Ridgeland Man Arrested After High Speed Chase Down I-55 Near Briarwood Exit
At approximately 12:13 p.m., Mississippi Highway Patrol State Troopers attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a Chevrolet Suburban traveling north on I-55 near Woodrow Wilson Boulevard. The driver led State Troopers in a pursuit that ended near Briarwood Drive. The driver of the Suburban, identified as 45-year-old Joseph Rouser of Ridgeland, was taken into […]
Lamar County Deputies Looking To Identify Business Burglars
On March 27, at approximately 1:25 am, Lamar County deputies responded to an activated business alarm in the 5000 block of Old Hwy 11. Deputies found the business to have been burglarized through a broken window. Surveillance footage showed 2 subjects dressed in dark clothing and armed with a crowbar. The subjects searched the business […]
Clarke County assisted living center shut down
Investigators in Clarke County and state agents shut down a local assisted living center in Enterprise on Tuesday. According to the Scotty Ray Report, Clarke County has been working with the Department of Human Services and the Attorney General’s Office to investigate the facility, which is located on County Road 370. “There have been issues […]
The Salvation Army and Atmos Energy Team Up to Ease Natural Gas Bill Struggles
The Salvation Army is pleased to announce a partnership with Atmos Energy to aid Jackson area residents facing challenges in paying their natural gas bills. This joint effort aims to provide relief to individuals and families navigating economic hardships year-round. On Thursday, March 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., eligible Atmos Energy residential customers […]
Unleash Your Wild Side in April with these events at the Natural Science Museum
MDWFP’s Mississippi Museum of Natural Science invites visitors to unleash their wild sides at the Museum this April! “We’re thrilled to offer these fun events for our community to celebrate the wonders of the natural world and to connect with each other!” says Museum Director Charles Knight. See https://mdwfp.com/museum for pricing and registration details for […]
It’s Manatee Appreciation Day! Lets celebrate these gentle giants
Photos from the museum at Manatee Lagoon in Riviera Beach, Fla. On this National Manatee Appreciation Day, conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts celebrate the beloved gentle giants of the sea, the manatees. These fascinating creatures, also known as sea cows, play a crucial role in our marine ecosystems. **Habitat:** Manatees are primarily found in shallow, slow-moving […]
Physician Assistant Program Launching Soon at USM
The University of Southern Mississippi’s new Physician Assistant Program, announced last summer, is progressing expeditiously with plans to matriculate the initial cohort in fall 2025. The program is being offered at USM’s Gulf Park campus in Long Beach. Officials in the College of Nursing and Health Professions have worked tirelessly and strategically to gain accreditation […]
Oxford woman arrested on credit card charges
An Oxford woman was arrested on charges connected to a stolen credit card, according to officials. On March 11th, 2024, the Oxford Police Department took a walk-in report regarding credit card fraud. It was declared that a credit card was stolen and used for transactions at various locations. Upon investigation, Adrienne Brown, 54, of Oxford, […]
Two jailed over slashed tires in Oxford
Two people have been jailed in Oxford after authorities say they caused damage to another person’s vehicle. On March 17th, 2024, the Oxford Police Department responded to a call reporting malicious mischief in the 100th block of Heritage Drive. A car’s tires were slashed, causing over a thousand dollars worth of damages. Upon review of […]
Beside Still Waters: They didn’t believe it
When they heard that Jesus was alive and that she had seen him, they did not believe it. – Mark 16:11 Sometimes I read about things the disciples did and I’m floored. Really, Jesus told y’all He was going to rise from the dead and when you hear it, you don’t believe it… because why? […]