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Man wanted for human trafficking in Jasper County
JASPER COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – Jasper County deputies are searching for a man who’s wanted for sexual battery and human trafficking. Investigators said the suspect has been identified as 43-year-old Kevin Page. Anyone with information on his whereabouts can contact the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office at 601-764-2588 or East Mississippi Crime Stoppers at 1-855-458-8477.
Ruffin honored by Chamber for more than 40 years of law practice in Jasper County
For more than 40 years, Ricky Ruffin has served Jasper County citizens in many capacities. Ruffin was honored by the Bay Springs Chamber of Commerce Wednesday morning as the chamber continues its Business Spotlight, highlighting businesses in the community. “We want to thank you for choosing to have your business...
Laurel man charged with child exploitation after investigation by Attorney General’s Office
JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - A Laurel man is in the Jones County jail charged with child exploitation after an investigation from the Attorney General’s office, according to online jail records. The Jones County Sheriffs’ Department’s inmate roster showed 42-year-old Nathan Mozingo was booked on Friday, April 19, and...
West Jones art teacher receives national honor
SOSO, Miss. (WDAM) - West Jones High School art instructor Erin Smith received Artsonia’s 2024 Art Education Leadership Award. The award honors pioneers in the art education community who continuously inspire their peers and engage students. Smith’s peers and Artsonia selected her among thousands of instructors as one of...
West Jones ready for playoff baseball
SOSO, Miss. (WDAM) - West Jones High School feels primed to make a deep postseason run. The Mustangs have their hair bleached blonde and are ready to go. “I wanted to do mohawks,” said senior pitcher/infielder Jaxon Rayborn. “It makes everyone look a little dumb but it’s fun.”
City of Laurel recognizes National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
On April 22nd, the City of Laurel officially recognized April 22nd-28th as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week by presenting a proclamation to a group of advocates from the Laurel Police Department, Domestic Abuse Family Shelter, and Shafer Center as well as to Rickey and Greta Holden who lost their son Xavier Davis to violent crime in March of 2021.
Laurel animal shelter may be forced to close its doors
LAUREL, Miss. (WHLT) – A Jones County animal shelter is asking the community for help before it could be forced to close its doors. Officials with the Laurel Animal Rescue League Shelter said they’re in dire need of donations. “We run solely on donations. And right after Christmas, generally, the first of the year is […]
New archway to be built in Bay Springs’ historic shopping district
BAY SPRINGS, Miss. (WDAM) - The 40-foot archway is being built to help bring more people to the city’s Brick Street Shopping District. City leaders will be bringing in children from local schools to help create artwork that’ll go along the sides and across the top of the arch.
Oh, What a Day with Walt!
Please note that this post contains affiliate links and any sales made through such links will reward MageeNews.com a small commission – at no extra cost to you. The Old Magee Cemetery Tour, which was well attended and proved to be a learning day. Although it got pretty hot, guest were welcomed at the First Baptist Church of Magee Family Life Center to “cooling” refreshments. I think Walt Grayson was quite impressed with Magee and its fine folks!
Pachuta, Miss. man arrested April 20 on drug charges
A Pachuta, Miss. man was arrested April 20 on drug charges, according to the Atmore Police Department. Public Information Officer Sgt. Darrell McMann said in a release that Chrishoun Hayes, 24, was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana II, possession of drug paraphernalia and unlawful possession of a pistol. […] The post Pachuta, Miss. man arrested April 20 on drug charges appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
One killed, five injured in Jones County crash
JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – One person was killed and five others were injured during a two-vehicle crash in Jones County. The crash happened just before 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 20 at the intersection of Highway 84 and Masonite Lake Road. When firefighters arrived at the location, they found a pickup truck and a […]
Only two events left for Magee’s Bicentennial.
Please note that this post contains affiliate links and any sales made through such links will reward MageeNews.com a small commission – at no extra cost to you. Three events!!! Yes, Magee has 3 events until the releasing of the Bicentennial celebration to Pinola. Now, I doubt Magee will...
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