Author: Jon R Myers

Riley Perkins, a student at Northeast, has been awarded the College Public Relations Association of Mississippi scholarship. He plans to attend the University of Mississippi this fall.

More than 100 players participated in a golf event organized by Mississippi first responders to support Trooper Landon Murphy, who is fighting an illness.

Students at Booneville Middle School participated in a successful Field Day last Friday, with support from local law enforcement.

A formal request has been made to President Donald Trump for a Major Disaster Declaration. Details about the disaster and the request were not specified.

Richard Creel and Tommie Landrum admitted to embezzling county-owned culverts in separate guilty pleas, according to Mississippi State Auditor Shad White.

State wildlife officials will hold a live Facebook session next Tuesday to discuss alligator hunting regulations and application tips.

As part of National Safe Boating Week, the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks reminds boaters to complete required safety courses before operating motorized vessels.

A marginal risk for severe thunderstorms is forecast across most of the Mid-South this afternoon into the evening, with damaging winds as the main threat.

Molly marks her birthday by officially earning her driver’s license, prompting congratulations from friends and family.