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State reports 268 new cases of COVID-19 Tuesday

Today MSDH is reporting 268 new cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 28 new deaths (10 of which were from May 6 - May 27, identified from death certificate reports).

Myers earns Top Cop honor

Officer Sherry Myers, with the Yazoo City Police Department, was recently awarded the Top Cop honor, which highlights outstanding law enforcement officers across the country for actions above and b

Operation Encouragement

Yazoo Valley Electric delivered snacks and drinks for local hospital staff as part of Operation Encouragement.

Davis earns Grace Harris Memorial Scholarship

The Grace Harris Memorial Scholarship was established in 1997 to honor a longtime employee of Yazoo County Farm Bureau, named Grace Harris.

Policing is a passion for Jones

After two decades behind the badge, Yazoo City native Thaddeus Jones takes pride in mentoring to younger police officers within the force.

State reports 402 new cases of COVID-19

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On Fri, 05/22/2020 - 12:27 PM

On Friday the Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 402 new cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 16 new deaths (three of which were from May 5 - May 12, identified from death certificate reports). Mississippi's total of COVID-19 cases since March 11 now stands at 12,624 , with 596 deaths.

Starks was inspired to become an officer after her stepfather's murder

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 2806 Reads
On Thu, 05/21/2020 - 04:12 PM

Markisha Starks understands the importance of justice. She waited two years before she got justice after her stepfather was murdered.
Now she intends to help others receive justice, safety and protection as she joins the Yazoo City Police Department.

Family Dollar employee charged with embezzlement

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On Thu, 05/21/2020 - 12:03 PM

A joint investigation by the Yazoo Police Department and a local business led to the arrest of a dollar store employee stealing thousands of dollars.
Cierra Smith was charged with embezzlement after she allegedly stole about $3,000 worth of goods from Family Dollar, where she was employed.

A look at some of the bills remaining before the Legislature

By Steve Wilson, READ MORE > 607 Reads
On Thu, 05/21/2020 - 11:42 AM

With the Legislature taking a nearly two-month break before resuming earlier this month, new deadlines mean there are now only two weeks left for committees to consider general bills passed by the other house.

Harry Chapman Sr.

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On Thu, 05/21/2020 - 11:32 AM

Harry Chapman Sr. was born on June 12, 1936 in Yazoo County to Harry G.Chapman and Bennie Lewis Chapman.
Mr. Chapman was born into a family of nine brothers and sisters with him being the last to pass on April 25, 2020 at age 83.

Suspected murder accomplice remains on the run, sister charged with Vicksburg murder

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 8561 Reads
On Thu, 05/21/2020 - 11:01 AM

A Yazoo County woman was charged with a Vicksburg murder last weekend. And her brother, who is believed to have also been an accomplice in the murder, remains on the loose after a weekend of thievery and fleeing from deputies.

Webb’s Pharmacy brings history to life with renovations

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 1089 Reads
On Thu, 05/21/2020 - 10:51 AM

Although adjusting to the COVID pandemic has been challenging, one Yazoo City business is adjusting to a new business model while embracing a rich history in recent renovations.

Good Samaritan saves mother and daughter

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 2840 Reads
On Thu, 05/21/2020 - 10:47 AM

Thanks to help from a group of good Samaritans, a local dispatcher and her daughter were saved from a car crash that could have ended in a tragedy.

Warren County man accused of shooting sister arrested in Yazoo

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 627 Reads
On Thu, 05/21/2020 - 10:42 AM

A Warren County man wanted for allegedly shooting his sister was arrested by Yazoo deputies this weekend after a brief standoff along Highway 3.

Holmes offers summer class details

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On Wed, 05/20/2020 - 03:32 PM

Holmes Community College will offer both traditional face-to-face and online classes during the summer sessions but not at all locations have the same availability.

Sean Woodberry

Sean Woodberry, 27, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2020.

Sean was born on Friday, July 17, 1994 in Jackson to Sandra Hulitt and Lawrence Woodberry. Sean accepted Christ as his savior at an early age and joined Old King Solomon Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Benjamin Hall. Sean graduated from Yazoo City High School in 2010. Upon completion of High School, Sean moved to Fort Worth, Texas and acquired his CDL license.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Earl Hewitt; and his maternal grandmother, Edna Wright.

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