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Vasti Jackson performed on the Spirit Park stage at Southern Miss today. He was awesome!!! SMTTT!!!
09/11/2024

Vasti Jackson performed on the Spirit Park stage at Southern Miss today. He was awesome!!! SMTTT!!!

04/11/2024

Jones' publicist, Arnold Robinson, says he died Sunday night at his home in the Bel Air section of Los Angeles, surrounded by his family.

Daylight Savings Time ends tonight. Set your clocks back one hour tonight before going to bed so that you will be on ti...
02/11/2024

Daylight Savings Time ends tonight. Set your clocks back one hour tonight before going to bed so that you will be on time tomorrow.

21/10/2024

Security has been beefed up significantly at the South Mississippi Fair following Saturday night’s shooting. Metal detectors have be installed at the fairgrounds’ entrance with fair officials say extra security will be on patrol throughout the grounds for the remaining days of the fair – which runs through Saturday. Meanwhile, Akealeis McKensie and Jailen Shade – both 18 and both of Laurel – have their initial court appearance today. The pair were charged with aggravated assault. One teenage male was shot – identified as Darren Duff, a student at Northeast Jones High School. He reportedly is recovering from his wound.

The Jones County Sheriff’s Department has two suspects in custody after a shooting incident at the South Mississippi Fai...
20/10/2024

The Jones County Sheriff’s Department has two suspects in custody after a shooting incident at the South Mississippi Fair on Saturday night, October 19, 2024.

Akealeis McKensie, age 18, and Jailen Shade, age 18, are both charged with Aggravated Assault in the incident which left a male teenager wounded. The shooting victim is currently receiving treatment at an area hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.

Jones County Sheriff Joe Berlin notes, “Both suspects were apprehended by officers with PROtec Security within a few minutes of the shooting following a foot chase. Both suspects were then taken into custody by JCSD deputies and are currently incarcerated at the Jones County Adult Detention Facility pending their initial appearance in Jones County Justice Court.”

Sheriff Berlin concludes, “There was a vigorous and large law enforcement and emergency medical response to this incident. There will be many stories that come out of this incident regarding the heroism and kindness of emergency responders and civilians alike who stepped up to help fairgoers who were fleeing the scene of the shooting. We greatly appreciate the assistance of every agency and individual who responded to help last night.”

Scene photo - JCSD Investigator Troy Lewis (kneeling) places a numbered crime scene marker as JCSD Squad Sergeant Brandon Gregory walks to meet with JCSD Investigator Denny Graham (left) and PROtec Security officers.

The South Mississippi Fair will open today at 2pm. It’s Gospel music day on the Pine Belt Radio Stage on the midway. 2...
20/10/2024

The South Mississippi Fair will open today at 2pm. It’s Gospel music day on the Pine Belt Radio Stage on the midway.
2pm- The Rooks Family and Mason Creek Project
3:30- Restoration Tribe
6pm- Jones County Praise Band

Admission to the fairgrounds is $5 per person. Parking is free. A clear bag policy is in effect.

20/10/2024

The Jones County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting at the South Mississippi Fair Saturday night that left one fairgoer wounded and two suspects in custody.

A massive law enforcement and medical response was initiated along with PROtec Security officers working the fair responding immediately and apprehending the two suspects.

The South Mississippi Fair was closed for the evening as a result.

19/10/2024

Laurel Jones County Animal Rescue League is at Laurel Ford Lincoln Kia on Hwy 15 North today for an adoption event. They are at Laurel Ford Kia with the dogs and cats until 6pm today. If you adopt an animal today, Laurel Ford Kia will cover half the adoption fee. Stop by and see these adorable animals who need a forever home.

19/10/2024

Forrest County Special Event: Hardy St between US 49 and 38th Ave - Road closed Sat 11:00 AM. Hardy St. will be temporarily closed for the USM Homecoming Parade. Motorists will need to seek an alternate route during this time.

It’s Homecoming weekend at Southern Miss. Here is the game day schedule.
18/10/2024

It’s Homecoming weekend at Southern Miss. Here is the game day schedule.

The South Mississippi Fair gets underway tomorrow, October 18th thru 26th bringing Country Nights and Carnival Lights to...
17/10/2024

The South Mississippi Fair gets underway tomorrow, October 18th thru 26th bringing Country Nights and Carnival Lights to Laurel. Gates open at 5pm on Friday. Enjoy great music, the best food anywhere; the Magic of Lance Gifford, Emerson Farms Pig Races & Petting Zoo, Cirque Ciber, livestock shows, 4H, quilt, horticulture and art exhibits; and carnival rides. There will be free nightly entertainment on the Midway Stage. Admission to the fair is $5. Parking is free at the South Mississippi Fair. A clear bag policy is in effect. No re-entry will be allowed. Take Exit 93 of 1-59 in Laurel.

15/10/2024

Interstate 59 CLOSURE TODAY
⚠️ TRAFFIC NOTICE | TUESDAY, OCT. 15

Starting at 9 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, the north and southbound lanes of I-59, between Hwy 11 and Hwy 98 E, will close for approximately 15 minutes as workers replace fiber optic lines in the area.

All motorists traveling in this vicinity should expect delays. Drivers please use caution in the area.

🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄The Sertoma of Laurel Christmas Parade has been rescheduled to Saturday Morning, Dec.7th at 10am.
03/10/2024

🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄The Sertoma of Laurel Christmas Parade has been rescheduled to Saturday Morning, Dec.7th at 10am.

30/09/2024

The Macedonia Volunteer Fire Department will hold an Open House, in conjunction with the National Night Out Against Crime, hosted by the Forrest County Sheriff’s Office and the Forrest County Fire Service.

The event will take place on Tuesday, October 1, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Macedonia Volunteer Fire Department Station 1, located at 610 Macedonia Rd. This year, they are partnering with the Macedonia Baptist Church to enhance the experience and strengthen the partnership with local area churches.

Families are invited to meet the volunteer firefighters and sheriff's deputies who serve in the community daily! There will be free hot dogs and drinks, games for the kids, and fire safety and prevention resources.

27/09/2024

Beginning Saturday, Sept. 28, 9am-5pm Trinity Baptist Church -35 Trinity Rd., Laurel, MS will begin receiving Hurricane Helene relief supplies. No supplies will be received Sunday, Sept. 29 unless prior arrangements have been made for drop off.
They will then begin receiving items Monday, Sept. 30 thru Friday, Oct. 4, 9am-5pm. Contact numbers for information are: 601-425-4276 or 601-466-8237.

First Baptist Cedar Key, FL will handle all distribution to the affected area of Hurricane Helene.
Needed items: Non-perishable food items & snacks, baby food, baby wipes, baby diapers, adult diapers, feminine hygiene products, insect repellent, deodorant, body wash/soap, shampoo, toothbrushes/toothpaste, all forms of cleaning supplies/disinfectant, paper towels, and toilet paper/wipes. Please, No Clothes or Furniture. Monetary donations will be accepted with checks made out to Trinity Baptist Church and denote Disaster Relief in the notation area of the check. All funds received will be used to purchase items not supplied.
Trinity Baptist Church is located just off Highway 15 North of Laurel in the Shady Grove Community.

26/09/2024

Disaster Relief Effort:
Trinity Baptist Church -35 Trinity Rd., Laurel, MS will be the drop off point for disaster relief items going to First Baptist Church Cedar Key, FL. First Baptist Cedar Key will handle all distribution to the affected area of Hurricane Helene.
Needed items: Non-perishable food items & snacks, baby food, baby wipes, baby diapers, adult diapers, feminine hygiene products, insect repellent, deodorant, body wash/soap, shampoo, toothbrushes/toothpaste, all forms of cleaning supplies/disinfectant, paper towels, and toilet paper/wipes. Please, No Clothes or Furniture. Monetary donations will be accepted with checks made out to Trinity Baptist Church and denote Disaster Relief in the notation area of the check. All funds received will be used to purchase items not supplied.

Beginning Saturday, Sept. 28, 9am-5pm Trinity will begin receiving Hurricane Helene relief supplies. No supplies will be received Sunday, Sept. 29 unless prior arrangements have been made for drop off.
They will then begin receiving items Monday, Sept. 30 thru Friday, Oct. 4, 9am-5pm. Contact numbers for information are: 601-425-4276 or
601-466-8237.

19/09/2024

The Sertoma of Laurel Christmas Parade has been moved to the second Friday in December on the 13th at 7pm due to the Mississippi High School football playoff games being played on the first weekend in December. Those games will be played in Hattiesburg, December 5th, 6th and 7th.

WARRANT: Hattiesburg Police are asking for the public’s help in locating Christopher Chambliss, 37, of Hattiesburg, who ...
18/09/2024

WARRANT: Hattiesburg Police are asking for the public’s help in locating Christopher Chambliss, 37, of Hattiesburg, who has an active arrest warrant for domestic violence — aggravated assault [in connection to an incident that occurred in the 000 block of Cross Creek Parkway on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, at approximately 9 p.m.]

If anyone has any information on his whereabouts, please contact Hattiesburg Police or Crime Stoppers by dialing **Tips.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at www.P3Tips.com

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Due to heavy storms expected in the Pine Belt Friday evening, the start of the Southern Miss Conference USA baseball series opener with WKU, April 23, has been pushed up to 4 p.m. at Pete Taylor Park/Hill Denson Field. The Golden Eagles (23-12 overall, 10-5 in Conference USA) and the Hilltoppers (18-18, 5-5) will continue the four-game set with a 2 p.m., doubleheader Saturday, before completing the series Sunday at 1 p.m. The games can be heard on 97.7, 96.5 and 104.5HD2.

Due to heavy storms expected in the Pine Belt Friday evening, the start of the Southern Miss Conference USA baseball series opener with WKU, April 23, has been pushed up to 4 p.m. at Pete Taylor Park/Hill Denson Field. The Golden Eagles (23-12 overall, 10-5 in Conference USA) and the Hilltoppers (18-18, 5-5) will continue the four-game set with a 2 p.m., doubleheader Saturday, before completing the series Sunday at 1 p.m. The games can be heard on 97.7, 96.5 and 104.5HD2.

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