Tippah County, MS News
Authorities have arrested a man in connection with the death of a woman found hanging in Jackson. The case remains under investigation.
Tippah County’s Sept. 11 roundup focuses on the new 1.5-mile State Route 2 alignment, two bridges and its connection to the planned Highway 15 bypass.
Pine Grove edges Falkner in five sets, Ripley and Walnut sweep, Blue Mountain Christian wins two soccer openers, and three county football teams travel Friday.
Rep. Don Bacon says he is contemplating a bid for the White House in 2028 as he plans to leave Congress next year.
Former Mississippi State coach Mike Leach is among the 80 players and nine coaches nominated for the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame. The class will be announced in January.
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A federal court has limited the actions of a new water authority set to take over Jackson’s water and sewer systems, citing concerns over interference with ongoing federal receivership.
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A consumer reminder urged beneficiaries to check notices and report changes in income, household size and work hours to keep their benefits uninterrupted.
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June 1 marks the start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, the Mississippi Department of Transportation said, and the agency is offering free evacuation and preparedness resources for South Mississippi residents and organizations.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation said both directions of U.S. 49 between West Pine Street and Country Club Road will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. beginning June 1 through July 3 for railroad trestle repairs.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation is hosting a contest to feature patriotic safety messages on highway signs during Independence Day celebrations.
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The National Weather Service on June 1 expanded a slight risk for severe storms across parts of Mississippi, warning that storms this afternoon into tonight could bring damaging winds and hail.
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Four suspects have been charged following an armed robbery on Bryson Drive in Tupelo, Mississippi, police said. The arrests followed a traffic stop the same day.
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Tupelo police said four people were charged after a May 28 armed robbery on Bryson Drive. One suspect was charged with conspiracy to commit armed robbery and had bond set at $50,000.
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Tupelo police officers involved in a cybercrime case are recognized for their efforts in collaboration with federal partners to prevent bank ATM thefts and pursue justice.
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