Tippah County, MS News
Helen Zille, a former mayor and current mayoral candidate, used a snorkeling stunt in Johannesburg to draw attention to years of infrastructure neglect by city authorities.
When it comes to Mississippi sealcoating, one local business is making a strong name for itself across North Mississippi and
As college basketball condenses into a two-week sprint, one quality separates the storylines from the clichés: the ability to stay present. The brackets are set, the best players remain, and history is waiting — if teams can handle the moment.
UCLA defeated South Carolina 79-51 on Sunday to complete a 37-1 season and capture the program’s first NCAA women’s basketball championship. The victory drew congratulations from former President Barack Obama and Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Tupelo Police Chief John Quaka told WTVA that strong community relationships are key to public safety and that the department will host a Citizens Police Academy. He said the program will let residents learn how the department operates and how officers serve the city.
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The Tupelo Police Department is investigating an alleged indecent exposure reported Tuesday evening near Crosstown and says the suspect fled on a blue bicycle, the department said. Authorities asked anyone with information to call 662-841-6491 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-773-TIPS.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College will hold a special orientation April 2 for Adult Education graduates planning to enroll this fall, the college said.
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The Raymond, Miss., LIFT Resource & Referral Network held an open house it called a major milestone, organizers said. The group invited parents and providers to visit its new location and review available resources.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation is closing ramps on I-55 north in Pike County as part of a major highway improvement project, with temporary and permanent closures scheduled this weekend.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation said in a social media post that nearly 40% of adults report unintentionally falling asleep at least once a month and urged drivers to get quality sleep.
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Ripley Main Street said it will hold a Shop Hop on Saturday, March 21, where shoppers can collect stamps to win prizes and enter a drawing for a $1,000 gift basket. The event will also feature an Easter Bunny appearance and a hidden-egg promotion earlier in March.
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The Mississippi Department of Human Services’ Division of Aging and Adult Services posted the 2027–2030 State Plan on Aging for public comment through April 9, 2026. The division said the plan outlines its vision and priorities for supporting older Mississippians and their caregivers over the next four years.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation said inmate crews supervised by county sheriff’s departments removed thousands of bags of litter from state highways and recognized Carroll, Itawamba and Pontotoc counties for their efforts.
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The forecast calls for a slow-moving system that could produce damaging winds, tornadoes, large hail and heavy rain.
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