U.S. conducts strikes on Iran after drone attack on cargo ship
The U.S. launched retaliatory strikes on Iran Friday following a drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant escalation.
Read more
Advertisement
Tippah County & Mississippi
Latest Tippah news
News, sports and community updates from Tippah County and across Mississippi. Newest stories first.
Mississippi reports over 480 homes damaged by Tropical Storm Arthur remnants
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency reports more than 480 homes damaged across 10 counties following severe storms and flooding from Tropical Storm Arthur remnants.
Read more
Mississippi yet to detect New World Screwworm, officials say
Mississippi has not reported any cases of the New World screwworm, a parasite that recently appeared in Texas and New Mexico, but state officials remain vigilant.
Read more
Magnolia Tribune essay cites Douglass speech to frame slavery as America’s original sin
A new essay in Magnolia Tribune’s series on the American inheritance argues that Frederick Douglass’s 1852 speech exposes the nation’s failure to live up to the Declaration of Independence and traces slavery’s lingering effects.
Read more
Supreme Court tensions surface ahead of major rulings
A rare public exchange among Supreme Court justices highlighted internal disagreements as the court prepares to issue significant decisions. Sources say the display signals underlying tensions within the high court.
Read more
Gipson, Watson Campaign for Higher Office at Neshoba County Fair
Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson and Secretary of State Michael Watson announced their bids for governor and lieutenant governor, respectively, at the Neshoba County Fair on Thursday. Both highlighted their records and outlined campaign priorities.
Read more
Vietnamese Community on Mississippi’s Gulf Coast Boosts Language Access to Healthcare
A grassroots network of volunteers and organizations is stepping up to improve Vietnamese language access in healthcare on Mississippi’s Gulf Coast, where language barriers persist.
Read more
Hundreds march in Senatobia seeking answers after 1-year-old killed in Walmart parking lot
Nearly 100 people marched through Senatobia to demand release of video and information after a police officer fired into a car June 14, killing 1-year-old Kohen Wiley, organizers and state officials said.
Read more
Marchers in Senatobia demand accountability after officer’s shooting kills 1-year-old
Demonstrators marched in Senatobia on June 26 to support the family of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley and call for answers after the Mississippi Department of Public Safety said an officer shot at a car on June 14, killing the child.
Read more
Interns tour Governor’s Mansion in Jackson
This week, interns took a break from work to tour the Governor’s Mansion in downtown Jackson, the organization said.
Read more
Mississippi agencies warn of dangerous heat this weekend into next week
The National Weather Service warned that dangerous heat stress will build over the weekend into next week, with highs in the mid-90s and heat indexes of 105 to 110 degrees, officials said. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urged residents to hydrate, wear sunscreen and take breaks.
Read more
Booneville officer completes North Mississippi law enforcement course
Officer Clinton L. Franks completed the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Course, the City of Booneville said.
Read more
Northeast Health Sciences says 98% of graduates work in their field
Northeast Health Sciences says 98% of its graduates are employed in their field. The school says its programs prepare students for careers employers are hiring for.
Read more
Northeast Mississippi Community College leaders visit D.C. office
Leaders from Northeast Mississippi Community College met with staff in a Washington office to highlight the college’s workforce training programs, the office said.
Read more
Mississippi to Require Driver’s Education for New Drivers Starting July 1, 2027
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety says all new drivers must complete driver’s education beginning July 1, 2027. The department posted a list of approved instructors at dps.ms.gov.
Read more
Marginal risk of storms forecast for parts of northeast Arkansas, Missouri Bootheel and West Tennessee
Forecasters say a marginal (1 of 5) risk of storms will affect portions of northeast Arkansas, the Missouri Bootheel and West Tennessee tomorrow, with damaging wind gusts and heavy downpours the primary hazards.
Read more
NWS Memphis warns slight risk of damaging winds, heavy rain in northeast Arkansas, Missouri Bootheel
The National Weather Service in Memphis said a level 2 of 5 Slight Risk will clip extreme northeast Arkansas and the Missouri Bootheel today, with damaging winds and heavy rain the main threats and a small tornado risk embedded.
Read more
WNBA’s Marina Mabrey ties single-game scoring record with 53 points
Toronto’s Marina Mabrey scored 53 points in a 125-94 win, tying the WNBA single-game scoring record and setting a franchise record for points in a game.
Read more
Senator Slotkin calls for new Democratic leadership after 2024 losses
Sen. Elissa Slotkin says the Democratic Party needs fresh leadership and a clear focus following its defeats in the 2024 elections. She emphasizes the importance of simplicity and key issues for electoral success.
Read more
Bench Bright Spots, Bench Worries: What the USMNT’s Group Stage Really Left Behind
Sebastian Berhalter and Christian Pulisic offered flashes of encouragement, but a second-string loss to Turkiye exposed uncomfortable questions as the U.S. turns toward a round-of-32 date with Bosnia.
Read more