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Burnside Music Fest organizers said Tita’s Tacos & Tamales will serve street tacos, tamales and other fresh-made items at the festival on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in historic downtown Ripley.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation urged drivers to check their back seats and shared safety tips after citing a NoHeatstroke.org report that 57% of child hot-car deaths in the state involved children being forgotten in vehicles.

Visit Mississippi Executive Director Rochelle Hicks discussed summer road trip destinations, America250 efforts and the state’s culinary scene on ‘The Extra Mile’ podcast.

Tupelo Police Department says it will hold a ‘Let’s Ride’ bicycle safety event Friday, May 29, at Robins Noble Park, offering safety tips, free helmets while supplies last and a bike giveaway. Registration is available through Capt. Katarsha White.

The Tupelo Police Department said it will host a free, interactive summer camp for children June 8-12, 2026, and that applications are still being accepted.

Organizers said Main Street Moolah gift certificates can be redeemed at participating downtown shops and are being promoted as graduation gifts. Purchases are available by scanning a QR code or at the program’s website.

Richard Creel and Tommie Landrum admitted to stealing county property and conspiring to do so, according to Mississippi State Auditor’s office. Both were sentenced in Jones County Circuit Court.

Booneville Middle School said the Booneville Police Department supplied water to students during last Friday’s field day and the school expressed appreciation for the department’s role in keeping the community safe.

More than 100 players took part in a charity golf tournament hosted by First Responders of MS to benefit Trooper Landon Murphy, the Mississippi Department of Public Safety said.

The Mississippi Department of Human Services said daily physical activity supports strength, balance and independence and directed older adults to its website for services.