PURVIS, Miss. – The August 16 fire that destroyed the Purvis High School field house has been ruled as arson.
The blaze destroyed more than $6,000 worth of items, including the football team’s equipment and uniforms. A $5,000 reward is being offered to anyone whose information leads to the arrest of those responsible. If you saw, or know anything, call the Lamar County Sheriff’s Department or the State Fire Marshall’s office at 1-888-648-0877.
