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Remains found by dogs in Simpson County identified as 44-year-old woman

SIMPSON COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - The Simpson County Sheriff’s Department said skeletal remains found by dogs three months ago were those of Stephanie Suzan Sellers, 44. The State Medical Examiner’s Office ruled the death undetermined. Where the remains were found. Simpson County investigator Chris Wallace said Sellers was...

Simpson County, MS · 1d
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Judge hints at potential sentence for former mayor tied to bribery scheme

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The former mayor convicted for his role in the Jackson bribery scheme could face up to 46 months in prison. Chokwe Antar Lumumba appeared in U.S. District Court on Thursday, where he made objections to his pre-sentencing report. The reports are drawn up by the U.S....

Jackson, MS · 8d
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Jackson City Council considers changes to meeting rules after Stokes outburst

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Changes could be in the works for people wishing to speak before the Jackson City Council, as leaders continue to grapple with recent outbursts. On Tuesday, a special meeting was called to go over council rules for public speaking and decorum, a week after Ward 3 Councilman Kenneth Stokes made derogatory and threatening comments to a group protesting data centers in Jackson.

Jackson, MS · 3d
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SSC Rocks Fall 42-15 in Class 3A First Round

MAGEE (GG) — The Saint Stanislaus Rock-A-Chaws made the long road trip to Magee to tangle with the Trojans on Friday evening. Only the tangle didn’t last long as the Trojans surged for a 42-15 victory to advance to the second round of the Class 3A state playoffs.

Magee, MS · 2d
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WJTV Game of the Week Preview: Copiah vs. Parklane

It’s a District matchup with a ticket to the State Championship on the line. Parklane and Copiah played to a 49-0 Pioneers win in September. Now in playoffs, both teams say anything can happen. Parklane looks to continue toward its 3rd-straight state title. Sports Reporter David Gibson previews the game.

Copiah County, MS · 19h

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Brandon Strummers bring dulcimer concerts to region

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Brandon Strummers play the dulcimer and bring the mountain music to Central Mississippi. The group is visiting the Ag Museum, local festivals, churches, nursing homes and more this holiday season. Two of the members, Joanne Ashley and Melora Lee joined Studio 3 to share some...

Brandon, MS · 1d

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DEFENDING MAIS OVERALL CHAMPION MRA GIRLS, USING ITS UNUSUAL SPEED AND QUICKNESS, DEFEAT SIMPSON ACADEMY 57-41

MADISON – Speed. Madison-Ridgeland Academy girls basketball coach Stephen Force said he has more of it on this year’s team than any team he has coached in his 31-year head coaching career. Defending MAIS Overall Tournament champion MRA created 16 turnovers, which turned into numerous fast break layups,...

Madison, MS · 1d

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Rankin County Animal Shelter down to a few days of dog food, seeks donations

BRANDON – The Rankin County Animal Shelter is asking for donations after its dog food supply dropped to just a few days’ worth. The shelter said in a Facebook post that it is caring for more than 121 dogs and uses at least 150 pounds of food a day. Many of the dogs are large or are still growing, and some arrive underweight, the shelter said.

Brandon, MS · 1d

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Vicksburg Junior High boys defeat Warren Central on Thursday night

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Vicksburg Junior High School’s boys’ basketball team earned its second consecutive victory with a 35-31 win over crosstown rival Warren Central Junior High School. The Gators entered the matchup coming off a victory over Byram on Monday night and continued their winning momentum...

Vicksburg, MS · 21h

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Brandon city crews and Magic of Lights workers build a 2-million-light show

BRANDON, Miss. (WLBT) - Crews from the city of Brandon and Magic of Lights are in the third week of setting up more than 2 million lights at Brandon Amphitheater for the drive-through holiday show, which opens Nov. 20. Mayor Butch Lee said the work is a combined effort. Magic...

Brandon, MS · 1d

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Brandon Bulldog Red Nose Run to Kick Off Holidays and Support Band Program

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Runners and walkers can take in the Magic of Lights while supporting the Brandon Band program at the third annual Brandon Bulldog Red Nose Run on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026. The event includes a 5K run and a 2-mile walk through the Magic of Lights display...

Brandon, MS · 1d

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Hazlehurst’s Kelly Brown named Week 12 Student-Athlete of the Week

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Hazlehurst quarterback Kelly Brown has been named the Week 12 Student-Athlete of the Week, pulling in 858 of the 1,198 total votes cast. Brown finished ahead of Tri-County Academy’s Cade Hunt, who received 208 votes, followed by Leake Academy’s Majure Chandler (67) and Hartfield Academy’s Ethan Elliott (65).

Hazlehurst, MS · 22h

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ROBERT WILSON’S HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PICKS PRESENTED BY GERMANY LAW FIRM, PLLC

HARTFIELD ACADEMY (7-4) VS. JACKSON PREP (11-1) Jackson Prep has won an MAIS record 24 state football championships and will be going its first since 2022 when the No. 2 seed Patriots play the No. 4 seed Hawks for the MAIS Class 4A, Division I state championship Friday at 7 p.m. at Mississippi Christian University in Clinton.

Mississippi · 5h