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Human remains found in Lincoln County identified
LINCOLN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The human remains found in Lincoln County in November 2023 have been identified. The Daily Leader reported the Mississippi State Crime Lab determined the remains were of 30-year-old Tyler Advani, a missing Harrison County man. Authorities said Advani was last reported to be in Brookhaven in August 2023. Lincoln County […]
Mississippi detainee found dead in county jail holding cell
A Mississippi man has died after being found unresponsive in a holding cell in the Lincoln County Jail. Sheriff Steve Rushing said that at approximately 6:28 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, jailers noticed a man in a holding cell who appeared to be unconscious. They entered the cell and found Johnathon...
It takes a special person
Last week was National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, check back each day as we highlight the work these dispatchers do. BROOKHAVEN — One phrase expressed countless times by dispatchers was it requires a special person to work the job. At each desk there are six monitors, it can be a little overwhelming at first glance. […] The post It takes a special person appeared first on Daily Leader.
State will observe Confederate Memorial Day next week
BROOKHAVEN — Mississippi designates the last Monday of April as a state holiday for Confederate Memorial Day. The last Monday happens to be April 29 and a Lincoln County Board of Supervisors meeting is scheduled for the day. The state holiday designation means state employees are entitled to a paid day off. Most state offices […] The post State will observe Confederate Memorial Day next week appeared first on Daily Leader.
National Weather Service warns of strong wind this weekend
BROOKHAVEN — National Weather Service in Jackson warns strong wind could threaten Lincoln County and Southwest Mississippi this weekend. The weather forecast warns it is a limited threat. Winds could reach sustained speeds of 20 mph and gusts of 30 to 40 mph. NWS Jackson forecasts these winds to be southerly and occur Saturday and […] The post National Weather Service warns of strong wind this weekend appeared first on Daily Leader.
More than a call
Last week was National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, check back each day as we highlight the work dispatch does. BROOKHAVEN — Lincoln County E911 Dispatch handles more than answering phones and coordinating emergency services. They run tags and drivers license information during traffic stops, help officers who are serving warrants by making sure the warrants […] The post More than a call appeared first on Daily Leader.
Record catfish caught at Lake Mary Crawford
MONTICELLO — A record breaking catch was reeled in this April on Lake Mary Crawford. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks confirmed the official record breaking catfish was caught by Thomas McKnight earlier this month. Jerry Brown, MDWFP Fisheries Chief of Staff, said the catfish weighed 15.97 pounds and set a record for Lake […] The post Record catfish caught at Lake Mary Crawford appeared first on Daily Leader.
Update: Wreck cleared in Brookhaven
BROOKHAVEN — Police Officers are on scene at a wreck in Brookhaven Tuesday afternoon. A motorcycle and vehicle were involved at the intersection of South First Street and Minnesota is blocked with vehicles. The motorcycle has been moved out of the intersection. No one appears to be hurt in the wreck. Police officers have now […] The post Update: Wreck cleared in Brookhaven appeared first on Daily Leader.
State gives update on Stahl-Urban fire investigation
BROOKHAVEN — Mississippi State FIre Marshal’s Office gave an update on its nearly two month investigation into the Stahl-Urban Fire Tuesday. The historic building in Brookhaven was destroyed by a fire on February 26. According to the Mississippi State Fire Marshall’s Office, the Stahl-Urban fire is ruled to be “undetermined,” meaning the exact cause was […] The post State gives update on Stahl-Urban fire investigation appeared first on Daily Leader.
Lincoln County E911 announces new way to take emergency calls
BROOKHAVEN — People in need of emergency services in Lincoln County can do so without making a phone call. Lincoln County E911 Dispatch Supervisor Vicki Magee said they are now able to take emergency calls via text. She said they have finished up the training for the new service and tested the system with cellular […] The post Lincoln County E911 announces new way to take emergency calls appeared first on Daily Leader.
Police recover stolen vehicle, caution public
A vehicle stolen in the early morning Monday was recovered a few hours later, said Brookhaven Police Chief Kenneth Collins. The vehicle was taken around 2 a.m., Collins said, and recovered at a trailer park on Crooked Lane. “This is a group of juveniles stealing cars and going into cars,” the chief said. “Again, I’m […] The post Police recover stolen vehicle, caution public appeared first on Daily Leader.
Binge on barbecue and provide life-saving services for area children
Barbecue lovers may equate well-prepared meats with therapy, but a yearly Brookhaven event actually converts barbecue enjoyment into providing therapy, as well as other services. The seventh annual Smokin’ Out Child Abuse event is Tuesday, April 30, at Magnolia Blues BBQ Company. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. The annual event raises funds for the […] The post Binge on barbecue and provide life-saving services for area children appeared first on Daily Leader.
Check it out: 601 Sports opens new space
BROOKHAVEN — Local sporting goods store 601 Sports completed a move down the sidewalk over the weekend. The store opened in a new location at 820 Brookway Boulevard Tuesday morning. The space is considerably bigger than the former 601 Sports location. More inventory can be seen on the floor. The 601’s gun counter remains tucked […] The post Check it out: 601 Sports opens new space appeared first on Daily Leader.
Leave a lasting legacy at the Brookhaven Little Theatre
BROOKHAVEN — A renovation project is set to start this summer for the Brookhaven Little Theatre. Even better, Brookhavenites can leave a lasting legacy at the theater. BLT reports the new project will include new theater seating, new flooring, new pain and upgrades to the sound and lighting system. Once completed, the new renovations will mark […] The post Leave a lasting legacy at the Brookhaven Little Theatre appeared first on Daily Leader.
Police chief: There has been no park shooting
Reports of a recent shooting at the City Park on Lipsey Street are inaccurate, according to Brookhaven’s top police officer. “There has been no shooting at Lipsey Park,” Chief Kenneth Collins said Monday. “There were shots fired over on North Jackson Street.” The close proximity of the shots was likely heard by individuals at the […] The post Police chief: There has been no park shooting appeared first on Daily Leader.
Ole Miss honors 2 area Who’s Who students
Two local individuals were among the 201 students honored as the 2023-2024 class of Who’s Who Among Students at The University of Mississippi. Local honorees are Carley Craig of Brookhaven and Baleigh Brumfield of Summit. Craig is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biochemistry. Brumfield is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics […] The post Ole Miss honors 2 area Who’s Who students appeared first on Daily Leader.
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