Greenville police investigate shooting on South Colorado Street
Greenville police are investigating a shooting on South Colorado Street in which one of two victims suffered a non-life-threatening graze wound by a bullet.
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Motorcycle operator killed in Starkville collision
Robert Landry, 40, of Braxton, died at the scene of a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on Highway 82/Highway 25, police said.
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Hernando Main Street Chamber thanks Magnolia Grace Media’s Jordan
The Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce thanked Jordan of Magnolia Grace Media in a public message.
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Hernando group thanks Magnolia Grace Media for Water Tower Festival support
The Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce thanked Magnolia Grace Media for helping with its Water Tower Festival experience, according to a post.
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Pontotoc Fall Open House invites families to shop downtown
A downtown Pontotoc Fall Open House invites families to visit local shops and shop for new fall wardrobes from 12-4 pm.
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Jacob Martin completes HazMat training, Wiggins Fire Department says
Probationary Firefighter Jacob Martin completed HazMat Awareness & Operations training, a required step before Basic Firefighter training begins.
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Southaven police participate in third annual Lacing Up for Hope 5K
Southaven police participated in the third annual Lacing Up for Hope 5K and highlighted their partnership with Healing Hearts Child Advocacy Center.
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Elevated fire danger expected through Tuesday as humidity remains low
Low humidity is expected through Tuesday, bringing elevated fire danger before moisture gradually returns by late week.
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Tate Reeves says innovative technology is heading to Mississippi
Tate Reeves said more of the world’s most innovative technology is heading to Mississippi, without providing further details in the statement.
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Reeves says Mississippi had another week of economic development
Gov. Tate Reeves said Mississippi had another week of economic development and declared that the state’s time had arrived, in a Facebook post.
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Authorities search for parolee after escape from Madison County work center
Authorities are searching for parolee Branden Young after officials said he escaped from the Madison County Community Work Center.
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Amory police participate in Play Hard, Click Smart event
Amory police officers spoke with children and parents about online gaming safety, digital safety and parental controls at Play Hard, Click Smart.
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Meridian to hold annual Christmas tree lighting Dec. 1
Meridian’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is scheduled for Dec. 1, 2026, at City Hall Lawn, with performances, music and free hot chocolate.
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Pascagoula police recognize Officer Selover on his birthday
The Pascagoula Police Department recognized Officer Selover on his birthday and highlighted his service in several department roles since 2018.
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Lafayette County sheriff’s office urges residents to know their 911 address
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office urges households to know their 911 address and display it clearly for emergency responders.
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Very dry air prompts caution with outdoor burning in northern forecast areas
Very dry air will affect northern forecast areas through Tuesday, prompting caution with outdoor burning and a reminder to heed local burn bans.
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Downtown Tupelo post highlights Elvis-themed ‘Down on Main’ event
Downtown Tupelo highlighted an Elvis-themed Homecoming and Down on Main event in a social media post praising the city.
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