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Mississippi governor defends legislation for Jackson water system amid court challenges

May 2, 2026 Jon R Myers
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Baldwyn Lady Bearcat Softball Players Named to Regional Teams

May 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

NEWS

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Mississippi governor defends legislation for Jackson water system amid court challenges

May 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

The Mississippi governor responds to recent legal challenges against a law creating the Metro Jackson Water Authority, emphasizing the law’s purpose and recent improvements to the city’s water system.

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Baldwyn Lady Bearcat Softball Players Named to Regional Teams

May 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

Local

Booneville Man Arrested on Counts of Luring of Minor for Sexual Purposes
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Booneville Man Arrested on Counts of Luring of Minor for Sexual Purposes

January 1, 2022 Owen Taylor

A Booneville resident has been arrested by authorities after two separate reports were filed against him, which claimed that he

Body of Baldwyn soldier, MIA since July 1950, located and to be buried next month
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Body of Baldwyn soldier, MIA since July 1950, located and to be buried next month

December 15, 2021 Jon R Myers
Pair in Prentiss County arrestd on commercial burglary charges
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Pair in Prentiss County arrestd on commercial burglary charges

December 3, 2021 Jon R Myers
Sheriff looking for female who stole purse at Booneville Walmart and used stolen card
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Sheriff looking for female who stole purse at Booneville Walmart and used stolen card

November 23, 2021 Jon R Myers
Mother sentenced for allowing continued sexual abuse of children by co-defendant
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Mother sentenced for allowing continued sexual abuse of children by co-defendant

September 28, 2021 Jon R Myers

Sports

Booneville schools and sports cancelled for next week
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Booneville schools and sports cancelled for next week

March 13, 2020 Jon R Myers

Booneville schools announced they will be closed next week. From the district: Due to the threat of the Coronavirus across

NEMCC goes to all online classes due to Coronavirus fears
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NEMCC goes to all online classes due to Coronavirus fears

March 12, 2020 Jon R Myers
Thrasher has dance routine from mini-rebels and balloon release for cancer memorial
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Thrasher has dance routine from mini-rebels and balloon release for cancer memorial

November 2, 2018 Jon R Myers
NEMCC coach named one of the nations best
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NEMCC coach named one of the nations best

October 24, 2018 Jon R Myers

State

Body of Baldwyn soldier, MIA since July 1950, located and to be buried next month
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Body of Baldwyn soldier, MIA since July 1950, located and to be buried next month

December 15, 2021 Jon R Myers

The Body of a soldier from Baldwyn, missing since July of 1950, was recently located and will be returned to

Booneville Man Charged With Murder of Child
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Booneville Man Charged With Murder of Child

March 22, 2021 Owen Taylor
Former Booneville Police Officer Arrested by FBI
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Former Booneville Police Officer Arrested by FBI

March 12, 2021 Owen Taylor
Elective Surgeries that Require Hospitalization Delayed Starting Next Week
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Elective Surgeries that Require Hospitalization Delayed Starting Next Week

December 11, 2020 Owen Taylor

National

Body of Baldwyn soldier, MIA since July 1950, located and to be buried next month
Mississippi NewsNationalPrentiss County News

Body of Baldwyn soldier, MIA since July 1950, located and to be buried next month

December 15, 2021 Jon R Myers

The Body of a soldier from Baldwyn, missing since July of 1950, was recently located and will be returned to

Former Booneville Police Officer Arrested by FBI
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Former Booneville Police Officer Arrested by FBI

March 12, 2021 Owen Taylor
McRib Returns to McDonald’s Nationwide
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McRib Returns to McDonald’s Nationwide

December 2, 2020 Owen Taylor
Miss Mississippi Asya Branch Wins Miss USA
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Miss Mississippi Asya Branch Wins Miss USA

November 9, 2020 Owen Taylor
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Local News

Mississippi governor defends legislation for Jackson water system amid court challenges

May 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

The Mississippi governor responds to recent legal challenges against a law creating the Metro Jackson Water Authority, emphasizing the law’s purpose and recent improvements to the city’s water system.

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Baldwyn Lady Bearcat Softball Players Named to Regional Teams

May 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

Several players from Baldwyn High School’s softball team earned spots on the 2026 regional teams, officials announced.

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REMINDER!
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Mississippi extends 2025-2026 wild turkey season through May 5

May 1, 2026 Jon R Myers

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks reminds hunters that the turkey season will run until 30 minutes after sunset on May 5, 2026.

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Mississippi opens applications for Fire on the Forty program for 2026

May 1, 2026 Jon R Myers

Landowners can apply for the Fire on the Forty cost-share program starting May 1 to use prescribed fire for wildlife habitat improvement.

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🚨WATCH🚨
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Mississippi trooper Andre Lloyd named ‘America’s Favorite Trooper’

May 1, 2026 Jon R Myers

Mississippi law enforcement officer Andre Lloyd has been recognized as ‘America’s Favorite Trooper.’

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Baldwyn School District Celebrates School Lunch Heroes

May 1, 2026 Jon R Myers

The district honors cafeteria staff on School Lunch Hero Day for their dedication and hard work.

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Today we give a shout out to our school campus principals who lead us academically, mentally, spirit
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School principals recognized for leadership across multiple domains

May 1, 2026 Jon R Myers

School principals are celebrated for guiding students and staff academically, mentally, spiritually, and physically.

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On April 30, 2026, the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office arrested Daniel Stout, 33, of County Road 41
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Prentiss County man arrested in connection with 2025 burglary

May 1, 2026 Jon R Myers

Daniel Stout, 33, was taken into custody on April 30, 2026, after DNA evidence linked him to a 2025 burglary in Prentiss County.

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PRESS RELEASE
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Tupelo man sentenced to 60 years for 2021 shootings that killed three

May 1, 2026 Jon R Myers

Taquon Garth pleaded guilty to three counts of manslaughter related to a July 2021 shooting. He was sentenced to 60 years in prison in Mississippi.

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We can’t wrap up Bear Week without making sure you know the best practices when living alongside bla
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Tips for Living Safely Around Black Bears

May 1, 2026 Jon R Myers

Experts emphasize the importance of securing attractants to prevent bear conflicts. Following simple precautions can help keep both residents and bears safe.

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