3 months 1 week ago
The confirmation of Kruger and Leary on Thursday came as part of a large tranche of nominees that had been held up in the confirmation process for weeks.
The U.S. Senate has now confirmed James “Baxter” Kruger of Jackson and Scott Leary of Water Valley to serve as the United States Attorneys for Mississippi’s southern and northern districts, respectively.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 1 week ago
The confirmation of Kruger and Leary on Thursday came as part of a large tranche of nominees that had been held up in the confirmation process for weeks.
The U.S. Senate has now confirmed James “Baxter” Kruger of Jackson and Scott Leary of Water Valley to serve as the United States Attorneys for Mississippi’s southern and northern districts, respectively.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 1 week ago
Greenwood police secure the scene at Crestview Apartments after three officers were injured in a shooting there.
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating a Monday night shooting in Greenwood in which three police officers were injured, according to a statement released Tuesday from the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.
MBI is assessing the incident and gathering evidence and will then share that information with the state Attorney General’s Office, according to the statement.
By GERARD EDIC - The Greenwood Commonwealth on
3 months 1 week ago
Greenwood police secure the scene at Crestview Apartments after three officers were injured in a shooting there.
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating a Monday night shooting in Greenwood in which three police officers were injured, according to a statement released Tuesday from the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.
MBI is assessing the incident and gathering evidence and will then share that information with the state Attorney General’s Office, according to the statement.
By GERARD EDIC - The Greenwood Commonwealth on
3 months 1 week ago
Greenwood police secure the scene at Crestview Apartments after three officers were injured in a shooting there.
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating a Monday night shooting in Greenwood in which three police officers were injured, according to a statement released Tuesday from the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.
MBI is assessing the incident and gathering evidence and will then share that information with the state Attorney General’s Office, according to the statement.
By GERARD EDIC - The Greenwood Commonwealth on
3 months 1 week ago
From PERS to education freedom to healthcare, see what’s on the agenda for Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann and Speaker Jason White when lawmakers gavel in January 6th.
Lawmakers are set to return to the Capitol January 6th to convene the 2026 session of the Mississippi Legislature.
Both Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann (R) and Speaker Jason White (R) have been working with members in the state Senate and House of Representatives, respectively, to craft legislation that aligns with their agendas.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 1 week ago
From PERS to education freedom to healthcare, see what’s on the agenda for Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann and Speaker Jason White when lawmakers gavel in January 6th.
Lawmakers are set to return to the Capitol January 6th to convene the 2026 session of the Mississippi Legislature.
Both Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann (R) and Speaker Jason White (R) have been working with members in the state Senate and House of Representatives, respectively, to craft legislation that aligns with their agendas.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 1 week ago
The U.S. Department of Justice has said their effort is to ensure states are properly maintaining voter rolls and complying with federal voting laws.
Mississippi is among three states that have voluntarily agreed to provide their full voter registration lists to the U.S. Department of Justice. The others are Louisiana and Tennessee.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 1 week ago
The U.S. Department of Justice has said their effort is to ensure states are properly maintaining voter rolls and complying with federal voting laws.
Mississippi is among three states that have voluntarily agreed to provide their full voter registration lists to the U.S. Department of Justice. The others are Louisiana and Tennessee.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 1 week ago
Results from the Mississippi Department of Education’s Teacher Recruitment and Retention Survey show teacher pay at the top on the list of factors leading to teacher turnover.
Teacher shortages in Mississippi’s K-12 education system have increased over the previous year, the Mississippi Department of Education reported on Thursday. Officials have cited low teacher pay as contributing to the continued turnover rates in the state’s education profession.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 1 week ago
Results from the Mississippi Department of Education’s Teacher Recruitment and Retention Survey show teacher pay at the top on the list of factors leading to teacher turnover.
Teacher shortages in Mississippi’s K-12 education system have increased over the previous year, the Mississippi Department of Education reported on Thursday. Officials have cited low teacher pay as contributing to the continued turnover rates in the state’s education profession.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 1 week ago
The 21-member Mississippi Save Our Service Member Task Force, created by the Mississippi Legislature, focuses on addressing PTSD and suicide prevention among the state’s first responders and military service members.
The Mississippi Save Our Service Members Task Force Committee is studying two drafts of legislation aimed at helping military and National Guard members to better deal with mental health issues.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 1 week ago
State Auditor Shad White announced Monday that Special Agents from his office have arrested Richard Creel, former Jones County Beat 4 Road Foreman, and Tommie Landrum, contractor, for allegedly embezzling property belonging to the Jones County Board of Supervisors.
By Special to the Tate Record on
3 months 1 week ago
State Auditor Shad White announced Monday that Special Agents from his office have arrested Richard Creel, former Jones County Beat 4 Road Foreman, and Tommie Landrum, contractor, for allegedly embezzling property belonging to the Jones County Board of Supervisors.
By Special to the Tate Record on
3 months 1 week ago
Arrest report
This is a list taken from the log at the Tate County Jail. A name listed does not indicate that a person is guilty of the crime with which they are charged, only that the person was taken and processed at the facility.
Tate Record publishes all arrests listed on the docket without exception.
Dec. 3
Mark Fink, DOB 12/19/58, of Coldwater, was charged with simple assault and felon in possession of a weapon by TCSO.
By The Tate Record on
3 months 1 week ago
Arrest report
This is a list taken from the log at the Tate County Jail. A name listed does not indicate that a person is guilty of the crime with which they are charged, only that the person was taken and processed at the facility.
Tate Record publishes all arrests listed on the docket without exception.
Dec. 3
Mark Fink, DOB 12/19/58, of Coldwater, was charged with simple assault and felon in possession of a weapon by TCSO.
By The Tate Record on
3 months 1 week ago
As a record-breaking 122 million Americans prepare to hit the roads this season, the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) is launching its 2025 Christmas Holiday Travel Enforcement Period.
By The Tate Record on
3 months 1 week ago
As a record-breaking 122 million Americans prepare to hit the roads this season, the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) is launching its 2025 Christmas Holiday Travel Enforcement Period.
By The Tate Record on
3 months 1 week ago
Seated L to R: Lyndsey Moss, Samiyah Sanchez, Aubrie Mitchell, Amadi Williams, Daniyah Morrise, Kaylee Davis, ShaAngela Fletcher, Shacorria Reynolds, Lazaria Thurmond, Chara Atkins, Breann Hanford, Azaria Sanders, Adrianna Jackson, Paris James, Laniya Buie, Justice Larry, Kezarria Carter, MiKayla Bridgewater and Kennedy Wilmore. Standing L to R: Azariah Sanders, Zelmarcus Singleton, Kasean Douglas, Trderrius Alexander, Caleb Davis, Jareon Hines, Arsenio Wiley, Joey Tillman, Keidyn Williams, Kendrick Larry, Dawson Brown and Andrey Cooper
Madison High School held its inaugural Chef Coat Ceremony on Dec. 18, 2025, at the school in Tallulah, marking a milestone for students enrolled in the Culinary Arts program.
During the ceremony, students received chef coats recognizing their progress in the program and their readiness for advanced culinary coursework. The event is part of Madison High School’s ProStart class, which prepares students for careers in the culinary field.
By Timothy Holdiness - Publisher/Editor on
3 months 1 week ago
Seated L to R: Lyndsey Moss, Samiyah Sanchez, Aubrie Mitchell, Amadi Williams, Daniyah Morrise, Kaylee Davis, ShaAngela Fletcher, Shacorria Reynolds, Lazaria Thurmond, Chara Atkins, Breann Hanford, Azaria Sanders, Adrianna Jackson, Paris James, Laniya Buie, Justice Larry, Kezarria Carter, MiKayla Bridgewater and Kennedy Wilmore. Standing L to R: Azariah Sanders, Zelmarcus Singleton, Kasean Douglas, Trderrius Alexander, Caleb Davis, Jareon Hines, Arsenio Wiley, Joey Tillman, Keidyn Williams, Kendrick Larry, Dawson Brown and Andrey Cooper
Madison High School held its inaugural Chef Coat Ceremony on Dec. 18, 2025, at the school in Tallulah, marking a milestone for students enrolled in the Culinary Arts program.
During the ceremony, students received chef coats recognizing their progress in the program and their readiness for advanced culinary coursework. The event is part of Madison High School’s ProStart class, which prepares students for careers in the culinary field.
By Timothy Holdiness - Publisher/Editor on
