Chief: School threats taken “very seriously”
Following threats to student safety at two Clinton schools last month, Clinton Police Chief Ford Hayman is making it clear that such behavior won’t be tolerated. “The Clinton Police Department takes any threat directed at a school or student very seriously,” Hayman says. Clinton police apprehended the...
New county building raises Cobblestone traffic concerns
MADISON — A new county office building at Cobblestone has residents up in arms about increased traffic. As county officials move forward with plans to build a new Tax Assessor’s office off of Highway 51, Cobblestone residents have expressed concerns about the increased traffic. District 3 Supervisor Gerald...
Dellia Evans named a finalist for MOA’s James Brownlee Optometrist of the Year
JANS – Dellia Evans, OD, of Odom’s Eye Care in Jackson, has been named a finalist for the James Brownlee Optometrist of the Year by the Mississippi Optometric Association (MOA). The association presents the award annually to recognize significant contributions to the profession of optometry and to the public.
Clinton Parks and Recreation Staff Honored with Multiple State Awards
The City of Clinton was well represented at the Mississippi Recreation and Park Association Annual Conference held last week in Biloxi, where our Parks and Recreation and Therapeutic Recreation teams received several statewide honors recognizing the impact of their programs and events. Clinton’s Therapeutic...
Jackson approves pay raise for new police chief
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Jackson City Council voted on Tuesday to increase the police chief’s salary. Councilmembers approved a salary worth more than $150,000. The approval comes as Dr. RaShall Brackney prepares to take over the Jackson Police Department (JPD) on April 1, 2026. Jackson Mayor John...
‘Unsung Pioneers’ honor women who gave gospel its voice
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The soundtrack of gospel music has its roots in Mississippi, the birthplace of the first African American woman to publish music of the genre. The silent pillars in the Black church were remembered for their music and praise at the Two Mississippi Museums. The song ‘He’ll...
Jackson police seek information in December homicide
JACKSON — The Jackson Police Department is asking for the public’s help in solving a homicide that happened late last year. According to police, the homicide happened Dec. 1, 2025, in the 200 block of Sollitt Street. The victim was identified as James Crowley Jr. Investigators are asking...
More than 48,000 customers without power across Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Over 48,000 customers across Mississippi are without power. Severe weather swept through most of Central Mississippi during the First Alert Weather Day on Wednesday. According to poweroutage.us, as of 7:15 a.m. on Thursday, 6,975 customers are without power in Hinds County. In Pike County,...
Waka Flocka Flame to headline DSU’s SpringFest
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Delta State University (DSU) announced rapper Waka Flocka Flame will headline at the 2026 SpringFest. Waka Flaka Flame’s is known for hit songs such as “Hard in da Paint,” “Get Low” and the platinum single “No Hands.” SpringFest will take place on March 19, 2026, kicking off DSU’s Go Green...
City Code Corner: Garbage can placement
Proper garbage can placement may seem like a small detail, but it plays an important role in keeping neighborhoods clean, safe and visually appealing. The City’s sanitation ordinance outlines a few simple guidelines that help collection run smoothly while maintaining community standards. Garbage and refuse containers...
