Tippah News

The Jackson City Council voted 6-1 to confirm RaShall Brackney as the city’s new police chief, after a lengthy questioning period. Brackney, a former Charlottesville police chief, aims to rebuild trust and improve morale in Jackson’s police force.

Mississippi News

Small and Middle Market Business Confidence Rebounds Ahead of 2026, Jackson Expected to Benefit

February 25, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Business optimism among small and midsize companies is rising at the start of 2026, signaling potential growth for Jackson, according to JPMorgan Chase survey. Concerns remain over inflation, tariffs, and labor costs.

Education

Phi Theta Kappa membership can boost scholarships for transfer students, PTK says

February 24, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Phi Theta Kappa says members are eligible for hundreds of scholarships and tools to assist transfers, and two Mississippi universities list PTK awards on their websites.

SB | Northeast Mississippi Community College Softball goes from unranked in the NJCAA preseason poll

Education

Northeast Mississippi CC softball jumps to No. 14 in NJCAA poll

February 24, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Northeast Mississippi Community College said its softball team rose from unranked in the NJCAA preseason poll to No. 14 in the NJCAA’s first regular-season poll. The Tigers will host doubleheaders Friday and Saturday at The Plex.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Temporary ramp closure on the I-10 E exit ramp to Kiln Delisle Rd

Local News

I-10 Exit Ramp to Kiln Delisle Road Closing Overnight for Repairs

February 24, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Mississippi Department of Transportation says the eastbound I-10 exit ramp to Kiln Delisle Road (Exit 20) in Harrison County will close from 7 p.m. Feb. 24 to 6 a.m. Feb. 25 for pavement repair.

Local News

Traffic switch on SR 14 in Noxubee County set for Feb. 25

February 24, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Mississippi Department of Transportation says traffic on State Route 14 between Carter Road and Firetower Road will be moved onto a detour at 7 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, for a bridge replacement.

🎨🎸 A big THANK YOU to Ripley High School student and Main Street Ambassador Dashayla Shead for paint

Local News

Ripley student paints guitar displayed at Blues Alley, group says

February 24, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Ripley Main Street thanked Ripley High School student and Main Street Ambassador Dashayla Shead for painting a guitar now on display at Blues Alley, saying the work highlights local young talent.

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Education

Northeast opens early acceptance for associate nursing program; deadline March 6

February 24, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Northeast Mississippi Community College is accepting early applications for its Associate Degree Nursing program, the college said. Eligible current and dual-enrolled students must apply by March 6.

Today, our Marketing interns had the opportunity to learn from NEMCC alum Ben Tucker

Education

NEMCC alum Ben Tucker advises marketing interns

February 24, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Ben Tucker spoke to North East Mississippi Community College marketing interns and offered career and networking advice, NEMCC said.

Local News

Rip-current awareness campaign warns spring-break beachgoers

February 24, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Organizers of Rip Current Awareness Week urged spring-break beachgoers to learn how to spot rip currents, saying subtle changes in water texture, color and movement can signal danger.

Tippah News

D&Z Sealcoating Providing Top-Tier Mississippi Sealcoating Services

Social media message in Mississippi urges drivers to signal on Easter

Mississippi Department of Public Safety Wishes Residents a Safe Easter

Fox News Digital runs American Culture Quiz on Tidal Basin traditions, baseball

MISSISSIPPI NEWS

D&Z Sealcoating Providing Top-Tier Mississippi Sealcoating Services

Mississippi Governor Signs SHIELD Act Imposing Voter Citizenship Checks

One Crew Member Rescued After U.S. Fighter Jet Goes Down in Iran, Officials Say

LOCAL NEWS

D&Z Sealcoating Providing Top-Tier Mississippi Sealcoating Services

Walnut Graduate Adrian Palmer Completes U.S. Air Force Basic Training

Teen Charged with Double Murder in Tippah County After-Prom Shooting

Two Brothers Killed in Shooting at Blue Mountain After-Prom Party

SPORTS

Stay Present: The Final Four Lesson from Arizona to the Women’s Semifinals

Clutch, Chaos and the Chalk That Still Crumbles: A Sweet 16 Snapshot

William Carey women’s tennis team beats Blue Mountain in SSAC roundup

Blue Mountain Christian falls 7-0 to No. 6 William Carey at SSAC Roundup

Fox News Digital runs American Culture Quiz on Tidal Basin traditions, baseball

Burglary prompts murder probe in Indiana after man’s sudden death; police cite root beer float

Trump warns Iran of ‘all hell’ as deadline to reopen Strait of Hormuz nears

Judge blocks Trump administration effort to force colleges to turn over race-based admissions data

Jackson City Council confirms RaShall Brackney as police chief

Small and Middle Market Business Confidence Rebounds Ahead of 2026, Jackson Expected to Benefit

Phi Theta Kappa membership can boost scholarships for transfer students, PTK says

Northeast Mississippi CC softball jumps to No. 14 in NJCAA poll

I-10 Exit Ramp to Kiln Delisle Road Closing Overnight for Repairs

Traffic switch on SR 14 in Noxubee County set for Feb. 25

Ripley student paints guitar displayed at Blues Alley, group says

Northeast opens early acceptance for associate nursing program; deadline March 6

NEMCC alum Ben Tucker advises marketing interns

Rip-current awareness campaign warns spring-break beachgoers