South Side Elementary celebrates A-rating for 2nd year in a row
West Point Mayor Rod Bobo said this accomplishment is vitally important for the city.
Houston firefighters protect nearby houses from old motel blaze
There were some close calls as firefighters battled the blaze
As soon as Houston Fire Chief Jonathan Blankenship rolled on the scene to the structure fire, he knew there would be some unique challenges.
Woman accused of stabbing a man in Lee Co.
A Lee County woman has been accused of stabbing a man.
Man charged with aggravated assault after a standoff in Lee Co.
A Plantersville man is facing charges after a standoff with Lee County deputies.
Oak Hill Academy hosts Pie to the Face fundraiser for good cause
Teachers at Oak Hill Academy took a pie to the face for a good cause.
Man wanted in connection with school bus shooting turns himself in
A man wanted in connection with a Columbus shooting earlier this week is in custody.
Police investigate a shooting reported in Columbus
Columbus Police are investigating a reported shooting.
Woman charged with aggravated assault in Tishomingo Co.
Tishomingo County deputies make an arrest in an assault case.
Local farmers address setbacks due to history of discrimination
For centuries, African Americans have been discriminated against in the agriculture industry.
Chickasaw Inkana Foundation promotes area’s first settlers for Native American Heritage Month
The Chickasaw Inkana Foundation sponsored a showing of 'Choctaw Code Talkers'
Before a screening of the movie “Choctaw Code Talkers” the Chickasaw Honor Guard presented the colors, displaying the flags representing the United States and the Chickasaw Nation.
Crimestoppers doubles cash reward for holiday season
People are turning on the holiday music, hanging decorations, traveling, and shopping. But just like the story of how the Grinch stole Christmas, crooks are out to steal and spoil one’s holiday spirit.
Clay Co. man pleads guilty to Second-Degree murder
A Clay County man has plead guilty to a deadly shooting at Yokohama.
Reported vehicle theft leads to three Tupelo arrests
A license plate reader and a bad driver help Tupelo police find two stolen vehicles.
Corinth woman now faces First-Degree murder charges in Boonville
A Corinth woman is facing a murder charge after a stabbing in Booneville.
Clay Co. contraband scheme leaves jailer behind bars
A Clay County jailer finds himself behind bars in a contraband money-making scheme.
MDE presents award for Science of Reading Excellence to MUW
Mississippi University for Women is leading the way in teaching its Education students how to teach reading.
Ethics report on Gaetz investigation not to be released
Mississippi’s Michael Guest is the Chairman of the House Ethics Committee.
Tupelo Boys and Girl’s Club upgrades teen room for better learning
A teen room at a Tupelo Boys and Girls Club gets a major upgrade that will also help young people focus on career readiness.
Mother of school bus shooting suspect arrested in Columbus
A mother faces charges for allegedly helping her son who is a suspect in a shooting investigation.
Growing city increases need for more area hotels
The Golden Triangle is continuously growing with new businesses and facilities that are attracting out-of-town visitors as well as locals.
Columbus annexation plans placed on hold
Columbus’s planned annexation is now on hold. In a move that surprised many, city council members agreed to pause further proceedings.
Building community is theme of Tupelo’s Thanksgiving Service
The inaugural Community Spirit Award is presented to a longtime volunteer
Whether it was music from the Parkway Elementary Voice Wave Choir, the THS Madrigals, or the keynote address, the theme was building and maintaining a strong community that benefits everyone.
Columbus works towards new engine for the Fire Department
The city of Columbus is working on adding a new addition the Columbus Fire Department.
Man from Lowndes Co. found guilty of murder
Jurors deliberate less than 20 minutes to find a Lowndes County man guilty of murder.