Southaven Young Professionals plans social at Back Nine Golf
Southaven Young Professionals will host a casual SYP & Social at Back Nine Golf Southaven on Tuesday, September 22.
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Oxford police seek public’s help locating 16-year-old reported runaway
Oxford police are asking for help locating 16-year-old Mariah Davis, who was reported as a runaway juvenile and last seen on Eagle Point Loop.
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Oak Valley Christian Church provides meal for first responders
Oak Valley Christian Church provided a meal for first responders and showed appreciation for those who serve the community.
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Simmons athlete Jadarius Jenkins has died
Simmons athlete Jadarius Jenkins died last night, according to Magnolia Shine Podcast, which asked for prayers for his family and community.
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Oxford police to host free online safety class for parents
The Oxford Police Department will host a free online safety class for parents of children active on social media or online gaming. No registration is required.
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Oxford School District hiring bus drivers and monitors
The Oxford School District is hiring bus drivers and monitors. Applications are available at www.oxfordsd.org/jobs.
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Ripley High Homecoming parade to return downtown for first time since 1980s
Ripley High School’s Homecoming Parade will return downtown Thursday for the first time since the 1980s, followed by a community pep rally.
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Cold front to bring low chance of isolated showers Monday night
A cold front will cross the area Monday night, with a 20% to 30% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms. Heavy rain is not expected.
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City of Oxford asks residents to share how they are feeling
The City of Oxford asked followers to share how they are feeling in the comments on a social media post.
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Magnolia Shine Podcast Highlights Ole Miss Light Show
Magnolia Shine Podcast highlighted an Ole Miss light show, calling it “pretty incredible”.
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Mississippi news: Monday storm risk, lingering heat and child-seat safety checks
Sunday morning Mississippi news: Monday storm risk, lingering heat, MDOT child-seat checks, a 103-unit blood drive, deputy training and Meridian support resources.
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NHTSA says 46% of child car seats are installed incorrectly
NHTSA says about 46% of child car seats are installed incorrectly; parents can check NHTSA guidance on proper seat selection and installation.
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Nearly six-week heat wave nearing its end, weather service says
A nearly six-week heat wave is nearing its end, but two more days of temperatures 5 to 8 degrees above normal are expected first.,
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Isolated severe storms possible north of Interstate 20 Monday
Isolated severe storms with potentially damaging wind gusts are possible Monday afternoon into early evening along and north of Interstate 20.
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Isolated severe storms with damaging wind gusts possible Monday afternoon into early evening
Isolated severe storms capable of damaging wind gusts are possible Monday afternoon into early evening along and north of Interstate 20.
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Heat stress expected Monday west of Interstate 55
Elevated heat stress is expected Monday along and west of Interstate 55, with peak heat index values around 105-110 degrees.
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Pike County Sheriff’s Office shares post from public relations department
The Pike County Sheriff’s Office shared a post provided by its Public Relations Department that included #TeamWallyJones.
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