LOU Crime Stoppers offers anonymous tips in Lafayette County area
LOU Crime Stoppers accepts anonymous tips that help law enforcement solve crimes; callers may be eligible for a cash reward if a tip leads to an arrest.
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Kimberly Holcomb Watts’ 2014 murder remains unsolved
Kimberly Holcomb Watts’ murder remains unsolved.
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Greenville discusses nature-based projects with Audubon Society and Stantec
Greenville met with the National Audubon Society and Stantec to discuss nature-based projects and potential investment in the city and Mississippi Delta.
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Pike County Sheriff’s Office holds second employee wellness fair
The Pike County Sheriff’s Office held a second staff wellness fair Nov. 10, offering screenings, vaccinations and other resources to employees on another shift.
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State Route 35 bridge lanes scheduled to close for repairs
Southbound lanes on the State Route 35 bridge in Carroll County were scheduled to close for repairs, with traffic shifted to the northbound lane.
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MDOT says U.S. 98 closure over I-59 is underway in Lamar County
MDOT says U.S. 98 over I-59 in Lamar County is closed for bridge maintenance, with some ramps open and detour signs in place.
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Rankin County deputy honored for lifesaving aid after crash
Deputy Makenzi Taylor was honored for crawling into a wrecked vehicle and providing first aid that helped save an injured corrections employee.
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Jackson police seek information about Eddy Street homicide
Jackson police seek information about an Eddy Street homicide. Crime Stoppers offers up to $2,500 for information leading to arrests.
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Columbus police report cyberstalking arrest and $5,000 bond
Columbus police said Cederian Demetria Everett was taken into custody on a cyberstalking charge; bond was set at $5,000.
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Southaven hosts annual Veterans Day luncheon
Southaven’s annual Veterans Day luncheon honored veterans, with retired Marine Col. John P. Sullivan Jr. delivering the keynote address.
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Home Depot Donates Storage Totes to Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office
Home Depot donated a pallet of storage totes for Lafayette County deputies to organize and securely store equipment in patrol vehicles.
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Lafayette County sheriff’s office outlines duties under Mississippi law
Mississippi law assigns sheriffs duties including court service, jail operations, courthouse protection and recordkeeping, the Lafayette County Sheriff’s…
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Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office hiring full-time correctional officers
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office is hiring full-time correctional officers, offering starting pay of $48,088 a year and listed benefits.
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Chula’s purchase earns a free gelato scoop at Brown & Covington
A Chula’s purchase qualifies customers for a free gelato scoop at Brown & Covington every Thursday in November from 2 to 4 p.m.
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Free Van Gogh art program planned for homeschool students in New Albany
A free Van Gogh self-portrait program for homeschool students is scheduled for November 19 at the art house in New Albany.
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Martha Rogers’ World War II uniform exhibited at Union County Heritage Museum
Martha Rogers, one of the first WAAC officers sent to North Africa in World War II, is remembered in an exhibit at the Union County Heritage Museum.
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Pike County emergency services leaders meet to strengthen coordination
Pike County emergency services leaders met at The Hangar to discuss communication, collaboration and strengthening their service to residents.
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