Next To Nature (Pink Ladies) – 06/19/2024
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Columbus CFO describes state of 2021 audit
“Not good” and “not acceptable” are how Columbus Chief Financial Officer Jim Brigham describes the state of internal controls reflected in the city’s audit for Fiscal Year 2021.
Blackout tag funds continue to help families of first responders
It has been two years since the Mississippi Legislature and the governor signed the law creating the blackout tag.
Juneteenth: Understanding the hard road to freedom
Juneteenth is a time of reflection and understanding of the struggles African Americans endured during a dark period of American history.
Tupelo mortgage company named top in state for USDA program
Gum Tree Mortgage recognized for its commitment to helping homebuyers achieve the American Dream
When Kenneth McNeal helped start Gum Tree Mortgage 21 years ago, there weren’t a lot of lenders making USDA loans, so McNeal and co-founder Jim Shirley went to work, focusing on those who thought they might not qualify for a home loan.
Tupelo residents celebrate Juneteenth with brunch
Residents in the city of Tupelo took the day to recognize and celebrate Juneteenth. People gathered for a brunch, in honor of the holiday.
Police make third arrest in fatal shooting of Noxubee Co. brothers
Police arrested a third person in connection with the deadly shooting of two Noxubee County brothers.
Town & Tower at MUW – 06/19/2024
Categories: Sunrise & Midday Guests
Winona Ward 3 Alderman runoff currently stands at tie
Right now, the race to be Winona’s next Ward 3 alderman is a tie. The special election runoff was held on Tuesday.
Columbus city leaders receive long-delayed 2021 audit report
Audits were the theme of the night at the meeting of the mayor and city council in Columbus. The council received a report on the long-delayed 2021 Audit report.
Tupelo prepares to crack down on panhandling, loitering
The Tupelo City Council will soon consider a public solicitation ordinance that was crafted after numerous complaints from business owners and private citizens who say it is time for the city to take action.
Local elementary school feeds families while school is out
Parents have a lot of things on their plates in the summer, balancing work and childcare while their children are out of school.
Abandoned and sinking: Vessel turns hazardous for boaters
The disabled watercraft has been left abandoned in the river since December 2023, and boaters say it poses a danger.
‘Downtown Beautification Kickoff’ begins in Columbus
A makeover project is officially underway in downtown Columbus. Columbus Main Street held a “Downtown Beautification Kickoff” at Leadership Plaza.
Sulligent issues boil water notice
Some of our viewers in west Alabama will need to take precautions before drinking their water.
Tupelo looks at ordinance limiting locations to park for-sale vehicles
An ordinance that is being looked at by the Tupelo City Council this evening would limit locations where cars, boats, and other vehicles could be displayed for sale.
Monroe Co. deputies search for suspected Hatley school vandals
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to find a couple of people who went back to school a little early.
Flags fly at half-staff after death of Aberdeen Fire Chief
Flags were lowered in Aberdeen today in memory of the town’s fire chief. Fred Hodges passed away Monday after battling cancer.
Late-night disturbance leads to felony arrest in Lafayette County
On June 14, shortly after midnight, the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to 390 County Road 202 for a disturbance.
Starkville man pleads guilty to distribution of meth
A man from Starkville will spend seven years in federal prison after pleading guilty to drug trafficking. 33-year-old Lashadus Harris pled guilty in federal court to distribution of methamphetamine.
In The Kitchen (Taste) – 06/17/2024
Categories: In the Kitchen
Kids learn valuable lessons at Jr. Fire Academy in Monroe County
The weeklong academy has classroom instruction and hands-on activities to teach cadets about safety, first-aid, and, of course, firefighting.
FORGE camp paves way for girls in construction industry
East Mississippi Community College Golden Triangle is hosting a first-of-its-kind camp. Middle school and High School girls are learning hands-on about construction.
Man shot by Alcorn County sheriff’s deputy dies at hospital
A man who was shot by an Alcorn County sheriff’s deputy earlier in June has died. Alcorn County Coroner Jay Jones said 39-year-old Jason Sekerak died Tuesday at Region One in Memphis.