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Panola County Jail Log
Compiled by Brad Greer This list was taken from the log at the Panola County Jail. A name listed does not indicate that a person is guilty of the crime with which they are charged, only that the person has been taken to, and processed at, the facility. April 29 Bonnie Lynn Winter, 650 Vance […] The post Panola County Jail Log appeared first on The Panolian.
Courtland man accused of credit card fraud
OXFORD – A Panola County man has been arrested in connection with the fraudulent use of a credit card at an Oxford business. Oxford police responded to a business in the 2200 block of Jackson Avenue May 3 to take a report on credit card fraud. An individual from out of state called the business regarding a charge on their card at that location. After a brief investigation, Ladarius Wren, 31, of Courtland, was arrested for credit card fraud.
Two former Memphis police officers indicted after deadly wreck during pursuit
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two former Memphis Police officers have been indicted, accused of causing a deadly wreck during an unauthorized pursuit last year, then leaving the scene of the accident without aiding the victims. Marquavius Williams and Ontarian Malone Jr. are charged in the indictment handed down Thursday with...
Clarksdale, MS road closure expected to last one year
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Friars Point Road in Clarksdale, Mississippi is set to close on Monday, and will not reopen for a year, according to the Clarksdale Police Department. Friars Point Road is the main road typically used to access Coahoma Community College, but an alternate route will be available. The CPD says that if you […]
Senatobia mother says two teen daughters wrongfully arrested by police
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Senatobia mother is demanding justice after she says her two daughters were wrongfully arrested and taken to juvenile lock-up. On Wednesday, Shanecia Miller was standing outside the Tate County Courthouse holding a purse and school backpack belonging to her daughters, 13-year-old A’laysha and 14-year-old Aniyah. Both girls were sent to a […]
R.L. Boyce film premieres this week
News Release The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) this week premiered a series of tribute films celebrating the life and work of Hill Country blues musician R.L. Boyce of Como and the eight other gifted individuals awarded the 2023 NEA National Heritage Fellowship, the nation’s highest honor in folk and traditional arts. Beautifully crafted […] The post R.L. Boyce film premieres this week appeared first on The Panolian.
Addison Lawrence to represent Panola County at Miss Hospitality contest in July
The Panola Partnership has presented the 2024 Miss Hospitality title to Addison Lawrence, 20, daughter of Mario and Natalie Lawrence, and will participate in this year’s 75th year of the Mississippi Miss Hospitality competition in Hattiesburg this July. The role of Miss Hospitality is to be the face of a county’s tourism and economic development, […] The post Addison Lawrence to represent Panola County at Miss Hospitality contest in July appeared first on The Panolian.
Clear Creek boat ramp reopens at Sardis Lake
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vicksburg District announced Thursday that the boat ramp at Clear Creek has been reopened for public boat launching. Clear Creek is a popular access point for fishermen on the south side of Sardis Lake. The ramp was closed in March 2023 when a portion of the concrete surface collapsed. […] The post Clear Creek boat ramp reopens at Sardis Lake appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
MS repeat offender sentenced to 15 years in prison for gun violation
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Sardis, Mississippi man was sentenced to more than 15 years in prison for illegal possession of a firearm, according to the U.S. District Attorney’s Office. In January of 2022, Jamaal Ellison, 40, was stopped by an Oxford Police officer for speeding, but fled the scene in his car. Reports say he […]
Oxford Falls to Hernando in the 7A North Half Championship
By Adam Brown Sports writer The Oxford Chargers fell to Hernando in a 10-inning game 1-0 on Saturday in the 7A North Half Championship series. Oxford (23-12) and Hernando were in a pitcher’s duel through the first three innings of the game. The Chargers starter Barrett Kamman worked 3.0 innings and allowed no runs on […] The post Oxford Falls to Hernando in the 7A North Half Championship appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Sunday night fray blamed on tequila
It was ocho on the cinco in Batesville Sunday night. Eight citizens were arrested following a melee outside El Mariachi Bar and Grill. Cell phone videos of the disturbance have been widely circulated in North Mississippi and beyond, drawing comments about the brazen contempt shown for local law enforcement. Of the hundred or more participants […] The post Sunday night fray blamed on tequila appeared first on The Panolian.
Attempt to remove Morrow from board fails – Anonymous letter accused alderman of violating residency rules
A special meeting called by Batesville Mayor Hal Ferrell last Tuesday failed to remove longtime Alderman Teddy Morrow from office when his fellow board members voted 4-0 to affirm his residency and qualifications to serve as an elected official, including the right to seek the office of Mayor in next year’s city elections. In the […] The post Attempt to remove Morrow from board fails – Anonymous letter accused alderman of violating residency rules appeared first on The Panolian.
Seafood Queen – Batesville native wins Mississippi Seafood Cookoff
Chef Erika Lipe, a native of Batesville and owner of Sola Oxford, was named the winner of the Mississippi Seafood Cookoff in Gulfport on Friday, becoming the first ever Queen of Mississippi Seafood. Lipe said becoming the first woman to win the state title was exactly what motivated her to join the competition. “When I […] The post Seafood Queen – Batesville native wins Mississippi Seafood Cookoff appeared first on The Panolian.
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