Rankin County Sheriff’s Department to host Trunk or Treat Festival
The Rankin County Sheriff’s Department will host a family Trunk or Treat Festival on Oct. 27, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.,
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Jackson Police investigate fatal shooting on Vine Street
Jackson Police are investigating a homicide after a Black male was reportedly fatally wounded in the 200 block of Vine Street.
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Facebook post says KaMario’s mother is proud of him
A Facebook post describes KaMario as a star and says his mother is proud of him.
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Edna Clemons found safe after Hattiesburg police sought public’s help
Edna Clemons, 67, has been found safe after Hattiesburg police asked the public to help locate her.
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Teenager given $900,000 bond in New Main Apartments shooting case
Fourteen-year-old Kingston Holly was given a total $900,000 bond in connection with the shooting death of 16-year-old Henry Trisby III.
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Mississippi health department highlights MyChart proxy access for caregivers
The Mississippi State Department of Health highlights MyChart features that can help caregivers manage a family member’s health information with proxy access.
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Old Capitol Museum to host free Colonial-era America250 event
A free America250 event at the Old Capitol Museum will feature Colonial-era demonstrations, presentations and hands-on activities.
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Jackson police investigate fatal shooting at gas station parking lot
Jackson police are investigating a fatal shooting at a gas station parking lot on Medgar Evers Blvd. and seeking information about a gray Honda Accord.
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Ken Rainey celebration concert scheduled at Meridian’s Temple Theatre
A free Ken Rainey celebration at Meridian’s Temple Theatre will include a 6 p.m. star unveiling and a concert featuring Randy Houser.
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Wayfinding signs added in Hernando with ARPA funding
Hernando added wayfinding signs through a project funded by ARPA funds provided by the Mississippi Main Street Association through the Mississippi Legislature.
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Hernando to hold ribbon cutting for wayfinding signs
Hernando will hold an 11 a.m. ribbon-cutting ceremony next Tuesday for its new wayfinding signs, funded through ARPA funds.
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Pontotoc business promotes fall open house
A small business in Pontotoc is inviting the community to attend its fall open house and show support.
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Low humidity expected through early next week
Low relative humidity is expected through early next week, with values as low as 25-35 percent along and south of I-40 on Sunday.
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Booneville High agriculture students attend forestry and wildlife field day
Booneville High agriculture students attended the Northeast forestry and wildlife conservation field day with support from two sponsors.
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Oxford community participates in 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
The Oxford community participated in and sponsored a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb honoring those lost and the first responders who served.
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Biloxi police monitor attendees at Banana Ball game
Biloxi police are watching over attendees at a Banana Ball game taking place tonight at Keesler Federal Park, according to the department.
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16-year-old Henry Trisby III dies after being shot Friday night
Henry Trisby III, 16, was shot Friday night and died, according to a Magnolia Shine Podcast post that expressed sympathy for his family and community.
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