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The 8 Mississippi Towns Where Famous Movies Were Filmed That You Can Still Visit

Pulling off the highway for a quick lunch in Mississippi, we noticed a courthouse that looked strangely familiar. It turned out we had seen it on a movie screen years before. Mississippi is full of small towns where Hollywood stars once walked the same sidewalks your family can stroll today. This guide shows you eight of them, with real places kids can see, touch, and remember long after the trip ends.

Mississippi · 10d
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Lauderdale County grand jury returns 117 indictments, issues jail and police recommendations

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The November 2026 Lauderdale County Grand Jury returned 117 true bills of indictment and eight no true bills during a three-day session, according to its final report. The grand jury examined 16 witnesses, the report said. The report is dated Nov. 4, 2026, and is signed...

Lauderdale County, MS · 2d
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Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District winner announced

PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - The results are in, and Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District election winner has been announced. Incumbent Republican Mike Ezell has been re-elected to represent Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District. Ezell defeated Democratic challenger Jeffrey Hulum III and Independent candidate Carl Boyanton to win a third...

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'Another upset might be brewing': Deep red Mississippi Senate race suddenly a toss-up

A political analyst spotted signs of another Democratic upset brewing in the 2026 midterm elections. Nate Cohn, the chief political analyst for The New York Times, said Democrats could flip Mississippi’s Senate seat, with Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith locked in a tight race against Democrat Scott Colom. Also Read: 'Could not be more of a nightmare': Expert warns poll mess has become conspiracists' dream “Another upset might be brewing in Mississippi, where Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, a Republican, holds only a narrow lead over Scott Colom, a Democrat, with about half of the vote counted,” Coh...

Mississippi · 3d

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Mississippi residents encouraged to prepare generators for winter safely

As colder temperatures approach, officials are reminding residents about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. With November recognized as Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month, experts are urging homeowners to prepare their generators and take precautions to stay safe this winter.

Mississippi · 3d

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Upcoming US 98 bridge maintenance in Lamar County

LAMAR COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – There will be a temporary bridge closure in Lamar County. According to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT), both directions of U.S. 98 (Hardy Street) over Interstate 59 will be closed from 7:00 p.m. on November 13, 2026, until 4:00 a.m. on November 16, 2026. MDOT officials said crews will […]

Lamar County, MS · 11h

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Scott Colom Flips Red Mississippi County Named After KKK’s First Grand Wizard

Democratic Senate candidate Scott Colom flipped Forrest County, Mississippi, a county named after the Ku Klux Klan's first grand wizard, in his closely contested race against Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith.

Forrest County, MS · 8h

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Billy Adam Calvert announces candidacy for Mississippi Senate District 33

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - State Rep. Billy Adam Calvert has announced his candidacy for the Mississippi Senate, District 33, representing Lauderdale and Clarke counties. “Serving the people of East Mississippi has been one of the greatest honors of my life,” Calvert said in a news release. “Over the past seven years, I have worked to lower taxes, strengthen our schools, support economic development, and secure investments in our communities. We’ve accomplished a lot, but there is more work to do.”

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Mississippi votes Democrat Bennie Thompson as 2nd District U.S. Representative

JACKSON, Miss. — Democrat Bennie G. Thompson won the 2nd District U.S. House seat in Mississippi. Thompson went against Republican Ron Eller and independent Bennie Foster for his 2nd District U.S. House seat. With 37% of the vote counted, the Associated Press declared Thompson the winner of that race with 63.3% of the vote.

Mississippi · 3d

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Rankin County Received 1,667 Affidavit Ballots, But No Totals Yet

With the outcome of Mississippi’s U.S. Senate election between Democrat Scott Colom and U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith hinging on the results of affidavit ballots, the Mississippi Free Press is working to find out how many affidavit ballots each county has uncounted. Rankin County received 1,667 affidavit ballots, but county...

Rankin County, MS · 1d

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Jones County D.A. Brad Thompson elected to new 18th District Circuit Court bench

JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - With nearly three decades of experience in law enforcement and the courtroom, Brad Thompson is ready to take on a new title: circuit court judge. The current Jones County district attorney won Tuesday’s race to serve a new four-county district. “I’m extremely excited. I’m...

Jones County, MS · 2d

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Winner of Lamar Co. School Board Dist. D announced

LAMAR COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - A winner has been decided in Lamar County School Board District D. Ben Smith will now take the District D seat. Smith is a product of Laurel High School and has decades of teaching experience. He has a master’s degree in education and has teaching...

Lamar County, MS · 3d

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See candidates in runoff for MS House District 70, District 77 races

Neither of the state legislative special elections resulted in an Election Day winner . Instead, residents of Hinds County and Rankin and Simpson counties will hit the polls again on Dec. 1 for runoff elections. Both special elections were called in June after the deaths of Rep. Bo Brown, D-Jackson, and Rep. Price Wallace, R-Mendenhall. Gov. Tate Reeves aimed to fill the vacancies before the start of the 2027 legislative session in January. Seven candidates entered the two races, and the top two of each contest will advance to the runoff next month. Here are the names voters will see on their ballots. Who advanced to the runoff in District 70 in Hinds County? Marcus A. Cheatham and James Lott III will advance to a Dec. 1 runoff for Mississippi House District 70 after no candidate received a majority in the special election, according to unofficial results. Cheatham is a businessman from Jackson, and Lott is an alderman for the city of Clinton. District 70 covers northeastern Hinds County bordering Madison County, including the eastern part of Clinton. Cheatham led the field but fell short of the majority needed to win outright, with results showing: Marcus A. Cheatham: 3,345 votes

Hinds County, MS · 2d

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Hattiesburg names Harold Robert Hall 2026 Veteran of the Year

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - The city of Hattiesburg has named Chief Warrant Officer 4 Harold Robert Hall, a retired Mississippi Army National Guard member, its 2026 Veteran of the Year. The city is recognizing Hall for decades of military service and his continued commitment to the community. Hall served in...

Hattiesburg, MS · 23h

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Free smoke alarms headed to fire departments across Mississippi

Mississippi fire departments will soon distribute free smoke alarms as the State Fire Marshal's Office works to reduce fire-related deaths. Meridian Fire Chief Michael Evans shares safety tips, including testing alarms monthly and ensuring proper ventilation for gas appliances.

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City of Hattiesburg, Edwards Street preparing for community food drive

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - On Saturday, the City of Hattiesburg is teaming up with the Edwards Street Fellowship Center for a community food drive for its Make a Difference Day. There will be stations at both Walmarts in Hattiesburg, and before you go into the store, volunteers can provide you...

Hattiesburg, MS · 1d

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Hattiesburg City Council Approves Water and Sewer Rate Adjustments to Support Infrastructure Improvements

— The Hattiesburg City Council voted unanimously November 3 to adopt water and sewer rate adjustments that will support continued replacement and rehabilitation of aging infrastructure throughout the city. The adopted plan calls for a 4% increase beginning January 1, 2027, followed by an additional 3% increase in 2028. No...

Hattiesburg, MS · 1d

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Sumrall students build tables, fish huts for town’s new Outdoor Learning Center

SUMRALL, Miss. (WDAM) - As the town of Sumrall continues to work on its Outdoor Learning Center, every citizen is finding a way to pitch in. “It feels good to me that we get to be a part of something that’s going on,” said Landen Pickett, a senior at Sumrall High School.

Sumrall, MS · 1d

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Pearl River County alcohol referendums pass, expanding sales in county

PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) — Voters in Pearl River County decided Tuesday to pass two referendums that will expand alcohol sales in the county. The first referendum was the Alcoholic Liquors Referendum: “Whether or not the sale, distribution, and possession of alcoholic liquors shall be permitted in Pearl River County.” As of 10:40 p.m., 10,464 votes (64.5%) were for the referendum, and 5,754 votes (35.5%) were against.

Pearl River County, MS · 2d