U.S. 98 over I-59 in Lamar County to close for maintenance
Both directions of U.S. 98 over I-59 in Lamar County will close Nov. 13-16 for bridge maintenance, with detours in place.
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Cleveland police list weekly arrests by offense
Cleveland police listed arrests by offense for the week of Nov. 2 through Nov. 8, including contempt of court and public profanity.
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Pontotoc Christmas parade set for Dec. 7, 2026
Pontotoc County Chamber Main Street set its annual Christmas parade for Dec. 7, 2026, and added online registration alongside printed forms.
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Vicksburg police announce additional arrest in homicide investigation
Vicksburg police announced an additional arrest in the Feb. 11 homicide of Jaylon Walker. Jamarrious Hamilton faces murder and conspiracy charges.
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Locations closed for Veterans Day; emergency lines remain available
Town of Ecru locations are closed for Veterans Day. Emergency lines serve Pontotoc and Bruce, with PEPA dispatch available around the clock.
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Greenville Technical Center hosts college and career fair
Greenville Technical Center hosted a fair connecting students and professionals with career opportunities, education pathways and workforce development.
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Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office issues holiday shopping safety advice
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office urges holiday shoppers to stay alert, secure belongings and vehicles, and keep children in sight.
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Mississippi Human Services offices closed for Veterans Day
Mississippi Human Services offices are closed for Veterans Day; clients can access services through its Common Web Portal.
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Jackson street closures begin ahead of National Folk Festival
Downtown Jackson street closures are in place for the Nov. 13-15 National Folk Festival, with reopenings set to begin Nov. 16.
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Northeast offers women’s firearm safety classes at two campuses
Northeast Mississippi Community College will hold women’s firearm safety classes Nov. 21 in Booneville and Dec. 5 in Corinth.
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