the location. The Board of Aldermen voted 6-1...
Mar-Jac expands into Perry County, brings new jobs and an economic impact in the millions
Mar-Jac Poultry held a groundbreaking ceremony last week for its new $25 million transload facility in Perry County, which will bring new jobs and streamline the company's supply chain efforts. “Our company, at the heart of who we are, takes a lot of pride in our commitment to the local...
Tree Down on Old Hwy 27 causes Power Outage
VICKSBURG, Miss. – According to reports, a downed tree on Old Hwy 27 has caused power outages to the Oak Park area, Lee Rd, and Old Hwy 27. The Entergy Website shows, as of this writing, that the outage affects 1,173 customers. Power is expected to be restored by 11 a.m.
Horn and Clark Families Receive Signal Honor for Excellence in the Seafood Industry
The Horn and Clark families in coastal Mississippi and Alabama have long been synonymous with the seafood industry. Back on May 4, Ralph Horn, the late patriarch of that family, plus Clark Seafood as a business, were both inducted into the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum Heritage Hall of Fame at the museum’s popular Biloxi facility.
Mississippi State University saves rare sea turtle
The turtle had its third successful visit for special care after a fishhook was lodged in his stomach. Toast Malone, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, has been successfully treated for specialized care at Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM). This turtle, among the world’s most endangered sea turtle species, received an endoscopy upon arrival where John Thomason, DVM, MS, DACVIM, identified and removed a fishhook from his stomach, saving his life.
Jackson VA employee comments on Trump’s attempted assassination, removed from his position
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – An employee of the Jackson VA took to social media to voice his opinion on former President Donald Trump’s attempted assassination. In a since-deleted Facebook post, Rayford Ellis said, “Somebody tried to make American Great at that orange45 rally huh? Orange clown down 911.”
VWSD board approves clear bag policy for all athletic events
Fans attending Vicksburg Warren School District athletic events will need a new fashion accessory this year. At its monthly meeting on Thursday the VWSD Board of Trustees approved a clear bag policy for sporting events beginning in August. The policy was approved by a 5-0 vote. Under the policy, any bags brought into the stadium […]
Apartments with past-due water bills tied to man accused of stealing tenants’ water payments in Indiana
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – An apartment complex that recently had its water shut off for nonpayment in Jackson is owned by the same man facing charges for embezzling some $1.7 million in renters’ water payments in Indiana. Earlier this month, JXN Water temporarily suspended water service for the...
Photos: 2nd annual Mississippi Sportscasters Kickoff Gathering
Boswell Media Sports commentators Breck Riley (Kosciusko/Holmes CC) and Phillip Palmertree (Leake Academy) attended the 2nd annual Sportscasters Kickoff Gathering Thursday at the WFCA Radio Lounge on the campus of French Camp Academy. Broadcasters from all across the state were in attendance for panel discussions, meet and greets, and more.
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