Caleb McCluskey

TUPELO – City officials are optimistic about the potential expansion of housing in the west side of town, with plans for eight new lots approved in the Spring Lake Neighborhood.

Jason Bridges is the city garage manager at Tupelo Public Works. Adam Robison | DAILY JOURNAL

Former Tupelo mayoral candidate Robert Chambers has been found guilty of simple assault for his part in a 2025 incident in which he kicked a 13-year-old in the groin.

TUPELO – With midterms on the horizon and eyes on swing states to see where the levers of power will land, local officials stress the need to keep

TUPELO – The county's assessed value has increased by more than $33 million, according to information provided by the Lee County tax assessor.

TUPELO – After years of back-and-forth, the Deer Run Estates in the Palmetto community is on track for development with the county's blessing, though there are still issues to address, namely needed roadwork.

TUPELO – A local hotel developer hopes to build a sprawling new luxury apartment and condo complex in Tupelo, but the development faces some significant challenges before work can begin.

TUPELO – Some Tupelo residents are expressing disapproval of a decision by city officials to allow off-duty police officers to wear their uniforms and gear while working security jobs at a local Walmart.

TUPELO – City of Tupelo officials have approved spending more than a half-million dollars to build curbs and gutters along a stretch of one of the city’s major thoroughfares.

For many, quilting is about something more than just needles and thread. It is an artform rooted in history and storytelling, a chance for members of a community to connect to their history and culture throughout the ages.