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Tropical Storm Rafael is currently delivering significant rainfall across Jamaica as it approaches the Cayman Islands, where hurricane conditions are anticipated. Forecasters predict the storm will intensify into a hurricane later today before impacting western Cuba and moving into the Gulf of Mexico by Wednesday night. A tropical storm warning is in effect for the […]

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Throughout September, the Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office (PRCSO) has reported multiple arrests involving drivers suspected of impaired driving, many of whom face additional charges for traffic violations and possession of controlled substances. On Sept. 4, a PRCSO deputy avoided a head-on collision after observing a vehicle driving in his lane. The driver, William McCoy, […]

A bar fight on Oct. 19 at the Covington Beer Garden left one man with severe injuries, prompting an investigation by the Covington Police Department that led to the arrest of two individuals from Mississippi. The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department assisted in apprehending the suspects, identified as Nikki Fuega, 28, and Nicholas Gonzales III, […]

On Monday, the City of Picayune honored U.S. Army Sergeant Sidney L. Worthy as Veteran of the Year during a wreath-laying service and celebration. Community members gathered under clear skies, accompanied by the Picayune Memorial High School band and the Picayune NJROTC, to recognize Worthy and all local veterans for their service. Mayor Jim Luke […]

The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office (PRCSO) made multiple DUI arrests in October as deputies continued their enforcement efforts to prevent impaired driving. On Oct. 1, deputies stopped Michael Ziegler, 61, for speeding and swerving on George Ford Road. After observing signs of alcohol impairment and obtaining a breath alcohol content (BAC) reading of 0.13, […]

The Picayune Carver Culture Center will host the Community Health & Resource Fair on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at the Mary Helen Richardson Center at 780 South Beech Street. The event aims to promote wellness and provide essential health resources to the community. It will feature various health screenings, educational resources, and interactive activities focusing […]

The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a New Orleans woman in connection with the murder of Clint Williams, whose body was discovered in Carriere last month. Deputies responded to a residence on Oscar Smith Road on Oct. 30 after receiving reports of a body. Upon arrival, they found the remains of […]

Governor Tate Reeves has announced $1,438,650 in funding through the Site Development Grant—Select Sites Program for the Pearl River County Industrial Park. The funding, administered by the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), will support the construction of a water tower, relocation of power lines, and other infrastructure improvements at the site, which is located on Highway […]

The Mississippi State University Extension Service has officially opened its new office at 835 Highway 26 West in Poplarville, replacing the former building lost to a fire in April 2021. The facility, covering approximately 6,000 square feet, features an auditorium with a fully functional kitchen, a smaller classroom, and office spaces for extension services. Adjacent […]