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Authorities coordinate to clear stranded vehicles on I-55 in North Mississippi

January 28, 2026 Jon R Myers
If you are on Interstate-55 north of Batesville or on Interstate-22 north of Lake Center, please tur
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Travel advisory issued for parts of North Mississippi interstates

January 28, 2026 Jon R Myers

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Authorities coordinate to clear stranded vehicles on I-55 in North Mississippi

January 28, 2026 Jon R Myers

Law enforcement, MDOT, MEMA, and National Guard leaders are working together to manage stalled vehicles amid dangerous conditions on I-55.

If you are on Interstate-55 north of Batesville or on Interstate-22 north of Lake Center, please tur
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Travel advisory issued for parts of North Mississippi interstates

January 28, 2026 Jon R Myers

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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

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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

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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

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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

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
📅 OFFICIAL SCHOOL CALENDAR RELEASED 📅
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Booneville School District Releases 2026-2027 Academic Calendar

January 21, 2026 Jon R Myers

The Booneville School District has published its official calendar for the 2026-2027 school year, outlining start dates, holidays, and breaks.

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📅 OFFICIAL SCHOOL CALENDAR RELEASED 📅
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Booneville School District Releases 2026-2027 Calendar

January 21, 2026 Jon R Myers

The Booneville School District has published its official calendar for the 2026-2027 school year, outlining key dates for students, families, and staff.

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BSD Schools Monitor Weather, Prepare for Possible Cancellations

January 21, 2026 Jon R Myers

The BSD administration is watching local weather reports and plans to prioritize safety. Updates will be shared via social media and phone alerts.

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BHS Seniors Urged to Submit Senior Portrait Orders by Feb. 3

January 21, 2026 Jon R Myers

BHS seniors and parents are advised to submit senior portrait orders by the Feb. 3 deadline to avoid delays due to weather or mail issues.

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WBK | The season of 𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓼𝓽𝓼 continues for Brian Middleton!
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First conference win for North East Mississippi College coach

January 21, 2026 Jon R Myers

First-year head coach Brian Middleton earned his first conference victory at North East Mississippi College, defeating Coahoma State University.

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Northeast Mississippi Community College Announces Fine Arts Tryouts

January 21, 2026 Jon R Myers

Students interested in participating in NECC’s award-winning Fine Arts programs can audition for various roles in April and March. Tryouts include band, dance, and chorus positions.

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NEMCC Student Ella Mills Represents Mississippi at International Leadership Seminar in Spain

January 21, 2026 Jon R Myers

Ella Mills, a student at Northeast Mississippi Community College, participated in the International Leadership Seminar for State Officers in Spain after serving as a Mississippi FFA State Officer.

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NEMCC is closely monitoring the weather forecast and will keep students up to date if a decision to
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NEMCC Monitors Weather, Will Announce Closures if Needed

January 21, 2026 Jon R Myers

North East Mississippi Community College is watching the weather forecast and will inform students of any closures.

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House Bill 2 has passed the final House hurdle and now heads to the Senate
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Mississippi House approves Education Freedom Act, heads to Senate

January 21, 2026 Jon R Myers

The Mississippi House has passed the Education Freedom Act, prompting hopes it will gain support in the Senate to benefit students and families.

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A new episode of Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE!
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Mississippi Outdoors Podcast features father-son bowhunting episode

January 21, 2026 Jon R Myers

Joey Buchanan and his son Joe discuss traditional bowhunting, crafting equipment, and their experiences in Mississippi’s woods on the latest episode.

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