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One killed in two-vehicle crash in Jones County
JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – One person was killed during a two-vehicle crash in Jones County. The crash happened just before 10:00 p.m. on Friday, May 10 on Highway 29 near Little Sawmill Road. When firefighters arrived at the location, they found a sedan and a pickup involved in the crash. According to officials, one […]
Mayor Magee recognizes National Nursing Home Week
In honor of National Nursing Home Week, Mayor Johnny Magee presented a proclamation to the residents of Comfort Care Nursing Home in Laurel on Monday, May 13th. Comfort Care Activities Director Lisa Young shared more about the day’s significance. “Today, we kick off our Nursing Home Week, and this...
“MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS” SUMMER CAMP TO BE HELD AT LAUREL Y.W.C.O.
(LAUREL, Miss.) – The first-ever Mental Health Matters summer camp will be held this May at the historic Young Women’s Christian Organization (Y.W.C.O.) in downtown Laurel. The camp is designed to combat rising mental health challenges among girls in a fun, safe setting that builds resiliency and brain health.
Jones College announces 2023-2024 Hall of Fame students
ELLISVILLE –Twenty-one Jones College sophomores were selected as Hall of Fame finalists after completing an application listing campus and community involvement, volunteer service, leadership positions or offices held, and academic honors. Students also have a minimum 3.5 GPA. Some of these students are athletes and hold jobs in addition to their academic and campus responsibilities. They received special recognition in the college yearbook and during the spring commencement ceremony in May.
Five Jones College students named Tullos Scholars
ELLISVILLE – Five Jones College sophomores were selected as Tullos Scholars, Jaylynn Conner of Waynesboro, Haidyn Houston of Raleigh, Kadin Johnston of Waynesboro, Pablo Lopez of Waynesboro, and Aaron Mason of Raleigh. This is the college’s highest honor for the top five JC students, and it includes an endowed scholarship for the recipients. All five students were nominated by faculty members as they distinguished themselves and impressed selection committee members over the past two years.
Lady Red Devils one step closer to hoisting state title trophy after Game 1 victory over Pine Grove
One step closer, one hurdle away. Until the bottom of the third, and despite having a 1-0 lead, the Lady Red Devils had not found a hit. Everything changed when Bella Jefcoat squeezed out a single to right field, giving Stringer their first hit and setting them up for a six-hit, four-run inning to take a commanding 5-0 lead.
Lightning may have caused Jones County house fire
JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – A Jones County home was damaged during a fire early Friday morning. The fire happened just before 2:00 a.m. on May 10 in the 300 block of Lebanon Road. When firefighters arrived at the location, officials said they found flames coming from near the middle of the roof. Crews eventually […]
Baseball Recap: Taylorsville finds playoff glory versus Resurrection Catholic
It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Taylorsville had no problem doing just that on Monday. They came out on top against the Resurrection Catholic Eagles by a score of 8-0 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game). Considering Taylorsville has won 14 matches by more than five runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
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