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Jon Ross Myers founded Mississippi News Group in 2013. Before founding the organization, he worked at The Daily Mississippian, The Marion Salute and The Southern Sentinel. A Mississippi journalist and writer based in Ripley, he received second place in poetry in the 2025 William Faulkner Literary Competition for "The Garden."

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September 23, 2026 at 2:47 pm CDT Jon Myers

Pontotoc small business announces fall open house

A Pontotoc small business is inviting the community to attend a fall open house and support the local business at the event.

September 23, 2026 at 2:47 pm CDT Jon Myers

Pontotoc Swim teams place fifth at All Shook Up Invitational

Pontotoc Swim placed fifth in the boys, girls and overall standings at the All Shook Up Invitational among 16 teams.

September 23, 2026 at 2:46 pm CDT Jon Myers

Ecru, Pontotoc fire departments partner with Three Rivers on fundraiser

Ecru and Pontotoc volunteer fire departments are partnering with Three Rivers on a cookie fundraiser to support local fire departments, with donations welcome.

September 23, 2026 at 2:46 pm CDT Jon Myers

Water line break repair underway in Cleveland

Waste Water crews are repairing a water line break in Cleveland, with water service turned off in the 200 block of North Bolivar Avenue during the work.

September 23, 2026 at 2:45 pm CDT Jon Myers

Tunica County sheriff’s office plans 11th annual charity golf tournament

The Tunica County Sheriff’s Office will hold its 11th annual charity golf tournament Oct. 16 at Tunica National to benefit Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital.

September 23, 2026 at 2:44 pm CDT Jon Myers

City of Cleveland announces open positions

The City of Cleveland is accepting applications for open positions through its online jobs page.

September 23, 2026 at 2:44 pm CDT Jon Myers

Pontotoc Electric urges Mississippi customers to conserve energy during lingering heat

Pontotoc Electric Power Association encourages Mississippi customers to conserve energy as hot weather continues into fall.

September 23, 2026 at 2:43 pm CDT Jon Myers

MDCC practical nursing instructor earns Doctor of Nursing Practice degree

Mississippi Delta Community College nursing instructor Dr. Bettinica Gatewood Cobbs earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

September 23, 2026 at 2:43 pm CDT Jon Myers

Free health screening event planned for Sept. 26 in Greenville

A free health screening event hosted by the Eta Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha is scheduled for Sept. 26 in Greenville.

September 23, 2026 at 2:38 pm CDT Jon Myers

Olive Branch Fire Department to discuss fire safety at library

The Olive Branch Fire Department will discuss fire safety and offer a fire truck tour at the B.J. Chain Public Library on Oct. 7.

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