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Baton Rouge police officer, two others hurt in wreck on Airline Highway
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – An officer with the Baton Rouge Police Department and two other people were hurt in a wreck shortly after midnight the morning of Monday, July 22. BRPD said, “The officer was responding to a call when he was involved in the accident.”. He...
Louisiana Kicks Off Fifth Annual American Academy of Entrepreneurs
Innovative mentorship program is available to LED Growth Network companies through a partnership between LED and the Edward Lowe Foundation. The program has helped more than 60 Louisiana small businesses since its inception in 2020. Program launch held at the Edward Lowe Foundation’s state-of-the-art learning campus in southwest Michigan.
Utica police search for suspect accused of arson
UTICA, Miss. — The Utica Police Department said it is searching for a suspect who burned down a popular convenience store calledPit Stop on Sunday morning. The community said it is in a tough position because the store was one of the only places where people could buy groceries.
Caledonia High School opens new $9 million gymnasium
CALEDONIA, Miss. (WTVA) – Caledonia High School has opened its new gymnasium. Local community members, students, and staff were able to walk through the new gym on Monday, viewing the new video board, scoreboards, locker rooms, and weight room. The gym is bigger than before, enhancing student opportunities in...
New court date set for Herrington trial; Jurors will be brought in from outside county
Hearing to seal case files set for Thursday The man accused of killing Jimmy “Jay” Lee in 2022, Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington Jr., received a new trial date Monday and he will face jurors from outside of Lafayette County. Herrington was arrested on July 22, 2022, and charged with Lee’s murder. He was indicted on […] The post New court date set for Herrington trial; Jurors will be brought in from outside county appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
‘We were shocked’: Mississippi nurse dies after being hit by vehicle
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The death of a registered nurse in Mississippi came as a shock to her loved ones. Officials with the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) said 41-year-old Marcie Errington, of Crystal Springs, died after she was hit by a vehicle near Sunset Grill in Rankin County. Those who worked with Errington at […]
Training officer enjoys instructing Brookhaven’s firefighters
BROOKHAVEN — Marlon Dixon joined the Brookhaven Fire Department nine years ago. He is now the department’s training officer in a career he loves. Dixon said he started out as a volunteer firefighter in Byram, he has been there for 12 years and is a Captain in Byram. He rose through the ranks in Brookhaven […] The post Training officer enjoys instructing Brookhaven’s firefighters appeared first on Daily Leader.
Amerigroup MS’ Back 2 School Bash supports local students
Two hundred eighty-nine backpacks were distributed to Metro Jackson area students during a Back 2 School Bash hosted by Amerigroup MS. Over 260 participants were on hand for this fun-filled family event held at the Jackson Medical Mall on July 13, 2024. This event helps ensure that area school children...
Additional sample of West Nile found in Lincoln County
BROOKHAVEN — Mississippi Department of Health reported a second mosquito sample in Lincoln County came back positive for West Nile Virus. It is important to note the figure is not a positive case of West Nile and there are no new positive samples this week. One Rankin County resident has a positive case of West […] The post Additional sample of West Nile found in Lincoln County appeared first on Daily Leader.
Lineman around the metro participate in ”Monster” football camp
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - On Friday, a few JPS high school football players hit the turf at Hughes Field to take part in the “Monster” camp for linemen, and they did not let the weather stop them from grinding on the gridiron. Despite the dark clouds rolling in...
Local Assistance: Aid available for those affected by weekend storms
Severe weather season is here, and over the weekend, consistent rain caused flash flooding. While people may have routines to prepare for bad weather, businesses and organizations remain ready to assist the community. Twin States News spoke with the CEO of EMEPA, Randy Carroll, who says they’re always ready for...
The 8th annual Back 2 School Celebrity Basketball Game in Vicksburg
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WLBT) - The start of the school year is coming soon, and on Sunday in Vicksburg, the Young Executives organization decided the best way to bring in the new school year is with some basketball. The Warren Central gym was packed with students, parents, and athletes for the...
Shots fired in U.S. 49 road rage incident lead to one arrest, police say
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - A confrontation between the drivers of an 18-wheeler and a passenger truck escalated into shots fired and now an arrest. The Hattiesburg Police Department said the road rage incident happened on Saturday, July 20, near the I-59 exit on U.S. Hwy 49. HPD said a witness...
Estranged husband of missing Jackson woman killed during shooting at gas station
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The estranged husband of a missing Jackson woman was killed over the weekend. Derrick Coleman, who was married to Latasha Crump-Coleman, was killed during a shooting at a Jackson gas station. The shooting killed two people and injured three others. Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade said...
Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office Conducts Multiple Drug-Related Arrests
The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office, along with various law enforcement divisions, executed multiple search warrants and surveillance operations, resulting in several drug-related arrests over recent weeks. On Monday, June 24, the Sheriff’s Office’s Narcotics and Patrol Division executed a search warrant at a residence on Cedar Hill Lane in Carriere. During the search, Billy […] The post Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office Conducts Multiple Drug-Related Arrests appeared first on Picayune Item.
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