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A new episode of Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE!
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Mississippi Outdoors Podcast highlights new CWD detection method

January 28, 2026 Jon R Myers
The Cultural Arts Committee has voted Dr
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Dr. Jason Beghtol named Humanities Teacher of the Year, to present music lecture

January 28, 2026 Jon R Myers

NEWS

A new episode of Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE!
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Mississippi Outdoors Podcast highlights new CWD detection method

January 28, 2026 Jon R Myers

A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast features MDWFP deer biologist Kamen Campbell discussing innovative ways to detect Chronic Wasting Disease in deer populations.

The Cultural Arts Committee has voted Dr
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Dr. Jason Beghtol named Humanities Teacher of the Year, to present music lecture

January 28, 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
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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
Mississippi can compete with anybody, anywhere in the world…
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Mississippi Can Compete Globally, Official Says

January 18, 2026 Jon R Myers

A state official asserts that Mississippi has the capability to compete with any region worldwide and emerge victorious.

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As deer season winds down, take these last days to do more than just hunt-make memories, pass on tra
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As deer season ends, hunters encouraged to cherish traditions and wildlife stewardship

January 17, 2026 Jon R Myers

As deer season wraps up, hunters are urged to make lasting memories, pass on traditions, and support wildlife conservation efforts.

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This is a big reason why — as Elon Musk said — Mississippi has insane execution speed!
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Mississippi’s Execution Speed Cited as Among the Fastest in the U.S.

January 17, 2026 Jon R Myers

Elon Musk highlighted Mississippi’s rapid execution process, attributing it to specific procedural factors.

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On January 13, 2026, Deputy Ethan Hester made a traffic stop on a vehicle on County Road 4140
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Deputy stops vehicle on County Road 4140, finds firearm in possession of convicted felon

January 17, 2026 Jon R Myers

A traffic stop led to the arrest of a convicted felon after a firearm was found in his vehicle, authorities said.

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Are you interested in working for MDWFP?⁠
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Mississippi Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Hiring for Multiple Positions

January 16, 2026 Jon R Myers

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is hiring for several roles, including park managers and wildlife biologists. Interested applicants can find more details online.

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This week’s Weekly Wingbeat waterfowl report is out
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Waterfowl Report Highlights Habitat Conditions and Bird Movements

January 16, 2026 Jon R Myers

The weekly waterfowl report provides updates on habitat conditions and bird movements across the state, covering public and private lands.

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The Mississippi Department of Public Safety offices will be closed on Monday, January 19th, in obse
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Mississippi DPS offices closed Jan. 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 16, 2026 Jon R Myers

Mississippi Department of Public Safety offices will be closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, including all Driver Service Bureaus across the state.

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🚨WATCH🚨 Fast Question Friday with Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop C Captain Demetrius Hawthorne!
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Mississippi Highway Patrol’s Troop C Captain Hosts ‘Fast Question Friday’

January 16, 2026 Jon R Myers

Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop C Captain Demetrius Hawthorne participated in ‘Fast Question Friday’ to discuss law enforcement issues.

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🎓 Ready to go beyond FAFSA basics?
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Upcoming Virtual FAFSA 201 Training Aims to Deepen Educator Knowledge

January 16, 2026 Jon R Myers

A virtual session scheduled for Jan. 28 will cover advanced FAFSA topics for educators seeking a more comprehensive understanding of the financial aid application process.

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Photos from Baldwyn School District's post
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Baldwyn School District Seeks Support for Baseball Team with Shirt Orders

January 16, 2026 Jon R Myers

The Baldwyn High School baseball team is accepting shirt orders until January 30 to raise funds for the team.

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