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A bit if a lull from the rain and thunderstorms in our weather forecast for our Wednesday
We will see high pressure build into our area briefly for our Wednesday. This will clear the skies out in most area. However, more showers and thunderstorms will be in our weather forecast for later Thursday and into our Friday and weekend. We will see a few of these showers on the heavy side at times. Some of the thunderstorms will be on the hefty side at times. All of this due to some low pressure returning into our weather forecast.
Pawn shop burglary leads to Tupelo arrest
TUPELO – The suspect in the burglary of a Tupelo business could face federal weapons charges as well. Tupelo police responded to Mike’s Pawn on West Main Street on Thursday, May 9, in reference to a business burglary. The responding officers cleared the building and spoke with the business owner. Management reported that two firearms were stolen during the burglary.
Police chief discusses panhandling in Tupelo
If you live in Tupelo, you might have noticed people standing on the side of the road asking for money. The police chief discussed this issue. Tupelo Police seeing frequent calls regarding homeless population. Tupelo Police are seeing calls daily regarding the homeless population. Chief John Quaka discussed the current...
My kitchen wants me dead, and I've never been prouder
When I first volunteered to take over the weekly food column from longtime Daily Journal Food Editor Ginna Parsons, my central conceit — the gag, if you will — for the column was my lack of skill in the kitchen. “People will love laughing at my pain and...
TPSD board doubles tuition for nonresident students; parents protest
TUPELO - The Tupelo Public School District Board of Trustees has doubled the tuition for nonresident TPSD students, a move that has upset some parents currently paying for their children to attend classes in the district. A group of 10 parents were on-hand during the school board's regular meeting on...
Okolona community reacts to police officers quitting over low pay
Members of the Okolona community shared their reaction to police officers quitting over low pay. Okolona Police short staffed after officers quit due to low pay. The City of Okolona is facing a police crisis after two officers quit, leaving only five at the department.
Late night pursuit leads to felony DUI, fleeing charges
TUPELO – A Pontotoc County man’s attempt to outrun the Tupelo Police Department did not go as well as he had hoped Saturday night. Tupelo police attempted to pull over a car for traffic violations in the Lawndale Drive on the evening of May 11. The driver refused to stop and led officers on a pursuit. When the driver finally ended the pursuit, he jumped out of the vehicle and ran away on foot. Officers took the suspect into custody after a short chase and noticed that he showed signs of impairment. A check of the suspect’s criminal record revealed multiple arrests and convictions for driving under the influence.
9th Blessed Are the Peacemakers 5k held in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – A 5k in Tupelo was held to help put armor around peacekeepers of the community. Wives of Warriors held the ninth Blessed Are the Peacemakers 5k, with the funds going towards purchasing body armor for officers in need. The 5k was held Saturday morning.
Monroe County woman jailed for failed 2021 shoplifting attempt
TUPELO – Tupelo police have arrested an Amory woman who reportedly tried to steal more than $1,250 worth of merchandise from a Tupelo Walmart store three years ago. Gina R. Smith, 36, of David Street, Amory, was arrested May 10 on a capias warrant for attempted felony shoplifting. Smith reportedly tried to leave the North Gloster Walmart in July 2021 with a buggy full of merchandise including plants, two hatchets, lounge pants, boys' underwear, socks, T-shirts, Levi's and Wrangler jeans, phone screen protectors, fishing filet knives, bait and numerous fishing lures.
Tupelo skateboarders hope to take home the trophy a second time at Red Bull Terminal Takeover
TUPELO — Returning with hopes to replicate the success of last year, local skaters connected to the skateboard shop Change hope to bring home the crown again during the 4th annual Red Bull Terminal Takeover. Each year for the last four years, Red Bull sponsors a skateboarding event that...
Decomposed body found Sunday in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — An investigation is underway following the discovery of a body in Tupelo. Tupelo Police Chief John Quaka said authorities recovered the remains on Sunday in the area of Magazine and Carnation streets. This is near the Salvation Army. He described the body as badly decomposed.
Shannon man arrested for 2020 Tupelo shooting incident
TUPELO – A man wanted for a 4-year-old shooting case was arrested last week by the Tupelo Police Department. Tupelo officers served a capias warrant Friday May 10 on Charles Everett McPherson, 40 of Vinson Street, Shannon. He was charged with aggravated assault and possession of a weapon by a felon. The charges date back to a March 2020 incident where a man was shot multiple times on Southside Drive.
Popular splash pad reopening this weekend in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — A popular splash pad is reopening in Tupelo. The Joyner splash pad is scheduled to reopen this weekend. It’s near Joyner Elementary School and Rob Leake City Park. The city closed the splash pad last summer after an apparent lightning strike. It’ll be open...
Verona church destroyed in fire
VERONA, Miss. (WTVA) — A fire destroyed a church in Verona on Sunday. It happened at Emmanuel Gospel of Grace Church on Raymond Avenue. Firefighters reported no injuries and the fire did not spread to neighboring buildings. Neighbors told WTVA 9 News the church sat abandoned for several years...
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