East Mississippi Correctional Facility holds first Family Day under new warden
East Mississippi Correctional Facility held its first Family Day under Warden Mike Dixon, with family activities, church support and live music.
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Mississippi Parole Project workshop addresses legal rights and reentry
A Mississippi Parole Project workshop at CMCF covered parole preparation, reentry files and voting-rights restoration pathways.
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Katelyn Head named Belhaven’s 2026 Young Alumnus of the Year
Katelyn Head, superintendent of the Mississippi Correctional Institute for Women, has been named Belhaven’s 2026 Young Alumnus of the Year.
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October recognized as Agritourism Month in Mississippi
October is Agritourism Month in Mississippi, with families invited to explore farms, hayrides, animals, pumpkins and produce.
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Oxford police investigate suspected overdose involving synthetic kratom products
Oxford police are investigating a suspected overdose involving synthetic kratom products at a Sweetgum Lane residence.
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Lowndes County sheriff’s office marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office marked Breast Cancer Awareness Month by highlighting early detection, screenings, support and education.
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NWS Jackson forecasts remnants of Hurricane Polo in area within two days
The U.S. National Weather Service in Jackson forecasts Hurricane Polo remnants could affect the area within two days and possibly through early next week.
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Short road closure planned for Gateway Sculpture Unveiling
A short road closure is planned today from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. for the Gateway Sculpture Unveiling in Ocean Springs.
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Cpl. Daniel visits kindergarten class at Carver Elementary
Cpl. Daniel visited Ms. Daniel’s kindergarten class at Carver Elementary, where students welcomed the visit with smiles and laughter.
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Meridian goes pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Meridian is recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month by going pink and honoring survivors, fighters, families and those lost to the disease.
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Jackson standoff ends peacefully after 13 hours; three children rescued
A 13-hour Jackson standoff ended peacefully after three children were rescued and Christopher Walker was taken into custody, police said.
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Coahoma County sheriff’s office shares domestic violence resources
The Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office is sharing information about domestic violence and resources available to victims and survivors during Awareness Month.
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Applications open for 2026 Mississippi waterfowl WMA draw hunts
Applications are open for Mississippi’s 2026 waterfowl WMA draw hunts through Oct. 15, 2026. Applying is free with a WMA permit.
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Mississippi agency highlights rights of long-term care residents in October
The Mississippi Department of Human Services is observing Residents’ Rights Month by highlighting the rights and voices of long-term care residents.
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Art Mart announced for Saturday
The Batesville – MS Police Department announced that an Art Mart event is scheduled for Saturday.
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Oxford School District cancels Community Tailgate because of storm chance
Oxford School District canceled tomorrow’s Community Tailgate because of possible afternoon storms, but said the Chargers’ game will proceed.
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Oxford School District ranks sixth in Mississippi for low chronic absenteeism
Oxford School District ranked sixth in Mississippi for the lowest chronic absenteeism rate and thanked its community for prioritizing attendance.
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