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Lee-Itawamba Library System sees usage boom and big economic impact for the area
A new report shows the Lee Itawamba Library System is doing much more than just lending books.
Webster County Sheriff's Office uses new drone to find juvenile
A grant from the 4 County Foundation paid for the DJI Matric T 30 drone, and it's proving to be a sound investment.
Justice Department watchdog launches probe into compliance with Epstein files law
According to CBS, the Justice Department's internal watchdog said Thursday that it will audit the department's compliance with the law that required the release of files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
Two ATV fatalities lead to joint investigation between Clay Co. and Chickasaw Co.
Two fatalities Saturday night leads to a joint investigation between the Clay County Sheriff's Office and the Chickasaw County Sheriff's Office.
U.S. special forces soldier who won $409K charged for betting on Maduro's removal before raid was reported
Sources from CBS say that a U.S. special forces soldier involved in the military operation that captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro was arrested on Thursday after allegedly betting on Maduro's removal from office before news of the raid was made public
Meta to cut 8,000 jobs as it charges into AI
According to CBS News, Meta plans to lay off roughly 8,000 employees, or 10% of its workforce, in a move to slash costs as the technology company pushes deeper into artificial intelligence.
Nearly 208,000 heated socks sold at Costco are recalled after customers report burns
CBS News reports that nearly 208,000 pairs of heated socks sold at Costco are being recalled after 13 reports of first- and second-degree burns, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Only one Trump "gold card" visa has been approved so far, Commerce's Lutnick says
Sources from CBS say that the Trump administration has approved one "gold card" visa since starting to accept applications for the new U.S. residency permit in December, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said on Thursday.
Starkville Sports Complex hosts 2026 Senior Games of Mississippi
The 2026 edition of the Senior Games of Mississippi took over the Starkville Sportsplex today.
A man already in jail faces child porn charges in Tupelo
Charges continue to pile up for a man already in jail on burglary charges.
Former federal prosecutors see legal flaws in DOJ's indictment of Southern Poverty Law Center
According CBS, the Justice Department's indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center may contain serious legal defects that could lead to a full or partial dismissal because it struggles to articulate the elements of the alleged crimes
Midday (Starkville Dachshund Derby) - 04/23/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Starkville Derby Director/Creator Alden Thornhill about the upcoming Starkville Derby.
Midday (YMCA Healthy Kids Day) - 04/23/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with YMCA Membership Director Cynthia Mutch and Marketing/Communications Director Essie Brock about the upcoming YMCA Healthy Kids Day.
Midday (Wienermobile Food Delivery: LIVE) - 04/23/26
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile stopped in Starkville! Charity Johnson joined the "hotdoggers" for the ride and went LIVE to talk about the experience.
Man being held without bond after a robbery in Tupelo
A Tupelo man is being held without bond after being arrested for a Monday night robbery.
Man indicted for more child sex crimes charges in Lee Co.
A man indicted for alleged child sex crimes in Itawamba County faces similar charges in Lee County.