Lafayette County officials speak at Flint Hill church on human trafficking
Captain Brad McDonald and Investigator Todd Strange spoke about human trafficking at Flint Hill Missionary Baptist Church, the sheriff’s office said.
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Meridian police announce five arrests involving drugs, fleeing and firearm charge
Meridian police announced five arrests involving felony fleeing, methamphetamine, oxycodone and firearm possession charges.
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Lauderdale County fifth graders begin D.A.R.E. program
Lauderdale County fifth graders have begun D.A.R.E. with help from Sgt. Antonio Naylor and the county Sheriff’s Department.
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Booneville High School announces homecoming parade and game events
Booneville High School’s homecoming events include a Thursday parade, a Friday pep rally and a 7 p.m. football kickoff.
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BES reminds parents and families to make plans for Friday
Baldwyn Elementary School reminded parents and families to make plans to join the school Friday, identified in the post as “tomorrow”.
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City of Booneville hiring for five types of positions
The City of Booneville is hiring for public works, utility, maintenance, patrol officer and firefighter positions.
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East Mississippi Gives celebration continues on Fifth Street in Meridian
East Mississippi Gives continues with a music-filled celebration on Fifth Street in downtown Meridian. Donations are accepted until midnight.
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Pafford Ambulance Service to become Meridian’s ambulance provider
Pafford Ambulance Service will become Meridian’s ambulance provider effective Sept. 18, 2026, the city announced, with more EMS information expected tomorrow.
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DeSoto County leaders mark Constitution Day with ceremony and music
Supervisor Mark Gardner and other area leaders celebrated National Constitution Day, with Gardner playing “The Star Spangled Banner” on trumpet.
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Two Panola County men charged in Lafayette County sexual assault investigation
Two Panola County men were charged in a Lafayette County sexual assault investigation; a judge set their bonds at $75,000 and $150,000.
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Mississippi auditor’s office says it identified more than $400 million in waste
The Mississippi auditor’s office says it identified more than $400 million in waste across state government and remains committed to taxpayer transparency.
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58 Oxford School District students selected for 2026 Mississippi All-State Honor Choir
Fifty-eight Oxford School District students in grades 5-12 were selected for the 2026 Mississippi All-State Honor Choir, representing four schools.
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Mississippi news: Olive Branch phone outage, Meridian water update and forestry pact
Mississippi’s Sept. 17 evening briefing: Olive Branch phone disruption, Meridian water update, forestry agreement, Friday heat, Southaven hiring and adult education.
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Heat expected to continue into weekend as advisory remains in effect
Hot conditions are expected to continue into the weekend, with highs in the upper 90s to lower 100s and a Heat Advisory through 8 p.m. Saturday.
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NEMCC adult education students complete career assessments in Booneville
NEMCC Adult Education and Smart Start students in Booneville completed career assessments during AEFL Week to explore interests and career pathways.
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NEMCC Adult Education students explore artificial intelligence
NEMCC Adult Education students explored artificial intelligence and its role in media, images, technology and future careers during an AEFL Week lesson.
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Southaven Fire Department hiring Fire Inspector/Investigator
The Southaven Fire Department is hiring a Fire Inspector/Investigator focused on fire prevention, investigations, inspections and code enforcement.
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