Flo Rida to headline 2026 Mississippi State Fair as officials unveil patriotic theme
JACKSON — Grammy-nominated rapper Flo Rida will headline the 2026 Mississippi State Fair, Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced Wednesday as state officials unveiled this year’s patriotic theme and several new attractions. The 2026 Mississippi State Fair will run Oct. 8-18 at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson under the theme “Let Freedom […]
69-year-old man arrested after 3 women shot in Columbus
COLUMBUS – Three women were injured in a shooting Wednesday in Columbus, according to WTVA. Police responded to the 2600 block of Sixth Avenue, where they found the women suffering from gunshot wounds. According to WTVA, police described the women’s injuries as non-life-threatening. The victims identified 69-year-old Eugene Henley as the alleged shooter, WTVA reported. Police […]
Man indicted in Southaven machete killing
A DeSoto County grand jury has indicted a 21-year-old man in connection with a deadly machete attack in Southaven. According to the DeSoto County District Attorney’s Office, Maberic Javier Reyes, of Honduras, was indicted in the Jan. 13 killing of his roommate. Investigators said Reyes is accused of killing the victim, who was from Mexico, […]
Jackson seeking volunteers for CleanJXN Corridor Clean Up Series
JACKSON – The city of Jackson is inviting residents to take part in the Jackson Rising CleanJXN Corridor Clean Up Series. The cleanup series is designed to bring together residents, churches, schools, businesses and community organizations to help keep Jackson clean and beautiful. Organizers said volunteers can participate for a few hours or join multiple cleanup […]
Police warn parents after incidents involving airsoft guns resembling real firearms
OXFORD – Police are warning parents and students about the dangers of carrying airsoft guns that closely resemble real firearms. According to the police department, officers responded to two separate incidents over the past week involving high school-aged students carrying airsoft guns. Police said some of the guns had the orange safety tip removed or […]
Ridgeland K-9 team places second in statewide narcotics competition
RIDGELAND – A Ridgeland Police Department K-9 team earned second place in a statewide narcotics competition. According to the Ridgeland Police Department, K-9 Titus and his handler, Officer Johnson, placed second in the Indoor Narcotics Competition at the Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers’ Association Summer Conference. The competition included K-9 teams from across Mississippi. The department said […]
MEMA to host Disaster Preparedness Day in Flowood
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will host a Disaster Preparedness Day event Saturday, June 13, in Flowood. The event will be held at Lowe’s, located at 120 Ridge Way in Flowood. MEMA said the event is designed to help residents learn how to prepare for storms and emergencies. Attendees will also be able to connect […]
Natchez man arrested on felony drug charges after search warrant
NATCHEZ – A Natchez man was arrested on multiple felony drug charges after Adams County narcotics investigators executed a search warrant. According to Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten, investigators with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division arrested 64-year-old Carell N. Jones, of Natchez, after an investigation and search warrant. Jones was charged with sale […]
Southern Pines Healthy Pet Clinic looking for donated washing machines
HATTIESBURG – Southern Pines Healthy Pet Clinic is asking the community for help after both of its washing machines stopped working. According to the clinic, laundry is piling up quickly, and the organization is looking for two donated washing machines to help keep its clinics running smoothly. Southern Pines said gently used appliances would be […]
Mississippi adds animal movement requirements after New World screwworm detection in Texas
The Mississippi Board of Animal Health has announced new interstate movement requirements for certain animals entering Mississippi after a detection of New World screwworm in Texas. The requirements took effect June 8 and apply to certain warm-blooded animals entering Mississippi from Texas or other affected states. According to the board, all warm-blooded animals imported to […]