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National Civil Rights Museum hosts symposium on Mississippi Freedom Summer Project's 60th anniversary
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The National Civil Rights Museum will host a community symposium on the 60th Anniversary of Freedom Summer on Saturday, July 27, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The symposium, a hybrid event, will feature activists from the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) who will share their experiences of the Freedom Summer Project, a grassroots effort to help register African-American voters in Mississippi in 1964.
A man sought in three states was detained during a traffic stop
A suspect wanted in three states was arrested during a traffic stop, Russellville Police announced on Sunday. Billy Joe Williams faced nearly a dozen charges in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi, including robbery, assault, and exploitation of an elderly person. Russellville Police reported that Williams tried to hide on the passenger...
2024 Mississippi Miss Hospitality crowned
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – The 2024 Mississippi Miss Hospitality has been crowned. Chloe Grace Weeks, of Winston County, was crowned on Saturday, July 13. The 21-year-old is a senior at Mississippi State University (MSU), where she is pursuing a psychology degree with a minor in medical humanities. At MSU, Weeks is a member of Kappa […]
Many Mississippi charter schools struggle to help students: data
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A WJTV 12 News analysis reveals that many of Mississippi’s charter schools struggle to educate students adequately. Charter schools are publicly funded, privately run, tuition-free public schools that operate independently of the local school district and with some autonomy over scheduling and curricula. Charter schools are usually pitched as institutions that provide […]
Cities with the most expensive homes in Mississippi
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $360,310 in […]
Movies and TV shows casting in Mississippi
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
Counties with the highest unemployment in Mississippi
Despite a relatively low unemployment rate, the fear of job losses remains amid ongoing economic uncertainty. Stacker compiled a list of counties with the highest unemployment rates in Mississippi using Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Counties are ranked by their preliminary unemployment rate in May 2024, with initial ties broken by the number of unemployed […]
Velma Jackson graduating seniors recognized for achievements
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Velma Jackson graduating seniors Zaaliyah Chesser and Cornell Bacon are making strides this year. “I’ve been able to hold up my grades thankfully this whole year,” said Zaaliyah Chesser. Chesser is graduating with honors. “This is the first time having all year honor roll,” Chesser said. It wasn’t an easy […]
Insurance group challenges Mississippi reimbursement law
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A nonprofit representing health insurance companies asserts that recent legislation regulating reimbursements for ambulance services is unconstitutional. The Mississippi Association of Health Plans (MAHP) sued to block the Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) from enforcing House Bill 1489. Among other things, it mandates insurance companies to provide payment to ambulance services for certain […]
James Biglane, bank founder and business leader, has died
NATCHEZ – James Biglane, founder of United Mississippi Bank and Natchez businessman and developer, has died. Biglane’s death was announced Monday morning by family members and UMB on social media. “James Biglane established UMB in 1973 with a vision to become a community bank that would serve all citizens of the City of Natchez,” the […] The post James Biglane, bank founder and business leader, has died appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Boom! New York Gatorade Player of Year Owen Paino removes name from MLB Draft, will join Rebels this spring
OXFORD, Miss. – Ole Miss Baseball received some exciting news yesterday from Owen Paino, the 20th-best high school player in the country, who removed his name from MLB Draft consideration and announced he would be headed to Oxford to play college baseball next season. The shortstop out of Poughkeepsie,...
Local 8-year-old’s wish granted at Make-A-Wish Mississippi’s 20th annual Martini Shakedown
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - Lots of love and happy tears filled the Beau Rivage Magnolia Ballroom as Make-A-Wish Mississippi held the 20th annual Martini Shakedown. Attendees enjoyed a silent and live auction, great music, lots of food, and of course, martinis. As the special guest entertainment arrived on stage, one...
‘The whole experience is surreal’: Madison native reflects on Jeopardy appearance
MADISON, Miss. (WLBT) - A dream became a reality for Madison resident Larry P. Wellington, who recently participated in his lifelong favorite game show, Jeopardy. “It’s crazy. It’s like I said, the whole experience is surreal. It goes by in a blur, and it’s just like, I can’t believe I’m here,” Wellington said.
Authorities confirm names of those found dead in Marshall County
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. (WTVA) – Authorities in Marshall County have confirmed the names of the victims in a deadly quadruple shooting. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office reports that Nathan Stewart, 27, of Holly Springs, Shavawn Murry, 23, of Holly Springs, Victoria Pugh, 23, of Memphis, Tennessee, and Charde Ulonda Patirece Trevino, 24, of Memphis, Tennessee were all found dead in Holly Springs Sunday night.
Mississippi State's Nate Dohm selected by Mets in 2024 MLB Draft
STARKVILLE -- Nate Dohm is set to take the next step in his baseball career. Dohm, a right-handed pitcher for Mississippi State, was the latest Diamond Dawg to hear his name called in this year's MLB Draft, when he was selected by New York with the 82nd overall pick in Monday's third round. His draft slot is worth a listed $934, 800.
Local students make Southern Mississippi’s President’s List, Dean’s List
The University of Southern Mississippi has released its President’s List and Dean’s Lists for the 2024 spring semester. The President’s List includes full-time students who earned a perfect 4.0 grade point average (all A’s). Dean’s List scholars are those with at least a 3.5 grade point average, but less than a 4.0. Students recognized from […]
JAN Airport to experience delayed TSA processing times, water valve leak
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) is restricted to one TSA checkpoint after an extensive water valve leak on Saturday night. JAN says that all their departing passengers are being processed through the East Concourse TSA Checkpoint because the West Concourse flooded and needs to be properly cleaned.
Businesses host benefit for a family who lost their home to a fire
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Two local businesses raised money for a family who lost their home in a fire on Sunday, July 14. BBQ Drippins and the Fish Shack hosted a benefit today for Tommy and Alecia Prude. They lost their home to a fire in June. All of...
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