Mississippi community briefing: October 12, 2026
Verified local updates with the dates, places and source links for each item.
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Greenville police seek help locating missing 15-year-old
Greenville police are seeking information to help locate 15-year-old Chriserria Cusic, last seen Oct. 7 wearing black shorts and a black tank top.
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Horn Lake shooting, Tupelo player death and volleyball semifinal lead rundown
Horn Lake police investigate a fatal shooting; Lauderdale County plans road closures. Mississippi sports reports cover a Tupelo football player’s death, a Class 2A volleyball semifinal and college results.
Read MoreFisher Road closures planned for cross-pipe replacements
Fisher Road will close from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday for three cross-pipe replacements in Lauderdale County.
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Mississippi Valley comeback, Ole Miss road win lead October 11 rundown
Mississippi Valley State rallied past Texas Southern, Ole Miss won at Vanderbilt, and Prentiss County authorities investigated a shed burglary in the 24 hours ending October 11 at 4:45 p.m. Central.
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Mississippi news: Monday fire danger, Prentiss burglary and U.S. 98 correction
October 11 morning: Monday fire danger, fall storm preparedness, early-week heat, Prentiss County burglary, corrected U.S. 98 guidance and Biloxi transportation conference.
Read MorePrentiss County authorities investigate burglary at supervisor district shed
The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary at a district shed and seeks information about the incident.
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Mississippi news: Isaias flood watch ends; farm membership fees offered
October 10 evening: northern flood watch canceled, shelter directory cleared, drier Sunday and fire concerns, agritourism membership offer and New Albany program.
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Lafayette weather warnings and Friday football results lead Mississippi rundown
Lafayette County faces wind and flood warnings as Louisville ends the unbeaten start for Kosciusko and Tupelo stays perfect. College football, volleyball and soccer round out Saturday’s Mississippi report.
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Lafayette County officials warn of wind and flooding from Isaias remnants
Lafayette County officials warn of strong winds, flooding and possible debris as Isaias remnants move through the area.
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