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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...
Unwinding from stress
Last week was National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, check back each day as we highlight the work these dispatchers do. BROOKHAVEN — Emergency services and dispatch can exact a mental toll. Dispatcher Sara Beth Reeves said the advice she got from senior dispatchers was to not take it home with her. She has found it […] The post Unwinding from stress appeared first on Daily Leader.
Brookhaven students donate supplies to Children’s Village
The Brookhaven High School Student Council conducted a spring donation drive to benefit the Baptist Children’s Village. Students donated more than 350 cleaning supplies. The post Brookhaven students donate supplies to Children’s Village appeared first on Daily Leader.
Wilkinson named NISOD Excellence Award recipient
WESSON – Copiah-Lincoln Community College is proud to announce its recipient of the annual NISOD Excellence Award. The 2024 honoree is Co-Lin Science Instructor Angela Smith-Wilkinson. She has served as a faculty member at the college since 2005. NISOD’s Excellence Awards recognize men and women each year who have...
Suspect wanted for breaking into two Crystal Springs businesses
CRYSTAL SPRINGS, Miss. (WJTV) – Crystal Springs police are searching for a suspect who broke into two businesses. Police said the suspect in the surveillance picture broke into Arturo’s Mexican restaurant and Copiah Bank on Friday, April 26. Anyone with information about the suspect can contact the Crystal Springs Police Department at 601-892-2121.
2 SMCC students make All-MS academic teams
Two Southwest Mississippi Community College Phi Theta Kappa members have been named to the PTK All-Mississippi Community and Junior College Academic Team. Amy Rebekah Melissa Mabile, of Bogue Chitto, was named to First Team and Gavin Wicker, of Summit, was named to Second Team. The Academic Team recognizes high-achieving two-year college students who demonstrate academic […] The post 2 SMCC students make All-MS academic teams appeared first on Daily Leader.
A. L. Lott Sportsplex paving upgrade ‘exciting’
Curtis Oliver is excited. After years of behind-the-scenes work and planning, paving of the parking area at the Dr. A. L. Lott Sportsplex on South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive is near completion. Dickerson & Bowen in Brookhaven has performed the work. “I’m just so excited,” said Oliver, who has worked with the youth baseball […] The post A. L. Lott Sportsplex paving upgrade ‘exciting’ appeared first on Daily Leader.
Young lady from Copiah County sets milestone
SUMMIT — Jayla Harris, a Hazlehurst native, was the first female participant in the James Davis Battle of Mississippi-All Star game this year. She currently attends Hazlehurst Middle School. Jayla’s love and passion for football led to her wanting to play. She got the opportunity to play football when she joined the Southeastern Saints in […] The post Young lady from Copiah County sets milestone 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.
Slumber: Mattress store celebrates ribbon cutting
BROOKHAVEN — Friday was a special day for Brookhaven business owner Christopher Robinson. His sleep mattress store idea, which opened in November, celebrated a ribbon cutting with a large crowd gathered together outside of Slumber by J. Allan’s at 763 Brookway Boulevard in Brookhaven. What people may not know is the furniture store’s namesake was […] The post Slumber: Mattress store celebrates ribbon cutting appeared first on Daily Leader.
Weekend wind could get a little gusty according to forecast
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 and it has not changed as of Friday morning. Winds could reach sustained speeds of 20 mph and gusts of 30 to 40 mph. NWS Jackson forecasts […] The post Weekend wind could get a little gusty according to forecast appeared first on Daily Leader.
French filmmaker documenting the lives of African Americans improving their communities
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The lives of African Americans, who make a difference in their communities, are being noticed by a European filmmaker. A French documentarian visited the Capital City and beyond to capture the lives of a Georgetown woman and others giving of themselves. “I’m looking for people who...
Wesson Garden Club Butterbeans present Pollinator Program
The Wesson Garden Club’s April meeting had a wonderful presentation by the Wesson Garden Club Young Gardeners, the Butterbeans. The Butterbeans presented a Pollinator Program dressed as butterflies, ladybugs, dragonflies, hummingbirds and bees. Mother Nature (Brooke Coleman) was a charter member of the Butterbeans Young Gardeners. The Wesson Garden Club is a member of the […] The post Wesson Garden Club Butterbeans present Pollinator Program appeared first on Daily Leader.
Cathedral baseball playoff run, season ends in game three
NATCHEZ — Cathedral’s 2024 baseball season came to an end in a Game three 11-0 loss to Brookhaven Academy Friday night. The loss ended the Green Wave’s MAIS 5A playoff run in the first round. Cathedral won the second game 11-0 forcing the game three earlier Friday afternoon. Brookhaven Academy’s Avery Griffin had three hits […] The post Cathedral baseball playoff run, season ends in game three appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
The First first-responders
Last week was National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, check back each day as we highlight the work these dispatchers do. BROOKHAVEN — Before law enforcement, fire or emergency medical services are ever dispatched the first first-responder takes the call. In Lincoln County, it could be one of 15 employees at the Lincoln County E911 office. […] The post The First first-responders appeared first on Daily Leader.
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.
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.
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