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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 8, 2026 at 6:32 am CDT Jon Myers

FBI offers up to $25,000 reward in Claiborne County deputy shooting death

The FBI is offering up to $25,000 for information about the shooting death of a Claiborne County deputy, officials said.

September 8, 2026 at 12:44 am CDT Jon Myers

Cops, Pops & Pups adoption event set for Jones Park

A Cops, Pops & Pups event at Jones Park will offer adoptable pets, free DAPP or HCP vaccines and handmade popsicles.

September 8, 2026 at 12:25 am CDT Jon Myers

Deputy killed and bystander injured in shooting near Hermanville

A deputy was killed and a bystander injured in a shooting near Hermanville as MBI investigates the incident involving the Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office.

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September 8, 2026 at 12:23 am CDT Jon Myers

Hinds County sheriff offers condolences after death of Claiborne County deputy

Hinds County Sheriff Tyree D. Jones offered condolences after Claiborne County Deputy Terrian Bailey’s death from gun violence.

September 7, 2026 at 9:47 pm CDT Jon Myers

Deputy killed, bystander wounded in shooting near Hermanville

A Claiborne County sheriff’s deputy was killed and a female bystander wounded in a shooting near Hermanville, MBI said.

September 7, 2026 at 6:23 pm CDT Jon Myers

Lee County Sheriff’s Office offers condolences to Claiborne County community

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office offered condolences to Deputy Terrian Bailey’s family and friends, the Claiborne County Sheriff’s Department and community.

September 7, 2026 at 6:22 pm CDT Jon Myers

Olive Garden provides lunch for Hattiesburg police officers

Olive Garden provided lunch for Hattiesburg Police Department officers, prompting the department to thank the restaurant for its community support.

September 7, 2026 at 6:21 pm CDT Jon Myers

Hattiesburg police investigate minor’s death; woman charged with felony child abuse

Hattiesburg police are investigating a minor’s death after a call for assistance and have charged Laquita Presley with felony child abuse.

September 7, 2026 at 6:21 pm CDT Jon Myers

Scott County Sheriff’s Office mourns Claiborne County Deputy Terrian Bailey

The Scott County Sheriff’s Office mourned Claiborne County Deputy Sheriff Terrian Bailey and expressed support for his family and colleagues.

September 7, 2026 at 6:20 pm CDT Jon Myers

Vicksburg police mourn Claiborne County Deputy Terrian Bailey

The Vicksburg Police Department offered condolences after Claiborne County Deputy Terrian Bailey died in the line of duty and honored his service.

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