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Mississippi Considers Redefining Short-Term Rentals as Hotels for Tax Equity and Tourism Boost

Friday, February 28 by Lauren McKinzie

Mississippi legislators are considering measures that could redefine short-term rental properties, such as those on Airbnb and VRBO, as hotels, potentially subjecting them to increased taxation. House Bill 919 and Senate Bill 2805 propose that these rentals collect occupancy taxes similar to those already... Read More.

Pearl River Valley Tackles Hazardous Tree Removal Post-Drought and Beetle Infestation

Friday, February 28 by Lauren McKinzie

The Pearl River Valley Water Supply District is actively addressing the removal of hazardous dead trees in Rankin and Madison County, focusing its financial resources primarily on tree cutting due to the high costs involved. This situation is a result of the 2023 Mississippi... Read More.

Man Arrested for Walmart Theft Scheme Using Barcode Ring Trick

Thursday, February 6 by Lauren McKinzie

A man has been arrested in connection with a theft scheme involving the use of a ring embedded with a barcode for soup to steal expensive items from a Walmart in Caldwell, according to a statement by the Caldwell Police Department. Derrick Smith, 32, reportedly... Read More.

Tragic Air Collision Sparks Massive Recovery Effort in Icy Waters

Thursday, January 30 by Lauren McKinzie

On Tuesday evening around 9:30pm, a commercial airline collided with a helicopter causing both to explode. 73 people are reported to have boarded the commercial airline while 7 passengers were on board of the helicopter that collided. Both have fallen into the river, where... Read More.

Donate Blood in Central Mississippi: Save Lives and Earn Rewards

Thursday, January 23 by Lauren McKinzie

Have you or a loved one you know every been in an accident and need blood in order to live? Could you imagine if there wasn't enough blood to save a life? Well we are reaching that very scary reality in central Mississippi. The national... Read More.

Designer Handbag Theft Foiled at Franklin Mall, Suspects Arrested

Monday, January 20 by Lauren McKinzie

Two individuals have been arrested outside of the Franklin Mall near the huge department store for attempting to shoplift designer handbags to resell online. The police department received a phone call around 11:30am asking for help in apprehending Christy Evans, 34, and Nicole Jones,... Read More.

Landscaper-Turned-Influencer Raises $90,000 to Transform Elderly Woman’s Home

Wednesday, January 15 by Lauren McKinzie

A landscaper turned influencer on youtube who works to trim the lawns of neighbors in need and to help enhance the neighborhood curb appeal has raised more than $90,000 for an elderly woman. Central Mississippi based lawn care company has garnered hundreds of thousands of... Read More.

Remembering Zachary Knight Mississippi State Football Legend Passes Away at 52

Monday, January 13 by Lauren McKinzie

Mississippi State football has released a statement to announce the death of one of their former running backs Zachary Knight Wednesday evening; he was 52 years old. Knight, a graduate of Pearl High School, rushed for 2,345 yards and 38 touchdowns in 62 games as... Read More.

Car Crashes Into Brandon Steakhouse Prompting DUI Arrest and Repairs

Monday, January 13 by Lauren McKinzie

On Thursday morning around 4am, a local steakhouse restaurant on East Central Street was damaged due to someone driving their vehicle through the front doors. Randy Robert, the owner of the restaurant, was stunned when his Thursday started off with a phone call from the... Read More.

Empower Yourself with Essential First Aid Skills: Life-Saving Courses for Everyone

Wednesday, January 8 by Lauren McKinzie

Do you find yourself sitting at a nice restaurant enjoying dinner with friends or family then suddenly a fellow customer near your table starts having a medical emergency with no medical assistance to help? Well, we always hope that doesn't happen but in reality... Read More.