Tippah County, MS News
Chevron is poised to announce an expansion of its Venezuela operations, according to a U.S. official. The move follows the Biden administration’s partnership with a Venezuelan energy company.
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The House passed a stopgap spending measure Tuesday by a 370-48 vote to fund federal agencies at current levels through Dec. 11. The Senate had already approved the bill and it now heads to President Donald Trump for his signature, lawmakers said.
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Two out-of-state residents face federal charges for threatening witnesses related to Nolan Wells’ death investigation, with trials scheduled for fall in Mississippi.
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Civil rights veteran Hezekiah Watkins, the youngest Freedom Rider at age 13, marked his birthday Tuesday at the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum in Jackson, sharing stories from his activism and ongoing legacy.
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The Senatobia Police Department’s chief was dismissed following reports of racist and degrading language in text messages, amid ongoing scrutiny of the department’s handling of a fatal shooting.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College is accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month WIOA – Gateway Youth Coach to serve multiple counties, with applications due Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, the college said.
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Barrett Wilson, public information officer for the Mississippi Department of Transportation, appeared on The Extra Mile Podcast to discuss her prior legislative role, the return of college football and major MDOT projects.
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The National Weather Service in Memphis says an areawide Heat Advisory will take effect at 11 a.m. tomorrow and continue through 8 p.m. Sunday as heat intensifies.
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Booneville Police Department warned motorists to avoid South Smith Street and Cherry Street because of an active house fire and said the area is closed to traffic.
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Blue Mountain Christian University will hold Gratitude Day on Sept. 9 on the lawn at the center of campus from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the university said. Attendees can write thank-you cards, get free food and enter to win prizes.
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