Prentiss County News

Ben Davis, a former Booneville Blue Devil, has been selected by the Colorado Rockies in the MLB draft. His community celebrates his achievement as he moves toward professional baseball.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks encourages residents to enjoy outdoor activities this summer and share their experiences.

Several leading companies have announced plans to expand or establish operations in Mississippi, highlighting the state’s growing appeal for business investment.

Eric Booth Jr. from Oak Grove High School was selected seventh overall by the Baltimore Orioles, marking the third consecutive year a Mississippi graduate has been picked in the top 10 of the MLB draft.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety is accepting applications for Cadet Class 71 through August 29.

Mississippi’s sales tax holiday begins Friday and runs through Sunday, offering tax-free savings on school supplies for the upcoming school year.

The school celebrated several key achievements during the 2025-26 athletic season. Here are spots 6 through 10 on the top ten list.

The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office is hiring a full-time day shift dispatcher with a pay rate of $15 an hour. Applications are available online and in person.

A man from Florence, Alabama, was arrested in Prentiss County after deputies found drugs and suspect driving under the influence, authorities said.

The Bob Tyler Fish Hatchery Visitor Education Center held multiple workshops for educators this summer, focusing on aquatic resources and conservation efforts.