Jackson Mayor John Horhn appoints Cathy Northington as Chief of Staff
JACKSON – Mayor John Horhn today announced the appointment of Cathy Northington as Chief of Staff in the Office of the Mayor. Northington brings extensive experience in operational leadership, strategic planning, and civic advocacy to City Hall. “Cathy Northington is a proven leader who understands how to bring people together to get things done,” said […]
Sanderson Farms Championship host organization donates $1M to Children’s of Mississippi
By Tally Duke University of Mississippi Medical Center JACKSON – Century Club Charities, host of the Sanderson Farms Championship, has once again reached a milestone in giving—donating $1 million from tournament proceeds to benefit Children’s of Mississippi. This marks the 12th consecutive year that the tournament has donated $1 million or more to Friends of […]
Biloxi Police Release Photo of Suspect After Razor Blades Found in Bread at Two Walmart Stores
BILOXI — The Biloxi Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a woman considered a person of interest in two reported incidents involving razor blades placed inside loaves of bread at two Walmart locations in the city. Crimestoppers shared that police said officers responded Dec. 15, 2025, to a Walmart in the 2600 […]
Traffic Stop in Prentiss County Leads to Meth Possession Charge
PRENTISS COUNTY — A traffic stop in Prentiss County led to the arrest of a Booneville man after authorities said he was later found to be in possession of methamphetamine. According to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department, Deputy Ethan Hester stopped a vehicle on Dec. 11, 2025, for improper equipment. The driver, Christopher Yates, 44, […]
STEPPING UP TO SERVE: Rankin County Man Turns Business Into Monthly Mission to Help Neighbors in Need
There is a man in Rankin County named John who has an incredible way of serving the community. He said it’s his calling from God, and it has already made a huge difference in many people’s lives. He said the endeavor started out small and privately, but he has since felt called to expand this […]
Magee Police Announce Several Recent Arrests
MAGEE — The Magee Police Department reported several recent arrests involving a range of traffic and drug-related charges, according to a statement released by the department. Police said Damien Newell was arrested and charged with driving while his license was suspended, no insurance, and speeding. Quinten Smith was arrested and charged with possession of paraphernalia. […]
Former Coahoma County deputy coroner pleads guilty to embezzlement
JACKSON — A former Coahoma County deputy coroner has pleaded guilty to embezzling nearly $19,300, authorities announced Tuesday. Markeith Mosley admitted to converting a Fuelman card belonging to Coahoma County to his own use, authorities said. The card came into Mosley’s possession through his position as a county employee. “Working hand-in-hand with prosecutors on cases […]
Sledge man sentenced to 3 years imprisonment for COVID-19 fraud scheme
ABERDEEN — A Sledge man has been sentenced to more than three years in federal prison for his role in a COVID-19 relief fraud scheme that stole nearly $750,000 from the federal government, authorities said. Docterance Atkins, 32, was sentenced last week to 38 months in prison after pleading guilty to one count of wire […]
Eleven Puppies Rescued By Animal Control, Firefighters in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. — Eleven puppies are safe and warm after a coordinated rescue effort led by Harrison County Animal Control deputies and Harrison County Fire Rescue. Authorities said the puppies were discovered hidden beneath a house near the Sam’s Club area, where their mother had been seen roaming for weeks. The location made access […]
Man Sentenced to Life in Prison in 2023 Newton Homicide Case
NEWTON, Miss. — A man has been sentenced to life in prison after a jury convicted him of first-degree murder in the 2023 killing of Kendrick “Monster” Evans, according to the Newton Police Department. Authorities said Evans was killed on Dec. 24, 2023, at a home near the corner of Oak Street and Violet Street. […]