Remember Nathan’s Law in Mississippi and do not pass stopped school buses
Nathan’s death spurred both heartbreak and action, leading lawmakers to strengthen penalties and promote greater awareness around school transportation safety.
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Author: Jon Myers
DeSoto County officers among those escorting child shooting victim to Tunica County
The escort was also a symbolic stand against domestic violence.
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Robinsonville Shooting Leaves One Dead, Two Injured — Suspect Markello Braxton Armed and Dangerous
The Tunica County Sheriff’s Office urges anyone with information about Braxton’s whereabouts or the shooting to come forward.
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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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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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