DAR donates stuffed animals to Lee County Sheriff’s Department
The Daughters of the American Revolution donated stuffed animals to the Lee County Sheriff’s Department for deputies to give to children in distress.
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Plantersville School lockdown lifted after juvenile detained on school bus
A 15-year-old was detained after a reported weapon incident near Plantersville School. The lockdown was lifted after no ongoing threat was found.
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Fantasia, Harlem Globetrotters announced for Landers Center events
Fantasia and the Harlem Globetrotters are scheduled for separate events at Landers Center in March and April 2027, respectively.
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Magee police investigate shooting on city’s northeast side
Magee police are investigating a shooting on the city’s northeast side. No injuries were reported, and investigators are seeking information from the public.
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Three Lafayette Upper Elementary students recognized as September Students of the Month
Ava, Aiden and Noah were recognized as Sheriff’s Students of the Month for September at Lafayette Upper Elementary.
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Mississippi Department of Revenue’s Gulf Coast office to close for relocation
The Mississippi Department of Revenue’s Gulf Coast office in Biloxi will close Sept. 29 for relocation and reopen Sept. 30 at 8 a.m.
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Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office introduces detention center supervisor Tony Goolsby
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office introduced Tony Goolsby, an alternate supervisor at the county detention center, in its Meet Us Monday series.
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Mississippi rundown: Vicksburg case, Jackson shootings and a pivotal football weekend
The September 27 Mississippi rundown covers Vicksburg and Jackson investigations, fire cautions, major college football results and Mississippi State soccer.
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Deadline Saturday for Tropical Storm Arthur assistance applications
People impacted by Tropical Storm Arthur must apply for assistance by Saturday, October 3rd, through several available channels.
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Pontotoc County Chamber Main Street announces final Bodock shirt sales
Bodock shirts are available in a final, first-come, first-served sale through pickup only, according to Pontotoc County Chamber Main Street.{
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Two Oxford students selected for state superintendent’s advisory council
Guy Frugé and Rahma Ibrahim of the Oxford School District were selected for the State Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council.
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Seven earn high school equivalency diplomas through NEMCC Adult Education
Seven students recently earned high school equivalency diplomas through the Northeast Mississippi Community College Adult Education program.
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Oxford School District video explains excused, unexcused absences
Oxford School District posted a video featuring elementary students explaining excused and unexcused absences to families.}
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Special election set for Mississippi Senate District 34 vacancy
A special election for the Mississippi Senate District 34 vacancy is set for Dec. 22, 2026. Candidates must qualify by Oct. 8.
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Elevated fire danger expected from noon to 7 p.m.
Elevated fire danger is expected today from noon to 7 p.m. Low humidity, winds and dry fuels could allow grass fires to spread quickly.
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Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office thanks Etta community after community day
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office thanked the Etta Community for hosting a community day and praised the event’s food and fellowship.
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Low humidity, breezy conditions bring limited fire danger through Tuesday
Low humidity and occasional breezes will create limited fire weather danger, especially in northern areas, through Tuesday.
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