Fireworks safety tips ahead of the New Year
The majority of those injuries were burns to the hands and fingers with firecrackers causing 800 injuries.
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Four deaths on state highways over Christmas holiday period
The fatal crashes occurred in Pike, Noxubee, Stone, and Lincoln Counties.
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Gators’ defensive coach victim of stabbing at distribution center
The incident took place Thursday morning at the Center, located at 5079 Bledsoe Cove in Memphis.
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Mega Millions reaches $1.22 billion
Friday night’s jackpot will be the fifth largest in Mega Millions history.
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The Christmas Story
Merry Christmas from DeSoto County News!
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Northwest football ends season at No. 4 in final NJCAA rankings
Northwest has also made six appearances in NJCAA affiliated bowl games or playoff games since 2015.
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Stop signs in place at dangerous intersection
Officials say the four-way stop is a temporary fix ahead of the future installation of traffic control lights at the intersection.
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Santa’s reindeer get Mississippi certification, Santa gets travel clearance
Dr. James Watson, State Veterinarian, signs a certificate of veterinary inspection to permit Santa Claus’ reindeer to enter.
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H5N1 Avian Influenza found in Mississippi poultry flock
Avian influenza does not present a food safety risk; poultry and eggs are safe to eat when handled and cooked properly.
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Wicker: Champions water and defense bills
Our state is familiar with the value – and danger – of water.
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