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Helen Zille, a former mayor and current mayoral candidate, used a snorkeling stunt in Johannesburg to draw attention to years of infrastructure neglect by city authorities.
When it comes to Mississippi sealcoating, one local business is making a strong name for itself across North Mississippi and
As college basketball condenses into a two-week sprint, one quality separates the storylines from the clichés: the ability to stay present. The brackets are set, the best players remain, and history is waiting — if teams can handle the moment.
President Donald Trump is engaged in conflicts both abroad with Iran and at home within his administration. His unpredictable actions have sparked concern and controversy.
In July, Mark Hall, of Ripley, was charged with nine counts of simple assault after a video surfaced of him
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Tupelo police and Crime Stoppers are asking for help identifying a suspect in a vehicle larceny on West Main Street. Authorities believe a white male stole a leaf blower from a parked car.
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The Mississippi Department of Public Safety announced Destinee Parfait, Christopher Bragg, Lindsay Collum and Corey Dixon as Employees of the Month, the agency said in a post.
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Mississippi State Auditor Shad White said his office arrested Deborah Harper, the former office manager of the Southeast Greene Water Authority, on allegations she embezzled authority funds for personal use. The auditor’s office said she allegedly diverted cash payments and used other customers’ payments to cover debts for herself and her daughter.
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The National Weather Service said its Weather101 program is holding one-hour spring classes that are free and open to everyone. The agency directed interested people to register online.
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SkillUp Mississippi announced it will hold its second Ready, Set, Interview Day to help students build confidence and practice job interview skills.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Adult Education program said Hailey Hollimon of Booneville earned a high school equivalency diploma and has enrolled at NEMCC to pursue a pre-nursing major.
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A generous supporter will match donations dollar-for-dollar up to $2,500, the organization said, giving donors a chance to double their impact before Giving Day.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College said it will host the Mississippi Science and Engineering Fair on Thursday, April 9, 2026, with 330 projects from students in grades 7 through 12.
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NEMCC is recruiting students to serve as Tiger Ambassadors, the college said. Applications are available online and must be submitted by May 1.
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Organizers said in a social media post they will host the second annual Ready, Set, Interview Day to help students practice interview skills and build confidence. The post thanked volunteers and included hashtags referencing Skill Up Mississippi and Mississippi adult education.
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