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54-year-old man killed in Lincoln crash
LINCOLN — A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 11:05 p.m. Friday, May 3, has claimed the life of a Booneville, Miss. man, according to Senior Trooper Vu Quang of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. “Ronald J. McKinney, 54, was fatally injured when the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado he was...
Shopping trips ends with shoplifting charges for Lee County women
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A shopping trip to Tupelo ended with a visit to jail for two Lee County women. Tuesday, Tupelo police were called to a business in the Barnes Crossing area about a substantial shoplifting case. When they got to the business, they were told that two...
Tupelo farmers market begins 2024 season
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – The market season is back, and Tupelo’s local farmers market just opened on Saturday. James Keller, the Market Manager of the Tupelo Farmers' Depot, shared that their first day saw vendors with mostly strawberries. But there were also vendors with fresh bread, tamales, honey,...
Blue Suede Cruise is rolling into Tupelo this weekend
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) -- The 21st annual “Blue Suede Cruise” is in full swing with vintage antique cars on display. Car lovers are gathering at Cadence Bank Arena to view hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars, and trucks. The Tupelo Blue Suede Cruise has been a staple in...
10 Years Later: WTVA Meteorologist John Dolusic recounts the damage he faced after tornado
Ten years later, WTVA Meteorologist John Dolusic shared how he found himself among those who had a mess to clean up after the twister tore through Tupelo in 2014. 10 Years Later: WTVA Meteorologist John Dolusic recounts the damage he faced after tornado. Ten years later, WTVA Meteorologist John Dolusic...
5-year-old sent to hospital after shock from electrical box at Mississippi sports complex
A 5-year-old boy was transported to a local hospital after he was reportedly shocked by an electrical box at a Mississippi sports complex. WTVA in Tupelo reports that the boy was shocked Thursday night at the West Point Sportsplex. The boy reportedly touched an electrical box on a pole near...
Ole Miss student Mary Griffin earns her degree at 80
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) - An Ole Miss student earned her degree 62 years after she started. Mary Griffin received her bachelor’s degree at 80 years young. Griffin was valedictorian of Siggers High School’s 1961 graduating class. She is from Shannon, but she graduated before 1964 that brought desegregation....
Former Tupelo councilman, businessman Markel Whittington has died
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – Former Tupelo City Councilman and businessman Markel Whittington has died. The Lee County coroner confirmed his passing on Friday morning from natural causes. Whittington served at the Ward 1 councilman for 12 years and as a small business owner of Whittington Office Furniture. He was...
Mississippi man arrested after reportedly stealing trailer
A Mississippi man has been arrested after he reportedly stole a trailer. Sergio Salinas, 41, of Tupelo, was arrested on Tuesday, April 30, and charged with Grand Larceny. On April 15, officers with the Tupelo Police Department were dispatched to the South Gloster Street area in reference to a stolen trailer. Upon arrival, officers contacted the victim and gathered evidence at the scene.
First ever Mini Makers Market held in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – A Tupelo coffee shop gave makers a place to show and sell. Lost + Found Coffee Co. held its first ever Mini Makers Market right outside their store in the parking lot. Several vendors lined up the parking lot turned alleyway, allowing guests to take...
Tupelo non-profit clinic offers services free of charge
A local non-profit clinic is reaching out to let uninsured folks in Lee County know they can receive medical services free of charge. Tupelo non-profit clinic offers services free of charge. A local non-profit clinic is reaching out to let uninsured folks in Lee County know they can receive medical...
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