Tippah County, MS News
The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science in Jackson will host a hands-on World Snake Day event Friday with 26 Mississippi-native snake species on display, the museum said.
by Michael H. Miller BOONEVILLE, MISS. — (06/11/2026) Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Adult Education Department helped 248 individuals from across
As the 48-team World Cup gets under way, two headlines capture a central tension: can teams survive when their talismans misfire, and how much does a new coach’s swagger matter?
President Donald Trump has repeatedly shifted between threatening military action and saying a deal with Iran was imminent, a columnist wrote, reflecting a pattern of seeing events in line with his own expectations.
In July, Mark Hall, of Ripley, was charged with nine counts of simple assault after a video surfaced of him
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Storms produced flash flooding in several communities today, and weather reports said the heaviest rain had moved out although standing water may remain on roads.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation said crews repaired a pavement buckle on eastbound Highway 18 near Siwell Road in Hinds County and reopened the road about 9 p.m. June 11. MDOT said crews left ‘bump’ signs in place and will continue monitoring the site.
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Dashun J. Cooperwood, 28, was arrested and charged with one count of grand larceny after a stolen trailer was located at a Tupelo shopping center, the Tupelo Police Department said.
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Tupelo Police Department said Derek Kimble, 32, was arrested June 10 after being found nude behind a Walmart Neighborhood Market and was charged June 11 with felony indecent exposure. A judge set bond at $15,000 and the Mississippi Department of Corrections placed a hold, the department said.
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The Starkville Driver Service Bureau said it will close June 15-21 for relocation and will reopen June 22 at 8 a.m. at 11355 Mississippi 25 in Starkville; online services remain available at dps.ms.gov.
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Most downtown Ripley shops will stay open until 7 p.m. tonight as part of the ‘Downtown After Hours’ series, Ripley Main Street said. The Cut-Off will host Elvis-themed music bingo with prizes at 7 p.m.
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First Baptist Church of Ripley announced an evening celebration called 250 Years of Freedom featuring live bluegrass, food and fireworks, the church said. Organizers invited the public to attend and directed people to a flyer for details.
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Organizers at The Cut-Off said weather forced the postponement of Elvis Bingo Night and they are working on a new date. The venue asked patrons to stay tuned for an announcement.
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Blue Mountain Christian University said it has named students to its President’s List and Dean’s Lists, honors the school described as recognition of outstanding academic achievement. The university posted the full lists on its website.
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The National Weather Service issued a dangerous heat stress warning Wednesday, June 12, through Sunday, June 14, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said. Forecasters expect highs in the mid-90s and heat indices of 105 to 110 degrees; the agency advised residents to hydrate, wear sunscreen and take breaks.
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