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The mission behind the Yazoo-based Gracewater ministry continues to grow with now over 200 people accepting Christ, 30 of those from the team’s most recent trip to Africa.

Police identify suspect in armed robbery and shooting

The Yazoo City Police Department has identified a suspect in an armed robbery where an employee at Popeye’s was shot on Tuesday.

Yazooans answer the call for homemade medical masks

With the COVID-19 crisis rampant across Mississippi, it was only a matter of time before healthcare professionals experienced a shortage of medical supplies such as masks, gowns,

Severe weather possible Tuesday

Severe thunderstorms will be possible Tuesday afternoon and evening across th

New telehealth app, drive-through specimen collection to speed COVID-19 testing

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is leading an effort to address the state’s community COVID-19 outbreak by offering triage for symptoms via a new smartphone telehealth app and collecti

Satartia gas leak likely caused by heavy rainfall

By The Yazoo Herald, READ MORE > 9 Reads
On Sun, 02/23/2020 - 09:32

The gas leak in Satartia that has caused over 40 people to be treated at hospitals and many homes to be evacuated appears to have been caused by recent heavy rainfall.

Gas leak forces evacuation in Satartia

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On Sat, 02/22/2020 - 22:05

Some residents in the Satartia area are being evacuated due to a major gas leak.

Few details are available at this time with emergency responders currently working the scene.

Drivers are asked to avoid the area until the leak is under control.

James Edward Woods Sr.

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On Fri, 02/21/2020 - 15:19

James Edward Woods Sr. (Ed, Daddy, and Pappy), 89, passed on to his heavenly father at 11:30 PM on Thursday February 20, 2020 at St. Dominic Jackson Memorial Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi.

Mr. and Mrs. John David McPhail united in marriage

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On Fri, 02/21/2020 - 09:50

Rachel Rene Baber and John David McPhail were united in marriage on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 3 p.m. in the chapel at Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas. Pastor John Johnson of Tyler Presbyterian Church officiated the double ring ceremony.

Investigators still searching for body

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 14 Reads
On Fri, 02/21/2020 - 09:38

Authorities continue to search for the body of Phillip Dunn, who was murdered earlier this month.

Investigators have searched several areas over the last few days, hoping for leads that could assist with the case.

Murder suspect has a history of trouble

By Jason Patterson, READ MORE > 56 Reads
On Fri, 02/21/2020 - 09:37

The suspect in the murder of Phillip Dunn and Marcus Journigan has been charged in connection with a murder before.

AMCO roof repairs delayed again

By Jason Patterson, READ MORE > 4 Reads
On Thu, 02/20/2020 - 19:41

Yazoo County landed a $150,000 grant in 2018 for repairs to the storm-damaged roof at the AMCO manufacturing building in the industrial park.

Those repairs still haven’t been made, and the county hasn’t been able to apply for additional Small Municipalities and Limited Population Counties grants because this grant is still pending.

Flash flood recovery efforts continue

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 2 Reads
On Thu, 02/20/2020 - 19:39

Yazoo County continues to battle the rainfall as the community recovers from the recent downpours that caused heavy road and residential damage.

As of press time, showers still saturated the area while work crews continue to repair damaged roads from the heavy rainfall and severe flash flooding that occurred several days ago.

MS Gravel Cup hits Yazoo with The Burner in Bentonia

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 2 Reads
On Thu, 02/20/2020 - 17:16

The rural roads of Yazoo County will be filled with bicyclists this weekend as the MS Gravel Cup race series grinds through the community.

Section of MS Highway 16 closed for repairs

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On Thu, 02/20/2020 - 10:47

The Missississippi Department of Transportation has closed HWY 16 East in Yazoo County from 1.3 miles east of us 49 to 1.6 miles west of Old Benton Road for an undetermined amount of time for road repairs due to damage caused by recent heavy rains in the area. Those traveling this route will have to take alternate routes to your locations.

Police identify suspect in armed robbery and shooting

The Yazoo City Police Department has identified a suspect in an armed robbery where an employee at Popeye’s was shot on Tuesday.

Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Jordan Cole.

Yazoo Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to Cole’s arrest. Information can be reported anonymously at 746-TIPS.

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