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Four fatal shootings by Mississippi law officers deemed justified by attorney general
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch issued a Wednesday statement saying the use of force was justified in four fatal shootings involving Mississippi law enforcement officers last year. Fitch said she based her findings on investigations conducted by the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation. ...
Mississippi schools adopt new technology for Kindergarten Readiness Assessment
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Officials with Amira Learning announced that Istation was selected by the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) as the Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA) for more than 44,000 students during the fall and spring testing periods. According to officials, the KRA will provide parents, teachers, and early childhood providers with insights into children’s […]
Gulf States Canners expanding in Hinds County
Mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-08-29 10:00:04. SUMMARY: Gulf States Canners is expanding its Clinton, Mississippi facility with a $40.8 million investment, creating 19 new jobs. Established in 1972, the company produces canned and bottled products for Coca-Cola bottlers. The modernization project aims to improve efficiency and capacity, including a new PET bottle production line for Coca-Cola sparkling products and Dasani water. Support comes from the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive program and local government agencies. The expansion is expected to be completed within a year, with job creation occurring over the next two years. Local leaders express excitement about the positive economic impact on the community.
More than 2,000 arrested in Jackson under Operation Unified
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Law enforcement agencies are working to crack down on crimes across the City of Jackson with Operation Unified. According to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (DPS), authorities have seized more than 400 firearms, including several with illegal modifications, as of Wednesday, August 29. They also have confiscated more than $360,000, […]
Clinton Christian to field young team this season
Last year was a historic year for the 2023 Clinton Christian Academy (CCA) Warrior football team. For the first time in school history, the team hosted a first-round playoff game and advanced to the second round of the playoffs. After a loss to eventual Class 3A state champion Tri-County Academy, the Warriors finished with a 6-5 overall record and 3-1 in district play under first-year head coach Teddy Dyess.
Delta In a Minute 8-29
HATTIESBURG, MISSISSIPPI - According to a report, north Forrest volunteer fire department responded to a vehicle fire on interstate 59 south near Hattiesburg. When firefighters arrived they found a semi car hauler on the highway shoulder with nine passenger cars loaded. The back three vehicle were fully engulfed in flames.
Canton man sentenced for DUI 4th offense
CANTON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Canton man pled guilty to felony driving under the influence 4th offence. Madison and Rankin Counties’ District Attorney Bubba Bramlett, Jr., said Calvin Francis, 50, was sentenced to 10 years without the possibility of parole. On April 18, 2023, a Madison police officer stopped Francis for carless driving. The officer […]
First Alert Forecast: steamy today with PM showers, storms possible
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Watch out for more pop-up showers and thunderstorms this afternoon! Some could be intense with lightning, locally heavy downpours, and gusty winds. For those that don’t end up seeing any rain today, expect it to feel hot and steamy with temperatures in the middle 90s. Most showers and storms will taper off later this evening with the loss of sunlight. Temperatures will slowly cool off to the mid-70s under a mostly cloudy sky.
McComb man dies in Amite County crash
AMITE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A McComb man was killed during a crash in Amite County. The crash occurred on Highway 24 just before 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 28. Officials with the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) said a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban, driven by 34-year-old Derrick Magee, was traveling east on the highway when it […]
Ole Miss and MSU kick off seasons on Saturday
Www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-08-30 23:18:15. SUMMARY: On Good Friday, meteorologist Patrick Bigby highlighted the start of high school football in Mississippi, providing forecasts for evening games amid cloudy skies and dissipating rain. College football also begins this weekend, featuring USM, Mississippi State, and Ole Miss matchups. Rain chances persist through the weekend but will ease by Sunday. A tropical disturbance near the Gulf is being monitored, with varying chances for development. Additionally, a fire tornado was reported in Monroe County, illustrating the dangers of wildfires. Viewers are encouraged to tune in for updates later in the day.
100 Day Bulldog Countdown: 2 Days – No. 2 QB Blake Shapen and S Isaac Smith
Jeff Lebby’s era of Mississippi State football has arrived. The Bulldogs are on their third coach in as many years as Mike Leach’s tragic passing opened the door for defensive coordinator Zach Arnett’s debut as head coach last year. That experiment failed before the year even ended for State and now it’s Lebby’s turn to […] The post 100 Day Bulldog Countdown: 2 Days – No. 2 QB Blake Shapen and S Isaac Smith appeared first on On3.
Predictions for the biggest games in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season
Throughout the college football season, the Maroon and White Nation team will be giving their predictions for the biggest games each week. We'll pick the headlining national games, the top games in the SEC, and of course give our predictions for the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Here's our picks for Week...
BONEYARD: A look at Eastern Kentucky
Mississippi State will welcome Eastern Kentucky to Davis Wade Stadium this weekend for the first time. Kickoff is set for 5 PM CT. The game can be streamed on the ESPN APP. The radio broadcast can be heard through the regular Mississippi State affiliates or on the Varsity App. The...
Meet Charlie: This dog has received one of Mississippi's highest honors for valor. Here's why
A Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks law enforcement K-9 and his partner recently received medals of valor from the department for their efforts in locating three missing children. According to a news release from the department, Cpl. Bradley Starling and K-9 partner Charlie were requested by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office...
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