‘It’s a crisis’: Holly Springs residents say they’ve been randomly losing power for 5 years
State leaders are sounding the alarm over constant power outages in north Mississippi stemming from what is believed to be a lack of leadership within the Holly Springs Utility Department…
MDA granted $2 million to create solar energy playbook and training course
The Mississippi Development Authority has been granted $2 million to create a playbook and training course for solar energy projects across the state. Congressman Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., announced that the…
Kosciusko man arrested for alleged role in January 6 Capitol riot
A Kosciusko man has been taken into custody by law enforcement for his alleged role in the breach of the U.S. Capitol by supporters of former President Donald Trump on…
Former Lawrence County tax collector pleads guilty for embezzling vehicle registration payments
A former deputy clerk for the Lawrence County Tax Collector’s Office has pleaded guilty to embezzling thousands of dollars intended for vehicle registration and renewals. Summers, who was arrested and…
Former Ole Miss football player to compete on ‘The Bachelorette’
Former Ole Miss football player Jonathan Hess will be looking for love off the field as he will be competing on the newest season of The Bachelorette. Shortly after the…
Motorcyclist accused of shooting at Olive Branch police has charges upgraded to attempted murder
The man accused of riding up on his motorcycle and shooting at Olive Branch police during a traffic stop has had his bond set at $1 million. Charges against Colby…
Ridgeland mother faces up to life in prison for holding child at gunpoint
A former Ridgeland resident faces up to life in prison for felony child abuse. Akilah Watson, 36, is accused of physically assaulting her children on numerous occasions and is even…
Wicker championing legislation to create grant program for rural medical providers
Legislation has been introduced at the federal level to create a nationwide grant program to assist medical providers in rural areas of the country. Sen. Roger Wicker, a Republican from…
48 people locked up following 2 drug bust operations in Mississippi
A pair of operations conducted across the state resulted in nearly 50 people being locked up for selling and possessing controlled substances. Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced the completion…
The Project Lounge named top sports bar in America; 2 other Mississippi spots crack the list
One of Mississippi’s favorite sports bars is also one of America’s favorites, according to BetUS. In a new poll based on Google reviews and food and drink prices, The Project…
