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.
President Donald Trump is engaged in conflicts both abroad with Iran and at home within his administration. His unpredictable actions have sparked concern and controversy.
Tupelo Police said one person was wounded in a shooting at the West Jackson Mart on W. Jackson Street and was taken to North Mississippi Medical Center; officials said there is no known threat to the public.
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The National Weather Service office in Memphis, Tennessee posted safety guidance saying 6 inches of moving water can knock over an adult and 12 inches can carry away a small car.
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The State Financial Officers Foundation named Mississippi State Auditor Shad White in its inaugural 2025 Oversight Report for identifying more than $400 million in government waste, the foundation said. The report highlighted White’s “MOGE” compilation of audits and his work targeting nonprofits it said wasted taxpayer money.
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Northeast is asking area businesses, churches and organizations to provide promotional items for Spring Orientation to help new students feel supported, the school said.
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Organizers said The Calendar Kitchen will host a community cooking event March 19 at the NEMCC Health & Nutrition Center. Registration is $20 and limited to the first 20 participants.
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Brandon Windham of Booneville received the Barbara & Ken Shackelford Endowment Scholarship, the NEMCC Foundation said. The foundation said applications for the 2026-27 academic year are open through March 15.
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The Mississippi Department of Public Safety named four staffers its March employees of the month, the agency said in a social media post. Commissioner Sean Tindell praised their service to the agency and the state.
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Capitol Police said applications are being accepted from residents of the Capitol Complex Improvement District for a seven-day Citizens Academy running April 20-28, 2026.
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The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency says the Federal Emergency Management Agency is still reviewing an Individual Assistance declaration and urges residents to submit damage reports to help build a case.
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The National Weather Service’s Memphis office urged residents to learn how to receive warnings and connect with local NWS offices during Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week, the office said.
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