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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

Suspect charged with Phillip Dunn's murder

By The Yazoo Herald, READ MORE > 28 Reads
On Mon, 02/17/2020 - 15:36

Tommy Lee White has been charged with the murder of Phillip Dunn.

Investigators have not yet located Dunn’s body, but they believe that White murdered Dunn.

Few details are being released about the specifics of the case at this time because it is an active investigation, and another suspect may be charged.

Foul play now suspected in case of missing Yazoo County man

By The Yazoo Herald, READ MORE > 6 Reads
On Mon, 02/17/2020 - 14:52

Foul play is now suspected in the case of a missing Yazoo County man.

The Yazoo County Sheriff’s Department has a suspect in custody, and a second suspect is being sought, in connection with the disappearance of Phillip Dunn.

Roma Young Morrow

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On Mon, 02/17/2020 - 14:33

Roma Young Morrow, born in Putnam, Texas on November 30, 1916, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2020 in Ridgeland.

A graveside service will be held at Forest Hill Funeral Home Cemetery South, 2545 E Holmes Rd, Memphis TN 38118 on Thursday February 20, 2020 at 2 p.m.

Wendy’s unveils new restaurant, starts serving breakfast Tuesday

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On Mon, 02/17/2020 - 11:25

Yazoo City's newly remodeled Wendy's reopened Monday morning with a crowd that included Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann. Wendy's will begin serving breakfast Tuesday morning.

The Truth About Newspapers

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On Mon, 02/17/2020 - 03:38

Yazoo City Wendy's to reopen Monday

By The Yazoo Herald, READ MORE > Reads
On Fri, 02/14/2020 - 17:47

One of Yazoo City’s favorite hamburger destinations is set to reopen its doors.

Community continues to recover from severe weather, flash flooding

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 2 Reads
On Fri, 02/14/2020 - 17:43

Recovery efforts and damage assessments continue following severe weather, heavy rainfall and flash flooding throughout the Yazoo community.

Grand jury determines evidence didn't support rape and kidnapping charges

By Jason Patterson, READ MORE > 1 Reads
On Fri, 02/14/2020 - 17:32

A Yazoo City man says he hopes his life can return to normal after a grand jury determined that the evidence did not support charges of kidnapping and rape that he was facing.

Dale Meek said he was relieved when a Yazoo County grand jury ruled that there was no cause to indict him on charges from October 2019.

Family looking for man who has been missing since February 4

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 2 Reads
On Fri, 02/14/2020 - 17:12

Investigators continue to look for a missing man after his abandoned vehicle was found along a Yazoo County Highway.

Efforts to secure Yazoo backwater pumps continue

By Jamie Patterson, READ MORE > 10 Reads
On Fri, 02/14/2020 - 16:44

As the heavy rainfall and flash flooding continue to hit Yazoo, the backwater area residents are bracing for what they know is coming...more water.

"It's coming," said Jack Willingham, said county emergency management director. "It's just not going to be as instantaneous as what we saw Monday with the flash flooding."

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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