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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.

Photos from Baldwyn School District's post
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Baldwyn Lady Bearcat Softball Players Named to Regional Teams

May 2, 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

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
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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
We would like to congratulate BHS Lady Bearcats Basketball player Keniah Burt on being selected to t
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BHS Lady Bearcats’ Keniah Burt named to Mississippi Association of Coaches Junior All-Star Team

February 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

Keniah Burt, a player for the BHS Lady Bearcats, has been selected to the Mississippi Association of Coaches Junior All-Star Team for 2026.

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Baldwyn School District to host Black History and Lee-Prentiss School celebration

February 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

The Baldwyn School District will hold its annual Black History Community and Career Expo on Feb. 20, highlighting the history of Lee-Prentiss School.

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Welcome back, Bearcats!
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Bearcats Return to School for Regular Schedule

February 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

Students returned to classes today as schools resume normal operations. Tomorrow will follow a standard schedule, with transportation and start times unchanged.

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Power Restoration Update
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Power Restorations Continue as Ice Storm Outages Persist

February 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

As of 10 p.m., approximately 809 meters remain without power following an ice storm. Crews are working to restore service as quickly and safely as possible.

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North Mississippi Public Safety Commissioner Discusses Winter Storm Response

February 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

Commissioner Sean Tindell outlined efforts to manage the winter storm that caused widespread traffic delays and power outages in North Mississippi.

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Hey Phil… we just wanna talk about that shadow you saw this morning 😬❄️
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Mississippi law enforcement addresses shadow sighting reported by Phil

February 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

Authorities in Mississippi are investigating a shadow sighting reported by a resident named Phil this morning, emphasizing safety concerns.

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Congratulations to Megan!!
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Megan Earns Driver’s License, Starts Driving

February 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

Megan has obtained her driver’s license and is now on the road, prompting safety reminders.

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BKB | Northeast Mississippi Community College Basketball starts off a stretch of four straight Monda
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Northeast Mississippi Community College basketball opens four-week stretch with road games

February 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

The Northeast Mississippi Community College men’s basketball team kicks off a four-game series with road contests against South Division opponents, starting at Pearl River Community College.

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BSB | UPDATE: NEMCC Baseball’s doubleheader at Marion Military scheduled for tomorrow (February 3) i
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NEMCC Baseball’s Doubleheader at Marion Military Postponed Due to Weather

February 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

North East Mississippi Community College baseball’s doubleheader scheduled for Feb. 3 has been postponed because of expected inclement weather. The makeup game is set for Feb. 10.

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Due to classes being canceled, the Humanities Teacher of the Year presentation by Dr
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Humanities Teacher of the Year presentation rescheduled for Feb. 9

February 2, 2026 Jon R Myers

Dr. Jason Beghtol’s presentation, originally set for Feb. 3, has been moved to Feb. 9 due to canceled classes. The event will be held in Hines Auditorium.

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