Woman charged after alleged shooting, stabbing in Lafayette County
A woman was charged with aggravated domestic violence after an alleged shooting and stabbing during a Lafayette County domestic disturbance.
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Lafayette County sheriff offers fall deer-safety tips for drivers
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office advises drivers to slow down, watch wooded roadsides and avoid swerving if deer cross the roadway.
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Lowndes County sheriff warns of bail bond phone scams
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office warns of callers impersonating deputies and demanding bail money, gift cards or cryptocurrency.
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DeSoto County Justice Court seeks front counter payment clerk
DeSoto County Justice Court is hiring a front counter payment clerk at $20 per hour, with applications due by 5 p.m. Oct. 16, 2026.
Read moreFormer Guntown officials arrested in alleged $9,950 sewage billing scheme
Two former Guntown officials were arrested over an alleged scheme that billed the city $9,950 for a private residential sewage line, officials said.
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Mississippi news: Fire danger upgraded; Coast fog advisory issued
NWS Jackson upgrades fire danger for Wednesday into the weekend. Coastal fog threatens the morning commute; state meetings, nursing projects and Tupelo case dates also lead the evening briefing.
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Missing-teen appeals, Meridian traffic plan and tennis titles lead Mississippi rundown
Police seek help locating two Mississippi teens; Meridian plans a road closure. Regional tennis titles, Jones volleyball and an Ole Miss football matchup lead sports.
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National Weather Service urges advance preparation for severe weather
The National Weather Service urges advance severe-weather preparation and testing multiple alert methods, including weather radio and smartphone apps.
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Mississippi community briefing: October 13, 2026
Verified local updates with the dates, places and source links for each item.
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Tupelo police announce felony shoplifting arrest
Tupelo police announced a felony shoplifting arrest involving Best Buy, with the case set for presentation to the Lee County Grand Jury.
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Mississippi community briefing: October 12, 2026
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Meridian to close section of North Hills Street for line maintenance
A section of North Hills Street in Meridian will close Oct. 15 for line maintenance and is expected to reopen Oct. 16.
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Gautier police seek public’s help locating 16-year-old Colten Potter
Gautier police are seeking information about Colten Potter, a 16-year-old last seen leaving the Bayou Oaks Street area.
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Woman charged with felony shoplifting in Tupelo
A Crawford woman was arrested and charged with felony shoplifting after police investigated the theft of multiple items from a Tupelo Wal-Mart.
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Greenville police seek help locating missing 15-year-old
Greenville police are seeking information to help locate 15-year-old Chriserria Cusic, last seen Oct. 7 wearing black shorts and a black tank top.
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Panola County sheriff warns of jury-duty warrant phone scam
The Panola County Sheriff’s Office warns about calls claiming people have warrants for missing jury duty and demanding phone payments.
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Horn Lake shooting, Tupelo player death and volleyball semifinal lead rundown
Horn Lake police investigate a fatal shooting; Lauderdale County plans road closures. Mississippi sports reports cover a Tupelo football player’s death, a Class 2A volleyball semifinal and college results.
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