Macedonia fire department to host open house and National Night Out event
Macedonia Volunteer Fire Department will host an Oct. 6 open house and National Night Out event with local first responders, food and games for children.
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Lafayette County sheriff’s office seeks stolen Honda Foreman and suspects
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a stolen Honda Foreman and offering a $500 reward for information.
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23rd Avenue segment in Meridian closed today for repairs
A section of 23rd Avenue in Meridian, between 19th and 20th Street, is closed today for repairs.
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DeSoto County absentee voting begins for Nov. 3 general election
Absentee in-person voting for DeSoto County’s Nov. 3 general election began Sept. 21 at the Circuit Clerk’s Office in Hernando.
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Four children reported dead during first month of football in Mississippi
Magnolia Shine Podcast says four children have died during Mississippi’s first month of football and calls the deaths unacceptable.
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Meridian highlights Training Captain Brandon Barr
The City of Meridian-Government highlighted Training Captain Brandon Barr as “a difference maker to us all”.
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Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office introduces Investigator John Dutton
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office introduced Investigator John Dutton in its weekly feature highlighting members of the agency and community.
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Lafayette County sheriff’s office urges residents to secure garages
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office urges residents to secure garage doors, windows, remotes and keypad codes as part of home security plans.
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Oxford High School students explain Mississippi attendance laws in video
Oxford High School students created a video explaining Mississippi’s new attendance laws to students and families. Խ
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OIS teacher Avé Miller receives Extra Yard for Teachers Award
OIS teacher Avé Miller received the Extra Yard for Teachers Award on College Game Day, according to the Oxford School District.
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Mississippi news: Monday storm risk, 105-degree heat and Oxford parent safety class
Mississippi’s Sept. 21 morning briefing: afternoon storm risk, heat near 105, Alzheimer’s awareness, Oxford class and hiring, and Pascagoula rider safety.
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Agencies work together to support safety during Ole Miss–LSU game in Oxford
Mississippi and Louisiana agencies, Oxford and university police helped manage traffic and provide security during the Ole Miss–LSU game in Oxford.
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Strong storms may develop over northeast Mississippi this afternoon
A few strong storms may develop over northeast Mississippi this afternoon, though overall chances for severe weather are low.
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Mississippi health department marks World Alzheimer’s Day
The Mississippi State Department of Health urges people to discuss disruptive memory changes with a healthcare provider on World Alzheimer’s Day.
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Heat index values expected near 105 degrees today and Tuesday
Peak heat index values are expected to be near 105 degrees today and Tuesday, with heat exhaustion possible during prolonged outdoor activities.
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Pascagoula police share safety tips for e-bikes and e-scooters
The Pascagoula Police Department is reminding e-bike and e-scooter riders to ride safely and follow Mississippi’s e-bike laws.
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Meridian recognizes Jewish community ahead of Yom Kippur
The City of Meridian extended wishes for a meaningful and peaceful Yom Kippur to Jewish families, friends and neighbors observing the sacred day.
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