Third train derailment in Mississippi in just two days
First responders from the county EMA, Sheriff’s Department, Sardis Fire Department, and railroad representatives are on-site assessing the situation.
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Author: Jon Myers
The Hand That Trembled: The Power of Steady Hearts That Shaped Our Country
Stephen Hopkins of Rhode Island was 69 years old when he walked into the Continental Congress on July 4th, 1776.
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Robbery linked to prostitution at Oxford hotel leads to arrests
An early morning robbery led to five arrests after Oxford police responded to a 911 call.
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DeSoto County to Host Dedication Ceremony for Veterans Memorial on July 4th
The dedication of the DeSoto County Veterans Memorial offers a moment to remember and honor America’s heroes.
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A 99-year-old WW2 veteran is getting a new home after he lost his in a Mississippi tornado earlier this year
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. — Drew “Preacher” Smith, a 99-year-old U.S. Army veteran and World War II hero who served under
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Train derails in Tunica County
CN Railway and the Transportation Safety Board are currently investigating the cause of the incident.
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Major drug bust leads to seizure of drugs, multiple arrests in Brookhaven
Eight Arrested, Large Drug Seizure in Brookhaven Following Multi-Agency Operation BROOKHAVEN, Miss. – A major drug bust in Brookhaven on
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Horn Lake suspect in wrecker repo shooting surrenders
The suspect turned himself into the police department on his outstanding warrant on Thursday.
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Gag order placed on District Attorney in Zimmerman case
Escaped murderer remains at large over a month after his escape in Hernando
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Pair of Memphis women arrested on human trafficking charges in Tupelo
Terraneika Poplar, aged 19, and Destiney Plummer, aged 20, both residents of Memphis have been charged with Human Trafficking.
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