Jackson State students to honor 9/11 anniversary through art and service
JACKSON — Jackson State University students will use artwork, reflection and storytelling to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks during a Day of Remembrance event Tuesday. The university’s Veterans Center and Department of Art will host Art and Service: 9/11 Day of Remembrance from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 15 […]
MDOT reports progress on dozens of southwest Mississippi road projects
MCCOMB — The Mississippi Department of Transportation is reporting progress on dozens of road and bridge projects across southwest Mississippi, including major work on Interstate 55 and several bridges and highways. Charles Busby, MDOT’s Southern District transportation commissioner, said the projects are intended to improve infrastructure and support future growth in the region. “Southwest Mississippi […]
Utica Volunteer Fire Department raffling off smart TV to raise funds
UTICA — The Utica Volunteer Fire Department is holding a TV raffle to raise money for the department, with tickets available through Dec. 10. Tickets are $5 each for a chance to win an Insignia 32-inch F20 Series LED HD Smart Fire TV with an Alexa-enabled voice remote. The fundraiser began Sept. 12 and will […]
MISSING IN MISSISSIPPI: Stephanie Hartwell, Marion County
COLUMBIA — More than two decades after Stephanie Hartwell disappeared from her Columbia home, authorities are still searching for answers about what happened to the mother of four. Hartwell was 25 when she disappeared Nov. 28, 2001. She was last seen that morning in the area of Harrison-Jefferson Road in Columbia, where witnesses reported seeing […]
Jasper County sheriff to host parent forums on vaping, drugs and online safety
JASPER COUNTY — The Jasper County Sheriff’s Department will host two parent forums this month focused on drug use, vaping and online threats targeting children. The forums will cover the dangers of vaping and what organizers describe as the latest drug, “Cob,” along with information about popular apps that can pose risks to minors. The […]
Adams County sheriff asks public for help identifying, locating man
ADAMS COUNTY — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying a man and determining his current whereabouts. Anyone who recognizes the individual, knows his identity or has information that could help deputies locate him is asked to contact the Adams County Sheriff’s Office at 601-442-2752. The sheriff’s office is asking […]
Six arrested after reported drive-by shooting in Pike County
PIKE COUNTY — Six people were arrested Sunday after a reported drive-by shooting and disturbance near Hollow Drive and Highway 98 East, according to the Pike County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the area Sept. 13 after receiving a report of a disturbance and drive-by shooting. While deputies were en route, witnesses reported that a […]
Simpson County deputies investigate shooting involving moving vehicles
SIMPSON COUNTY — The Simpson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a driver reported being followed and fired upon by occupants of another vehicle Saturday night. Deputies responded shortly after 11 p.m. Sept. 12 to a report of a shooting involving a moving vehicle traveling northbound on Highway 541 North, according to the sheriff’s office. […]
Oxford police to host free online safety class for parents
OXFORD — The Oxford Police Department will host a free online safety class for parents Sept. 21 to help families better understand the apps, trends and risks children face online. The class will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Oxford Police Department, 9 Industrial Park Drive. The department said the class is […]
Vicksburg police investigate Saturday morning shooting
VICKSBURG — Vicksburg police are investigating a shooting Saturday morning that left one person with multiple gunshot wounds. Officers responded to 2607 Halls Ferry Road around 10:51 a.m. after receiving a report of a man who had possibly been shot, according to the Vicksburg Police Department. When officers arrived, they found evidence of a shooting […]