Prescribed Burns Happening On Natchez Trace Parkway Near Tupelo
If you notice smoke on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Tupelo, don’t worry! There are prescribed burns being done by park crews. Wildland firefighter crews recently wrapped up the prescribed burn at Tockshish (MM 250) and are moving to Black Belt Overlook (MM 251.9). Travelers in the area MUST reduce speed when smoke is visible […]
Lamar County Sheriff’s Office Looking For Missing Woman
According to the Lamar County Sheriff’s Office, there is a bolo for a missing 36-year-old woman named Natasha Fairley. She is 5’11 and weighs 240 pounds. She was last seen February 28th at 4th and West Hills. Authorities say she was possibly traveling in a white van going to Waynesboro Tennessee on the same date. […]
23-Year-Old Arrested After Domestic Violence Call In Tupelo
A 23-year-old man was arrested after a Domestic Violence call in Tupelo on March 7th. Officers responded to the Barnes Crossing Road area about a Domestic Violence call. When officers arrived, they secured the scene and took the suspect into custody. On March 8th, after an investigation 23-year-old Bobby D. Maxey of Thaxton, was charged […]
Mississippi Metropolitan Ballet to present “Alice in Wonderland”
The Mississippi Metropolitan Ballet, under the artistic direction of Jennifer Beasley, will present the fairytale ballet “Alice in Wonderland” at Jackson Academy Performing Arts Center at 3:00 and 7:00 pm on March 23 and at 2:00 pm on March 24. With choreography by award-winning choreographer Charles Maple, the ballet is an action-packed adventure with all […]
Two Women Sentenced to 15 Years for Identity Theft Spree in Rankin County
Madison and Rankin Counties’ District Attorney Bubba Bramlett announced that Judge Dewey Arthur sentenced Sylyndrell Pugh and Samantha Wilson to both serve fifteen years in the Mississippi Department of Corrections for their crimes of Identity Theft in Rankin County. On February 17, 2023, the Flowood Police Department received a call regarding two females stealing a […]
JSU named to “Best HBCUs With Online Degrees Of 2024” by Forbes
Jackson, Mississippi – Jackson State University has achieved another significant accolade being recognized as one of the “Best HBCUs With Online Degrees of 2024” by Forbes Advisor Education. The distinction showcases Jackson State’s dedication to providing accessible and flexible online education options while maintaining a commitment to higher learning and student success. Keith Riley, Ed. […]
Operation Shoestring Spring Fling date set
Operation Shoestring will host its annual Spring Fling event on April 18th! This year’s Spring Fling community celebration will take place at Duling Hall from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and feature live music by Southern Komfort Brass Band. On March 12th, Jackson’s Operation Shoestring invites its supporters, volunteers and families to celebrate its work in […]
Woman Killed, Teen Injured In Head-On Collision In Jones County
The Jones County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a two-vehicle crash on Monday at approximately 5:45 pm that claimed the life of a 57-year-old woman and injured a 17-year-old. The offset head-on crash occurred in the 400 block of North Eastabuchie Road. The fifty-seven-year-old female driver of the Honda Crosstour involved in the crash was declared […]
Beside Still Waters: He’s not a TAME lion
Haven’t you read this passage of Scripture: “‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; the Lord has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes’ – Mark 12:10-11 If you’ve read The Chronicles of Narnia, or even just “The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe,” you may recall the phrase, “But he’s […]
UPDATE: One Arrested, Three Wanted In Adams County On Various Charges
UPDATE: As of 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12, Eddie Wayne Jones has been taken into custody after a short foot chase. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Four people are wanted in Adams County, according to Sheriff Travis Patten. Their charges range from Attempted Murder to failure to appear for Bench Warrant. Jamionte Davis is wanted for Attempted Murder […]