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Mom says 8-year-old trampled at Southaven Springfest brawl
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. — A child is in the hospital after his mother says he was trampled following a brawl Saturday night at Southaven Springfest. Tyneshia West told WREG that she allowed her 8-year-old son, Tylen Shaw, to go with his family to the 44th Annual Springfest. However, it wasn’t long until she received an unwanted […]
Parents share concerns after Spring Fest brawl
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. (WMC) - The annual Spring Fest in Southaven was shut down Saturday after a large fight involving teens and young adults, according to Southaven police. The Spring Fest is an annual event that brings in hundreds for food, rides, and fun. That all came to an abrupt end on Saturday when police say a large fight broke out. Two people were arrested for disorderly conduct.
“Discarded like trash”: Puppies found in MS rest stop dumpster
MEMPHIS, Tenn.– The Tunica Humane Society says three puppies discarded like trash in a dumpster at an I-55 rest stop were rescued in the nick of time Friday afternoon. The Humane Society said it was hot outside when a security guard at the Desoto County Welcome Center in Hernando discovered the three young dogs inside […]
Southaven fair cut short after a dangerous situation
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. (WMC) - What was supposed to be a family environment at the Southaven Springfest quickly turned into a dangerous situation Saturday night, leading people to run for their lives. Dallas Hunsutker was BBQ Competition Contestant and said it was a little after eight o’clock when a large crowd...
Family of AR woman found in plastic tote offers reward for clues
ST. FRANCIS COUNTY, Ark. — The body of Troy Strope was found stuffed into a plastic storage tote on Feb. 20, but so far, no arrests have been made. The family of the 42-year-old mother of three is now offering a $1,000 reward, hoping to entice someone to come forward with information. Thoughts of how […]
Southaven PD says online chatter about gunfire at Springfest not true
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. - In a Facebook post, Southaven Police addressed online chatter about possible gunshots at the annual Springfest carnival on Saturday night and said they did not find that rumor to be true. The annual carnival ended Saturday night with a large police presence near Getwell Road and May...
2 women killed in ATV crash
MONROE COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) – Two women, including one from Wynne, died when their ATV crashed into a tree. Arkansas State Police said the crash happened at 4:34 a.m. Wednesday, April 24, on North Grand Avenue in Brinkley. According to the fatal crash report, 42-year-old Alexis Laine Wallin of...
Southaven Residents to Face Higher Trash Fees with New WastePro Management Starting May
Southaven residents are bracing for a shake-up in the way they dispose of trash and recycling, alongside a spike in their monthly bills. Starting May 1, WastePro will step in to take over the city's waste management from Waste Connections. According to The Commercial Appeal, while the regular waste carts will remain, WastePro will be providing new recycling carts to those residents choosing to opt-in for the service at an additional charge.
Marion High student going to Harvard
MARION, Ark. (WMC) - A senior at Marion High School is headed to Harvard after being awarded a prestigious scholarship. Coby Hayes was selected as a Gates Scholar for 2024. He was selected from a pool of over 53,000 students who applied. “It’s truly an amazing honor,” Hayes said, noting...
Southaven residents raise concerns after Springfest concert
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. — Loud music blasting across Southaven last night had some people concerned during a concert that was part of the city’s Springfest celebration. The sold-out concert by artist Hozier led to noise complaints as thousands of seats were filled at the BankPlus Amphitheater on Thursday night. Darryl Jeans says though he didn’t make […]
What you can do about lengthy train blockages as a driver in West Memphis
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — Have you constantly faced long waits at railroad crossings in West Memphis due to a train? If so, you are not alone. The City of West Memphis said it has received numerous reports about frequent and lengthy train blockages that are disrupting daily commutes and impacting emergency services.
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