Tate Reeves promotes hunting and fishing in Mississippi
Tate Reeves promoted Mississippi’s hunting and fishing opportunities and encouraged people to spend time outdoors.
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DeSoto County Animal Shelter seeks part-time animal care technician
The DeSoto County Animal Shelter is hiring a part-time animal care technician at $15 per hour, with applications accepted by email, fax or delivery.
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Temperatures to Warm Gradually Before Rain Chances Increase
Temperatures are expected to warm gradually into early next week before rain chances increase by the end of the week.
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Watertower Fest expected to bring longer lines as September menu nears its end
Watertower Fest is scheduled for tomorrow, with organizers expecting longer lines and promoting the final week of the September menu.
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Union County Heritage Museum highlights local railway history
The Union County Heritage Museum is highlighting New Albany’s connection to trains and the history of railways in Union County and beyond.
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Cooler temperatures and dry conditions expected through weekend
Cooler but slightly above-normal temperatures, highs in the 70s and 80s, and dry conditions are expected through the weekend, with a slight warm-up next week.
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National Weather Service announces virtual SKYWARN course
The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee, will hold its next virtual SKYWARN course on October 5th.
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Oxford School District post highlights a Chargers matchup
The Oxford School District highlighted a “battle of the Chargers” and said coaches’ children are supporting one of the teams in this week’s matchup.
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Booneville High School SGA celebrates Dolly Day with kindness and treats
Booneville High School’s SGA celebrated Dolly Day by sharing kindness and sweet treats with students and teachers, inspired by a Dolly Parton quote.
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9/11 remembrance ceremony scheduled for 6:30
A 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony is scheduled for 6:30, according to a post from the Panola County Sheriff’s Office- MS.
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Panola County Sheriff’s Office warns of jail-related payment scam
The Panola County Sheriff’s Office warned residents about a caller posing as the “Jail Nurse” and seeking money to release a family member.
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Deadline set for Mississippi Community Heritage Preservation Grant Program
The 2026 Community Heritage Preservation Grant Program (CHPG) deadline is Friday, October 2, for projects in Certified Local Government communities.
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Oxford agencies to host free Narcan training after deaths of two students
Oxford agencies and Communicare MS will hold a free Narcan training Oct. 1 after the deaths of two students this week.
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Siemens Energy invests in next chapter of Mississippi operations
Siemens Energy is investing in the next chapter of its Mississippi operations after more than 50 years in the state.
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Welty House announces closures during Mississippi Book Festival week
The Welty House will close select tours and operations during Mississippi Book Festival week, including Friday and Saturday events at the site.
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Long Beach Police Department thanks Daughters of the American Revolution
The Long Beach Police Department thanked the Daughters of the American Revolution for visiting and bringing goodies.
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