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Three suspects were taken into custody after a pursuit that began in Warren County, Mississippi and ended in Madison Parish, Louisiana, according to the Madison Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities said the sheriff’s office was notified of a pursuit on Interstate 20 involving a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The vehicle exited at Delta and entered the village.
The vehicle was later found abandoned near the levee. Three individuals fled on foot over the levee, authorities said.
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1 day 19 hours ago
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the U.S. Marshal Service that occurred Monday morning at a residence on Mill Street in Indianola.
According to Sunflower County Coroner Heather Burton, the deceased has been identified as Demetric Bryant, 25, of Indianola. Burton said that his body has been sent to the State Medical Examiner's Office for autopsy.
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1 day 21 hours ago
Alicia Robinson works behind the scenes at the Tallulah Police Department, serving as dispatcher, administrator and municipal court clerk for the city.
At the Tallulah Police Department, much of the daily work happens behind the scenes.
Alicia Robinson serves as dispatcher, administrator and clerk of court for the city’s municipal court system. A native of the area, she was born in Mississippi and raised in Tallulah.
“Well, I dispatch. I also am the administrator and I'm also the clerk with the court, municipal court system,” Robinson said.
Her responsibilities span emergency communications, court coordination and administrative oversight.
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3 days 19 hours ago
The participants in the Viking 10k and 5k begin their race in downtown Greenwood.
, Runners take off from the Front Street starting line of the Viking Half Marathon race Saturday while braving windy, 46-degree conditions.
, Aaron Ford of Saltillo was the winner of the Viking Half Marathon Saturday.
, Frank Holiman of Carrollton won the Viking 5k race.
, Aaron Ford, left, crosses the finish line of the Viking Half Marathon on Saturday, while shouting encouragement at Archer Russell, another participant competing in the 10K.
As Aaron Ford neared the finish line of the Viking Half Marathon Saturday morning, his focus was on encouraging other runners.
“Finish strong!” he yelled to Archer Russell, a participant in the 10K race who was just ahead.
Ford, a 43-year-old from Saltillo, finished first in the half marathon with a time of 1 hour, 27 minutes and 55 seconds. He is a physical therapist operating a clinic in Tupelo.
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5 days 17 hours ago
Rep. Debbie Villio, R-Kenner, introduced two pieces of legislation focused on tightening Louisiana’s bail laws for individuals convicted of certain crimes against children.
By Sheridan White - LSU Manship School News Service on
5 days 17 hours ago
Two scholarship opportunities are available for high school seniors in Madison Parish, with application deadlines set in March and April.
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5 days 18 hours ago
SHERIFF’S REPORTS
Brandon Broussard Return for Bonding
Stephen Miller Starkville, MS Returned for Bonding
Colten Mclain Oak Grove, LA DOB 1/18/95 Fugitive Warrant
Latoya Perkins Delta, LA DOB 9/18/91 Truancy Warrant # TRU 561
Braxton White Tallulah, DOB 7/17/03 Poss. Sch. II, CDS (Meth), Poss. Drug Paraphernalia, Poss. Firearm in Presence of CDS, No Tag Lights
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6 days 13 hours ago
Thomas Harris of Tallulah won comedian of the year at the Golden Triangle Music Awards held in Philadelphia, Mississippi.
The Golden Triangle Music Awards is an annual event that recognizes independent artists from Mississippi and the surrounding region. The program includes categories for performers and content creators, with a focus on gospel and related music.
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6 days 15 hours ago
Jackson Mayor John Horhn spoke to the Rotary Club of Jackson this past Tuesday.
First of all, it’s great to have a mayor who visits civic clubs like Rotary to engage with constituents, especially engaged ones such as club members.
Sadly, civic club involvement has declined over the last 30 years, just one more bad effect of the rise in social media and tribal inclusiveness.
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6 days 19 hours ago
The Madison Parish Port Commission voiced opposition to House Bill 116 during its meeting, raising concerns about its potential impact on local rail operations and port revenue.
House Bill 116 would create the Northeast Louisiana Multimodal District, a regional entity with authority to promote rail service and economic development across multiple parishes. The district would have the power to enter contracts, develop infrastructure, and exercise authority similar to industrial and economic development districts.
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1 week 2 days ago
At the Village of Richmond, daily operations move through the clerk’s office.
Gen Ellis has worked for the Village of Richmond since October 1996. Before joining the village, she worked with the state Office of Tourism, served as a substitute teacher and worked in a school system career resource center.
Her responsibilities vary from day to day.
“It’s a new day every day,” Ellis said.
On a regular basis, she handles payroll, correspondence and computer work. She also serves as the village’s tax collector.
“I collect the taxes once a year,” she said.
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1 week 3 days ago
David Beckham and K9 Zuma
In the Village of Delta, David Beckham wears more than one hat.
As town marshal, he oversees law enforcement for the community. As head of the Delta Volunteer Fire Department, he also leads emergency fire response efforts. For nearly two decades, Beckham has served in both roles, working to keep the town and the stretch of Interstate 20 that runs through it safe.
“June will be 17 years,” Beckham said of his time as marshal.
Over the course of those years, he has seen steady changes in law enforcement, particularly in technology.
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1 week 3 days ago
A bill by Sen. Patrick McMath that would expand Louisiana’s high-dosage tutoring program to more students unanimously cleared the Education Committee of the Louisiana Senate this week, marking another step in the state’s push to build on recent academic gains.
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1 week 3 days ago
At the Madison Parish Council on Aging, Karl J. Thomas works in maintenance and custodial services, but his role extends beyond a single job title.
“My job here at the Madison Council on Aging, mainly custodian, but I do anything and everything,” Thomas said. “I do maintenance mainly, but I help out any way possible I can.”
Thomas said he assists coworkers and supervisors with whatever tasks are needed to keep the facility operating.
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1 week 4 days ago
Children enrolled in Delta Head Start programs in Tallulah and Lake Providence attended a live performance of “Big Buddy Roger” on Tuesday, March 10, at the Tallulah Elementary School auditorium.
Students, parents and staff gathered for the program, which focused on early childhood learning through music and participation. The performance included songs, movement and audience interaction designed for young children.
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1 week 5 days ago
Law enforcement and staff from across Madison Parish received dometic violence training last week from The Wellspring at the Richmond Community Center.
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1 week 5 days ago
Fathers and advocates gather with Sen. Royce Duplessis and Marcus Thomas, Gov. Jeff Landry's director of Early Childhood Systems, at the Inaugural Dads’ Day at the Capitol May 12, 2025.
The Louisiana Fatherhood Task Force on Wednesday proposed bipartisan recommendations to address challenges to fatherhood, including modifying the state’s child custody laws and instituting paid family medical leave for educators.
Bills have been filed in both the Senate and the House to modify child custody laws to emphasize the importance of shared legal and physical custody and establish paid family medical leave for teachers.
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1 week 5 days ago
A Tallulah man has been charged with aggravated arson following a fire at an apartment on South Elm Street, according to the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal.
The Tallulah Fire Department responded at about 7:22 p.m. on March 11 to an apartment fire in the 300 block of South Elm Street in Tallulah. Following the incident, the fire department requested the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal to investigate the fire.
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1 week 5 days ago
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has outlined a package of bills for the 2026 Regular Legislative Session focused on criminal law, public safety and government programs.
Murrill said the proposals build on legislation from the 2025 session that addressed post-conviction relief, electronic monitoring and other areas.
“We have made tremendous progress in my first two years as Attorney General combating crime across our state and strengthening Louisiana’s sovereignty, but much work remains,” Murrill said in a statement.
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1 week 5 days ago
Lisa McIntyre, accounts payable manager, and Kim Martin, corporate controller, work behind the scenes at Madison Parish Hospital to support daily operations and financial oversight.
In Madison Parish, access to healthcare does not require a drive to another city. At the Madison Parish Hospital, medical services, emergency care and outpatient support are available within the parish.
As a community hospital, Madison Parish Hospital serves residents of Tallulah and surrounding areas, providing emergency services, inpatient care and a range of outpatient and diagnostic services designed to meet local needs.
Behind the scenes, a team of administrative and financial professionals works to ensure the hospital operates each day without interruption.
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