The Daily Leader

08/08/2025

Brookhaven man arrested in connection with body found in Lawrence County, possible accomplice sought
https://dailyleader.com/2025/08/07/brookhaven-man-arrested-in-connection-with-body-found-in-lawrence-county-possible-accomplice-sought/

08/08/2025

Escaped fugitive apprehended in Lake Dixie Springs area

Authorities have successfully apprehended an escaped fugitive who was on the run in the Lake Dixie Springs region. Pike County Sheriff’s Office served a Lincoln County warrant Thursday on Kriston Ramsey, 20, for failure to appear in Drug Court. When a Pike deputy met a Lincoln deputy at the county...

08/07/2025

https://magnoliastatelive.com/2025/08/07/mississippi-police-officer-killed-during-murder-suicide-officials-report/

The off-duty Mississippi police officer killed in a shooting on Wednesday was a victim of a murder-suicide, officials report.

08/07/2025

https://magnoliastatelive.com/2025/08/07/five-mississippi-hotels-ranked-among-nations-best-for-sleep-quality/

While world-class service and luxury amenities often define a top hotel, a new study suggests the most important factor is a good night's sleep. According to an analysis by SleepJunkie, five Mississippi hotels rank among the top 200 in the nation for providing a restful experience.

08/07/2025

Ramp closure hits weekend on I-55N in Pike County
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The Interstate 55 North exit 18 ramp at Veterans Boulevard/Hwy. 570 will be closed this coming weekend for construction on the interstate. The Mississippi Department of Transportation will close the exit at 6 p.m. Friday and remain closed until 6 a.m. Monday for the interstate resurfacing project. M...

08/06/2025

No serious injuries in overturned school bus wreck
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No one was seriously injured in a Wednesday afternoon school bus wreck in Lincoln County. A Brookhaven School District bus was traveling south on Nola Road when it apparently lost traction and exited the roadway in a curve north of Smith Lake Road, according to a witness. The bus struck a barbed-wir...

08/06/2025

https://magnoliastatelive.com/2025/08/06/mississippi-couple-arrested-after-three-juveniles-test-positive-for-methamphetamine/

A Mississippi couple has been charged with child endangerment after three juveniles tested positive for methamphetamine.

08/06/2025

Wisinger takes Senior Club Golf Championship

BROOKHAVEN — Jim Wisinger of Bogue Chitto shot two rounds of even par golf to snap his club championship drought in the Clubs at Ole Brook Senior Championship. He held off defending senior champion Darrin Hirsch and Mike Wooten who both tied for second at 4-over-par. Wisinger said his last club ch...

08/06/2025

Slain McComb officer 'big teddy bear,' one of 2 men killed in Tuesday shooting
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A police officer and another man are dead and a woman wounded as the result of a McComb shooting Tuesday. According to McComb Police Chief Earnest Perry, Sgt. Jason Blake was responding to the “aid of someone who called him off-duty” when he was shot and killed. A 16-year veteran of law enforcem...

08/06/2025

Safety and belonging: Getting to Know Your Neighbor, Stephanie Bullock
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As a little girl, Stephanie Temple Bullock dueted on “He’s Still Working on Me,” with her granddaddy and The Callender Family gospel group. Back then she’d sing, “In the mirror of His word, reflections that I see. Makes me wonder why He never gave up on me.” Bullock, 47, is no longer won...

08/06/2025

Walthall woman pleads guilty to Medicaid fraud
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A Walthall County woman has been sentenced after pleading guilty to one count of Medicaid fraud. Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced Wednesday that Pearly Youngblood, of Taylorsville, had been investigated and prosecuted by the AG’s Office. “Medicaid is an important part of our social safety n...

08/06/2025

https://magnoliastatelive.com/2025/08/06/mississippi-woman-arrested-after-bomb-making-materials-explosive-device-found-at-residence/

A suspicious package discovered in Lafayette County has led to the arrest of a Batesville woman and potential federal charges following a multi-agency investigation involving local, state and federal authorities.