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North Mississippi Medical Center expanding unit

TUPELO, Miss (WTVA) – The North Mississippi Medical Center (NMMC) in Tupelo is expanding. “When we opened our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in 2018, we made room for it within the adult Intensive Care Unit. Today it remains the only PICU in our region.”. Ellen Friloux, vice president of...

Tupelo, MS · 9d
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U.S. Capitol Flag Presented to Attala County Veterans Home

An American flag that flew over the U.S. Capitol was recently presented to the MS State Veterans Home. Terry Culpepper, owner of Culpepper Funeral Home; Jackson Gilmore, general manager; and retired Lt. Col. James Culpepper, chaplain at Culpepper Funeral Home, presented the flag to Tadé Ward, administrator of the Mississippi State Veterans Home.

Attala County, MS · 8d
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Plans progress regarding dangerous dam

OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WTVA) – A plan to repair a dangerous dam is moving forward. The Oktibbeha County Lake Dam – built in the 1970s – has been labeled a high-hazard priority, has faced major failure risks over the years, and has been called one of the most dangerous dams in the state.

Oktibbeha County, MS · 9d
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Starkville’s district consolidation is called the state’s most successful. County residents feel differently

The 2015 consolidation of Starkville and Oktibbeha County school districts is considered a success, but it was costly for Black communities.

Starkville, MS · 10d

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Bill Clinton campaigns Friday in Tupelo for Democrats

TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — Former President Bill Clinton attended a Democratic rally on Friday evening in Tupelo. The event happened at the Link Centre. His 40-minute speech mainly focused on U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom, who’s trying to defeat incumbent Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith and Independent Ty Pinkins. The...

Tupelo, MS · 9d

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This Free Starkville, Mississippi Museum Turns A Quick Detour Into An Afternoon Of Old Farm Tools And Dairy History

Tucked on a quiet street in Mississippi, a small brick museum turned our quick detour into a full afternoon of pointing, counting, and asking questions. My kids walked in expecting a dusty room and walked out talking about dairy farms, old tools, and what town life looked like long before phones.

Starkville, MS · 9d

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OPINION: The Horror in Mississippi Burning

I’ve been watching this movie since I was a teenager, usually in the same living room where my granddaddy would grunt, shake his head, and refuse to say what he thought of it. Now that I’m grown, and a bit more conscious, I think I understand the silence. It’s a hard movie to love and a harder one to dismiss.

Mississippi · 10d

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City considers ban on kratom, hemp & THC sales

The city is considering a ban on the sale of kratom, hemp, and THC products. Last Tuesday, the Mayor and Board of Aldermen discussed the issue before directing City Attorney Robert Lee Thomas to prepare an ordinance and a resolution asking state lawmakers to address the sale of the products statewide.

Philadelphia, MS · 10d

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The Trotter Convention Center has a few proposals for improvement

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- The Columbus City Council is still trying to work out a use policy for the Trotter Convention Center. At the center of the issue is who has to pay to use the city-run facility. To some extent city-sponsored events have been exempt from the rental fee. But,...

Columbus, MS · 9d

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The latest selection in a city wide reading initiative for Tupelo is unveiled

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- The latest selection in a city wide reading initiative for Tupelo is unveiled. “The Calamity Club’ by Kathryn Stockett is the selection for this year’s “Tupelo Reads.” Stockett is author of the bestseller, “The Help.”. The annual initiative focuses on one novel,...

Tupelo, MS · 8d

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City takes over airport operations

The city has officially taken over operations of the municipal airport, ending its operating agreement with Express Aviation. According to Mayor Jim Fulton, the city is working to make the airport financially self-sufficient and an asset to economic development. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved ending the city’s operating...

Philadelphia, MS · 10d

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The Corps bids farewell to hopper dredge McFarland

The Army Corps of Engineers’ Philadelphia District held a farewell ceremony Oct. 23 at Fort Mifflin in Philadelphia for the hopper dredge McFarland, marking the end of the vessel’s final operational mission after nearly six decades in service. Current and former crew members, relatives of the vessel’s namesake,...

Philadelphia, MS · 9d

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Burn bans enacted in Kemper, other Mississippi counties as fire danger persists

Outdoor burning is currently prohibited in more than 59 of Mississippi's 82 counties as dry conditions persist across the region. The restrictions ban campfires, fire pits, debris burning, and field burning, though gas and charcoal grills remain permitted if used safely, the Mississippi Forestry Commission SAID. Burn ban expiration dates...

Kemper County, MS · 11d

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New fire station opens in Tupelo

TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – A new fire station has opened in Tupelo. The station is on South Green Street, replacing the older Fire Station Five that was built more than 55 years ago. The City of Tupelo previously built a new Fire Station Two, which was one of the...

Tupelo, MS · 9d

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Interview: Horror at the Fairgrounds

Horror at the Fairgrounds is combining thrills, chills, and more with Halloween excitement, with a mission close to home.

Tupelo, MS · 10d

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The City of Columbus is searching for a new accountant

COLUMBUS, Miss (WCBI)- The City of Columbus is renewing its search for an accountant. The city had advertised for a Senior Accontant to assist Chief Financial Officer Jim Brigham. The initial search had turned up a candidate for the job, and reportedly had Brigham’s recommendation. During an executive session...

Columbus, MS · 11d

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Lainey Wilson and Marty Stuart unveil “Wildflowers and Wild Horses” mural in Philadelphia, Mississippi

Country music star Lainey Wilson joined GRAMMY Award-winning artist Marty Stuart and community leaders to unveil “Wildflowers and Wild Horses,” a new mural honoring Wilson […] The post Lainey Wilson and Marty Stuart unveil “Wildflowers and Wild Horses” mural in Philadelphia, Mississippi first appeared on This is JELD ⚡️ .

Philadelphia, MS · 11d

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Bill Clinton campaigns Friday in Tupelo for Democrats

TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — Former President Bill Clinton attended a Democratic rally on Friday evening in Tupelo. The event happened at the Link Centre. His 40-minute speech mainly focused on U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom, who’s trying to defeat incumbent Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith and Independent Ty Pinkins. Watch...

Tupelo, MS · 9d

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Students explore construction and skilled trades

TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – Hundreds of eighth-grade students got a hands-on look at their future careers in northeast Mississippi. The NEMS FORGE Your Path Career Expo brought students together for a day of exploring construction and skilled trades, giving them a chance to see what these industries have to offer.

Tupelo, MS · 10d

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Autumn Events and Festivals Across the South this November

Featured image: Explore Ridgeland It’s never too soon to get into the spirit when you’re in the South. Whether you’re getting a head start on Christmas shopping, soaking up small-town holiday traditions, or planning a weekend around live entertainment and local flavors, here’s our comprehensive list of the best things to do in November around […] The post Autumn Events and Festivals Across the South this November appeared first on Modern South .

Starkville, MS · 11d