Covington County deputies looking two people wanted for questioning in burglary cases
COVINGTON COUNTY – The Covington County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help locating two people wanted for questioning in connection with multiple burglary investigations. According to the sheriff’s department, deputies are seeking James Ward and Amanda Durr. Authorities said the two are wanted for questioning in connection with the burglary of Keith’s Superstore […]
Mississippi Blood Services says O, A blood types urgently needed
FLOWOOD – Mississippi Blood Services is urging people with O and A blood types to donate as the organization faces a critical blood shortage. According to Mississippi Blood Services, O and A blood types are in urgent demand, and there is an immediate need for donors. Officials said one blood donation can help save multiple lives. […]
Three arrested after 17-year-old killed in Claiborne County shooting
CLAIBORNE COUNTY – Three people have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting investigation in Claiborne County, according to Sheriff Edward L. Goods Sr. The Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office said deputies received a report of a shooting around 5:48 p.m. June 18 in the area of Hinds Street and Tillman Road near the Bikini […]
Kindness in a Hattiesburg grocery store parking lot
HATTIESBURG – Kindness. What a breath of fresh air when we see it in a normal, stressful, busy, day. Most of us are rushing around every day trying to meet deadlines, get groceries, work, clean up, and keep up with the chaos that comes with life. We are used to being ignored, fending for ourselves, […]
Multiple defendants sentenced on drug charges in Prentiss County
Multiple defendants were sentenced on drug-related charges this week in Prentiss County Circuit Court, according to District Attorney Jason D. Herring. All sentences were imposed by Circuit Judge Kelly L. Mims. Mack Randle, 53, of Booneville, pleaded guilty June 11 to trafficking methamphetamine and sale of methamphetamine. He was sentenced June 15 to serve 10 […]
Pacesetter Gallery to celebrate fifth anniversary with Flowood event
FLOWOOD — Pacesetter Gallery will celebrate its fifth anniversary next month with a birthday party highlighting the work of Mississippi artists and a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the City of Flowood. The event is scheduled for July 24 at the gallery, located at 310 Ridge Way in Flowood. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will begin at 1:30 p.m., […]
One arrested, another jailed inmate charged, third suspect sought in Sincyr Miller homicide
ADAMS COUNTY — One man has been arrested, a second suspect is awaiting transfer from state prison and a third remains at large in connection with the homicide of Sincyr Miller, according to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s officials announced that Jadarius R. Moore has been arrested and formally charged with murder. Authorities said […]
Two arrested after aggravated assault in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG – Two Hattiesburg men were taken into custody Thursday after an aggravated assault. According to the Hattiesburg Police Department, officers apprehended 22-year-old Jazzton Roberts and 21-year-old Jeremiah Silas around 2:06 p.m. June 18 in the 6000 block of Highway 98. Police said the two were taken into custody after attempting to flee the scene of […]
Swinging Bridge Festival and Car Show rescheduled for July 18
BYRAM – The Swinging Bridge Festival and Car Show has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 18. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Jackson Dragway, located at 7557 S. Siwell Road in Byram. The festival is expected to include a car show and other activities. Organizers announced the new date […]
Yazoo County deputies search for suspects after stolen vehicle found abandoned
YAZOO COUNTY – The Yazoo County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents in the Benton area to remain vigilant as deputies continue searching for suspects connected to a stolen vehicle investigation. According to the sheriff’s office, a stolen black four-door sedan was detected by the department’s Flock camera system traveling westbound on Highway 16 around 10:56 p.m. […]