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Mississippi least supportive state of poor residents: report
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A report shows that a state known for its poverty nationally does not show much grace to its poorest residents. The latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals that about 11.5%, or over 38.5 million Americans, live in poverty. In Mississippi, that number is roughly 561,000 people or nearly one in five […]
Mississippi man pleads to million dollar bank fraud conspiracy
A Mississippi man pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud, leading to a financial loss exceeding $1 million. Court documents reveal that Aaron Brown, 42, starting as early as January 2021, conspired with multiple individuals to exploit his auto sales company and those owned by his accomplices in a systematic check kiting scheme. This involved issuing and depositing nonsufficient fund checks into their bank accounts, falsely indicating vehicle sales that had not occurred.
City of Meridian Arrest Report July 24, 2024
Meridian Police Department was requested to respond to 175 calls for service from July 23, 2024 at 6:00 AM to July 24, 2024 at 6:00 AM. The following were reported to the Meridian Police Department. Robbery. There were no robberies reported. Commercial Burglary. There were no commercial burglaries reported. Church...
Wednesday brings more below-average temps and flooding risks
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - While our stent of cooler temperatures may soon be coming to an end, Wednesday and Thursday are bringing more than just unseasonably cool temperatures. We’re expecting more rain through Wednesday morning that will increase our localized flooding risks. Highs today linger in the mid to lower 80s. Heavy cloud cover and persistent rain and storms throughout the morning and parts of the afternoon put a lid on the highs from pretty early on in the day.
Team of the Week: Encore Dance Company
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - This week’s Total Pain Care Team of the Week is the Diamond Company from Encore Dance Company, in Meridian. The Diamond Company recently returned home from the Platinum National Dance Competition in Chicago where they competed with their routine titled “Dracula” which was choreographed by Cydney McGee.
The Meridian Museum of Art will host their 50th annual Bi-State Competition and Exhibition
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -On Saturday, the Meridian Museum of Art will host its 50th annual Bi-State Competition and Exhibition. The museum displayed art beginning June 4th, and there will be a closing reception on Saturday, July 27th, from 1 pm until 3 pm. Seventy-one pieces of artwork were accepted into...
Velma Young Pool closed due to flooding, dirty water
The Velma Young Swimming Pool has been closed until further notice. The water is now flooded and dirty due to the recent amount of rain. Twin States News will keep you updated on the situation and inform you when the pool is back open.
Mother arrested in Mississippi after reportedly killing one son, abandoning another along interstate tells reporter she was on drugs when committing crimes
A mother who was arrested at a Mississippi train station after she reportedly killed one child and left another on the side of the Louisiana interstate was caught on camera telling a television reporter that she was on drugs when she committed the crimes. Aaliyah Jack, a 25-year-old mother from...
Lindsey steps down as Patrician Academy Football Coach
BUTLER, Ala. (WTOK) - After 13 years at Patrician Academy, Head Football and Baseball Coach, Jonathan Lindsey, informed WTOK that he is stepping down as the Head Coach of both programs. He issued the following statement to WTOK:. “The past 13 years as Head Football and Baseball Coach have been...
Willis tenders resignation as Demopolis School Superintendent
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Demopolis City Schools Board of Education has accepted the resignation of School Superintendent Tony Willis. Earlier in the day, The Anniston Star reported that Willis was appointed as superintendent of Calhoun County Schools. Board president Harris Hurst said the board has begun its...
Tuskegee looks at changing how the city is governed
Residents in Tuskegee could possibly get to vote on whether to change who hires and fires city employees. The proposal was discussed at Tuesday night’s city council meeting. Right now the City of Tuskegee has a less traditional type of governing body. Employees are hired and fired by a city manager instead of by the mayor. But now, a petition is circulating that would change that.
Montgomery City Council committee considers increased business license fees
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - As Montgomery looks for more money to fund projects and initiatives, the City Council’s Commerce and Industry Standing Committee believes they have found an avenue to do just that: increase business license fees. “We want to be competitive when it comes to business licensing fees...
New thrift store puts down roots in former Sears Home Store
A new thrift store has put down roots in the former Sears Home Store on Citizens Parkway. . Selma Roots is being run by Betty Oldroyd, who had been running Never Forgotten Treasures across the river on Highway 80. . Oldroyd said the old store will shut down, and everything will move...
Meet the owner of local restaurant that features fried chicken, 'smackin cheese' and more
Charmaine Simpson, owner of Fat Momma Lucy’s, celebrated her restaurant being open at its current location, 3909 U.S. Highway 80 in Phenix City, Alabama for a year with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday morning. The name honors the memory of Simpson's grandmother. Learn more here, and check out a few menu items in this short video.
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts Jazz Jams
The 2nd and 4th Thursdays | July 25, August 8, August 22, 2024. In partnership with the City of Montgomery, Alabama, Jazz Jams is back! This free event celebrates Montgomery, Alabama’s vibrant creative culture, featuring a live band, cash bar, and delicious hors d’oeuvres. This free, 21+ event features music from local jazz musicians.This event is rain or shine; in the case of inclement weather, activities will be moved indoors. Food Venders and Cash Bar.
Something ‘a-fowl’ in Brundidge
There’s an old saying that “There’s something rotten in Denmark.” Well, there’s something rotten in the vicinity of the transfer truck parking lot just off S.A. Graham Blvd. in Brundidge and across for the Dollar General. On Saturday morning, several shoppers leaving the Dollar General noticed a foul odor. Donna Hogan, of Brundidge, was among […] The post Something ‘a-fowl’ in Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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