Tippah News

Data suggests increased suicidal thoughts and attempts among autistic individuals in Mississippi, though research remains limited. Mental health resources are adapting to better support neurodivergent populations.

Mississippi News

Mississippi governor cancels special session on judicial redistricting, plans future congressional redraws

May 14, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Gov. Tate Reeves announced the cancellation of next week’s special legislative session on judicial redistricting, but indicated plans to revisit congressional district redraws before 2027. The move follows court challenges over district legality.

Mississippi News

Pascagoula sewage spill stopped; officials say pipe must be replaced

May 14, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Jackson County Utility Authority workers repaired a leak that released about 550,000 gallons of untreated sewage into the Pascagoula River over the weekend, but officials say a 50-year-old cast iron pipe needs full replacement and the state has issued a water contact advisory.

Mississippi News

Mississippi outperforms most states in post-pandemic education recovery, report finds

May 14, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

A new analysis shows Mississippi ranks seventh in both math and reading growth among U.S. states, despite a nationwide decline in student achievement.

Congratulations to NEMCC AE at Booneville graduate, Cayson Leathers, for earning his High School Equ

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Cayson Leathers earns High School Equivalency Diploma, NEMCC AE at Booneville says

May 13, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

NEMCC AE at Booneville announced that Cayson Leathers earned his High School Equivalency Diploma and called the accomplishment a milestone.

Local News

NEMCC Adult Education to hold graduation May 18

May 13, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Adult Education program announced graduation will be May 18 at 6 p.m. in the Bonner Arnold Coliseum. Graduates were told invitations have been mailed and asked to register online.

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Burnside Music Fest seeks sponsors for 2026 in Ripley

May 13, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Organizers say several businesses have already signed on and are inviting more sponsors to support the 2026 Burnside Music Fest in Historic Downtown Ripley.

🔥🍗 BURNSIDE MUSIC FEST RIB & CHICKEN WING COOK-OFF 🍗🔥

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Burnside Music Fest to host rib and wing cook-off in Ripley

May 13, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

A rib and chicken wing cook-off is scheduled for June 6 in historic downtown Ripley, with entry fees and prizes in each category, organizers said.

Local News

Elaine Online Boutique urges shoppers to stop by; social post appears unavailable

May 13, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Elaine Online Boutique asked customers to visit Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Cut-Off, but the social media post is now marked unavailable by the hosting platform.

If you’ve experienced food loss, help is on the way!

Local News

Mississippi residents impacted by power outages can apply for replacement SNAP benefits

May 13, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Residents in several Mississippi counties affected by recent severe weather may qualify for SNAP benefit replacements. Officials advise reporting food loss promptly.

Tippah News

19 Revolutionary War cannons go on display at Savannah History Museum

Treasury Secretary Bessent previews new U.S. currency bearing Trump’s signature

Paul Pelosi may face misdemeanor charges after Napa County hit-and-run, sheriff says

Trump marks U.S. 250th anniversary with weather-delayed speech highlighting achievements and partisan rhetoric

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WCBI reporters cover bull, pony riding at Clay County Sheriff’s Rodeo

Experts advise pet owners to keep animals cool during hot summer months

Louisiana man killed in Marion County crash, troopers say

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Walnut Man Charged in Prentiss County Bad Check Investigation

New Tippah County Fair website TippahCountyFair.com launches ahead of 81st annual event

Tippah County Fair announces schedule for 2026 edition

Tippah County resident, former Corinth teacher accused of making AI videos of students sentenced

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19 Revolutionary War cannons go on display at Savannah History Museum

Treasury Secretary Bessent previews new U.S. currency bearing Trump’s signature

Paul Pelosi may face misdemeanor charges after Napa County hit-and-run, sheriff says

Trump marks U.S. 250th anniversary with weather-delayed speech highlighting achievements and partisan rhetoric

Mississippi reports higher suicide risk among children and adults with autism

Mississippi governor cancels special session on judicial redistricting, plans future congressional redraws

Pascagoula sewage spill stopped; officials say pipe must be replaced

Mississippi outperforms most states in post-pandemic education recovery, report finds

Cayson Leathers earns High School Equivalency Diploma, NEMCC AE at Booneville says

NEMCC Adult Education to hold graduation May 18

Burnside Music Fest seeks sponsors for 2026 in Ripley

Burnside Music Fest to host rib and wing cook-off in Ripley

Elaine Online Boutique urges shoppers to stop by; social post appears unavailable

Mississippi residents impacted by power outages can apply for replacement SNAP benefits