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Aberdeen mayor-elect talks about vision for future
The mayor-elect of Aberdeen talked about his vision for the Monroe County town during a luncheon.
Noxubee County CPS raises awareness about child abuse
On average, every five seconds a child is abused somewhere in America. That's why April is set aside as Child Abuse Awareness Month.
Citizen lends boat to deputies to rescue man at Lake Lowndes
A fisherman is rescued this morning at Lake Lowndes after falling out of his boat. The incident happened just before 9.
Damian Peterson charged with murder of Columbus woman
Damian Peterson has now been charged with murder for the death of Ashanti Jade Turner. Peterson was identified as a person of interest in the homicide investigation of Turner.
Eupora issues boil water notice for people south of Roane Avenue
Some Eupora community members will need to boil their water before consuming it.
10 years later: Louisville reflects on impact of deadly tornado
We are days away from the 10-year anniversary of the deadly EF4 tornado that ravaged Winston County. Winds as high as 185 miles per hour shredded homes and changed lives there forever.
Woman says she pulled gun to stop potential robber
An alleged attempted robbery in Columbus could have possibly been foiled thanks to a careful and prepared citizen.
Suspected Dollar General armed robber arrested in Pickens County
A man wanted in Lowndes County for armed robbery was charged with the same crime in west Alabama.
Denim Day: Making a stand against sexual violence
April 24 marks a powerful statement in the fight against sexual violence. Denim Day is an international holiday.
Former Tupelo mayor urges lawmakers to fully expand Medicaid
Jack Reed Jr. spoke at the Capitol Rotunda Tuesday during a news conference. Reed Jr. said expanding Medicaid would have a positive impact on poor residents, and also would boost the state's economy.
Burglary arrest: Home security system alerts victim to call 911
An alert on a home security system leads to the arrest of a Lowndes County burglary suspect. 39-year-old Andrew Paul Johnston was charged with burglary and possession of a controlled substance.
Brooksville issues boil water notice
The town of Brooksville issued a boil water notice for people who live on Hopewell Road and parts of Highway 388.
ACE commits to preliminary study of Luxapalila flooding in Millport
Millport leaders said they were notified the Army Corps of Engineers has committed to doing a preliminary study on the Luxapalila Creek.
Columbus police identify person of interest in homicide case
Columbus police are looking for Damian Peterson in connection with the investigation into Jade Turner's death.