Jackson police ask for help finding 14-year-old reported as a runaway
The Jackson Police Department is asking for the public’s help to find 14-year-old Cedniya Ross, who was reported as a runaway. Police say Cedniya was last seen October 25 in the 800 block of Winn. She was believed to be with friends Chrishuna White and Christajia Walker at the time. What any of the girls were […]
Mississippi Blood Services urgently calling for platelet donors
Mississippi Blood Services is urging eligible donors to give platelets to help patients across the state who rely on these lifesaving transfusions every day. Donations can be made at the organization’s Flowood Center, located at 115 Tree Street, Flowood, MS. Officials say every donation helps hospital patients who are fighting cancer, undergoing surgery, or facing […]
Panola County man charged with murder after father found dead on Butler Road
SARDIS — A 47-year-old man was found dead Thursday after deputies responded to a report of an assault in progress at a residence on Butler Road in Panola County, authorities said. According to the Panola County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrived at the scene on Oct. 24 and found Michael Wayne Ford, 47, dead in the […]
Lawrence County Sheriff asks public help to locate recently released sex offender
Lawrence County Sheriff, Ryan Everett is asking for the public’s help to locate a registered sex offender who was released from Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) custody on Friday, Oct. 24, but whose residence information has not been verified. His name is Derrick Dewayne Peyton. According to the sheriff’s office, the Mississippi Sex Offender Registry […]
BARL launches “Barks & Bids” online auction with 150+ items to support rescue pets
The Brookhaven Animal Rescue League (BARL) kicked off its Barks & Bids Online Auction today, featuring 150+ items to raise funds for the nonprofit’s year-round care of dogs and cats. The auction runs from October 26 until November 2. Check out all of the items they have available here! . Bidders are encouraged to register […]
Rez police search for alleged road rage shooter
RESERVOIR — The Reservoir Police Department is investigating an alleged road rage incident in which a woman was shot at Sunday night near the intersection of Spillway Road and Old Fannin Road. Police said the shooting happened around 9:07 p.m. as the woman was driving westbound on Spillway Road toward the dam. A man driving […]
Mayor Horhn Nominates Akilah Irvin to the Jackson Public Schools Board
Jackson — Mayor John Horhn has nominated Akilah Irvin to the Jackson Public Schools (JPS) Board of Trustees, citing her deep roots in the community and long-standing commitment to student success. Irvin, a lifelong Jackson resident, brings years of experience in education advocacy, nonprofit leadership, and public service. She previously served on various school and […]
How to stay safe while trick-or-treating in Mississippi this Halloween
With Halloween around the corner, neighborhoods across Mississippi are preparing for extra foot traffic at dusk as families head out for trick-or-treating. Law enforcement and safety officials say a little planning, plus slower driving, can keep the night fun and incident-free. Check local hours and events: Many cities, counties, churches, and schools set suggested trick-or-treat […]
Mississippi Ranks Second in Nation for Senior Loneliness, Study Finds
JACKSON — More than three in 10 Mississippi seniors report feeling lonely, giving the state one of the nation’s highest rates of social isolation among older adults, according to new research. A study by senior care platform Mirador Living found that 30.39% of Mississippians aged 60 and older say they feel lonely, placing the state […]
Ridgeland police need help identifying three people in auto burglary investigation
The Ridgeland Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying three individuals possibly connected to an ongoing auto burglary investigation. Investigators released video of the persons of interest and are asking anyone who recognizes them to contact the Ridgeland Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 601-856-2121. Police did not release additional details as the […]