Demolition to close I-55 in Jackson for up to 30 minutes
The former Mississippi Department of Public Safety Administration Tower will be demolished Sunday, prompting a brief I-55 closure in Jackson.
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Southaven police seek information on missing 14-year-old
Southaven police are seeking information about 14-year-old Sherlin Danae Barreto-Mendoza, last seen in the Desoto Woods area.
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Tropical Storm Arthur assistance deadline is Saturday
Mississippi residents affected by Tropical Storm Arthur have until Saturday to apply for assistance through FEMA channels.
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Mississippi news: Coastal flood advisory, Greenwood jobs and Southaven search
October 2 evening: overnight coastal flooding, a $2.1 million Greenwood project, Southaven’s missing-person appeal, Jackson road work and Pascagoula service changes.
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Mississippi rundown: DeSoto voter deadline, Southaven search and weekend football
DeSoto voter registration closes Monday, Southaven police seek a missing teenager, and Mississippi teams prepare for Saturday after key football and soccer results.
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Pascagoula Records Division to close for training Oct. 5-9
Pascagoula’s Records Division will close Oct. 5-9 for training. Accident reports are available online, and fingerprints can be processed at nearby agencies.
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Wildlife management Q&A set for Oct. 15 in Cleveland
MDWFP, MSU Extension and MSU DeerLab will host a wildlife management Q&A Oct. 15 in Cleveland. Registration costs $10 and includes a meal.
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Mississippi community briefing: October 2, 2026
Verified local updates with the dates, places and source links for each item.
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Mississippi news: Coastal rain rises, Lee County arrests and Toyota school gift
October 2 morning: heavier coastal rain, Lee County kratom arrests, County Road 401 closures, a Toyota school donation and Saturday’s SBA deadline.
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Oxford police investigate suspected overdose involving synthetic kratom products
Oxford police are investigating a suspected overdose involving synthetic kratom products after emergency personnel revived a 22-year-old person.
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County Road 401 closure set Monday through Saturday at Highway 7 South
The south end of County Road 401 at Highway 7 South will close Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. until further notice.
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Oxford School District recognizes custodians on National Custodian Day
The Oxford School District recognized its custodians on National Custodian Day for keeping facilities clean and welcoming.
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Olive Branch launches Movies Under the Stars at City Hall
Olive Branch held its first Movies Under the Stars event at City Hall, with Casper planned for the next Thursday night.
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Toyota USA gives Tupelo Middle College $60,000 donation
Toyota USA donated $60,000 to Tupelo Middle College, citing the 60th year of Corolla production at its Blue Springs facility.
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Rain possible through weekend, with heavier amounts expected in southern Mississippi
Rain is possible through the weekend, with 0.5 to 2.0 inches more expected across southern Louisiana and Mississippi during the day Sunday.
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Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office posts final September reports
The Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office posted its final arrest and incident reports for September 2026 and advised residents to call 911 in emergencies.
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Two arrested in Lee County kratom investigation, sheriff says
Two men were arrested after an investigation into alleged kratom possession and sales at two Lee County businesses, authorities said.
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