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Columbia police starting school supplies drive on May 1
COLUMBIA, Miss. (WDAM) - This school year is still in session, but the Columbia Police Department is getting a head start on helping school children for next year. Columbia police are conducting a school supply drive. Officers are hoping to collect backpacks, notebooks, pencils, markers and other supplies. The drive...
Mississippi students exhibit overdose symptoms after vaping, authorities say
LAMAR COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – Lamar County deputies said middle and high school students have exhibiting overdose symptoms after using certain types of vape cartridges. Investigators said in the last two weeks, they have seen the following types of vape cartridges in Lamar County and surrounding counties. “We have not found any of them with […]
Silver Alert issued for 64-year-old Tylertown man
WALTHALL COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – A Silver Alert has been issued for a 64-year-old Tylertown man. Agents with the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) said Michael Ray Holmes was last seen on Sunday, April 21 around 9:10 p.m. in the 100 block of Rushing Road in Walthall County. Holmes is believed to be in a […]
Mississippi man dies after being found unresponsive in cell
LINCOLN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A Monticello man died after being found unresponsive in a Lincoln County Jail holding cell. The Daily Leader reported the incident happened just before 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24. The man was identified as Johnathon Neal, 46. Authorities said Neal was pronounced deceased at the scene after he did […]
Purvis group locates burial site for 1908 tornado victims
PURVIS, Miss. (WHLT) – This week marks 116 years since an EF-4 tornado devastated the Town of Purvis on April 24, 1908. Many of those killed in the storm were buried in an unmarked grave that wasn’t located until recently. It’s believed that at least 75 people in Purvis were killed by the tornado. Many […]
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.
Shots fired in Prentiss Friday afternoon
Multiple gunshots were fired Friday afternoon in Prentiss. The incident took place at Mt. Carmel Avenue and Front Street near the Prentiss Post Office. Prentiss Police officers responded to the scene at approximately 6 p.m. and say three or more shooters were involved. According to the officers, gunfire struck an innocent vehicle with occupants inside. […] The post Shots fired in Prentiss Friday afternoon appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Despite medical marijuana card, Mississippi man arrested on possession with intent to distribute charges. Passenger in car arrested, as well.
Despite having a medical marijuana card, a Mississippi man was arrested on charges of being in possession of drugs with the intent to distribute. Seth Ladner, 39, of Lumberton, was arrested by Pearl River County deputies, who also took into custody Misty Crowley, 36, of Hattiesburg, during a traffic stop on April 14.
Prentiss woman named ESS Employee of the Month
Ellisville State School hosted its Direct Support Employee of the Month for February 2024 on March 26. The winners of February’s Employee of the Month are Shannon Morgan of Laurel; Jamiah Gammage of Prentiss; Stephanie Allen of Heidelberg and Christy Smith of Laurel. Dr.Rinsey McSwain, Agency Director of Ellisville State School, presented a gift to […] The post Prentiss woman named ESS Employee of the Month appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Local military brats honored during Month of the Military Child
The month of April is known as the Month of the Military Child, with April 30 being National Military Brats Day. Both events emphasizing the important role military children play in the armed forces community The JDC MSU Extension Service, JDC Veterans Service Office and NAACP Veterans Committee 5326 recognized the students in all schools […] The post Local military brats honored during Month of the Military Child appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Traffic diverted due to hanging cable across MS 589 near I-59 Purvis exit
PURVIS, Miss. (WDAM) — A downed cable line in Purvis caused traffic to be diverted through a nearby parking lot on Wednesday. The Mississippi Department of Transportation’s website said the traffic alert has since expired. According to emergency dispatch, calls about a downed cable line at the intersection...
Dau Mabil’s wife responds to restraining order
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The widow of the Belhaven man, whose body was found in the Pearl River in Lawrence County, responded to her brother-in-law’s temporary restraining order against her. Karissa Bowley is the wife of Dau Mabil, who went missing on March 25 while he was walking in the Belhaven Heights area. His remains […]
Playoff Cuts Buzzing In Sumrall
SUMRALL, Miss. (WDAM) - As the postseason heats up, teams are doing all sorts of crazy quirks to get an edge. From rally caps to goatees, and even blonde hair, anything goes. At Sumrall High School, the team has opted for playoff buzz cuts. The Bobcats are in no rush for their luscious locks to grow back, as they prepare to face off against Greene County in round 2 of the playoffs.
Lawrence County sheriff on Dau Mabil investigation
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – There are still questions after a Belhaven man’s body was found in the Pearl River in Lawrence County on Saturday, April 13. Lawrence County Sheriff Ryan Everett said when Dau Mabil’s body was found in the river, they could tell his body had been in the water for a while. […]
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