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Riverport Teen Sets State Record as Youngest Law School Graduate and Inspires Sibling Rivalry

Wednesday, May 13 by Lauren McKinzie

An 18-year-old student from Riverport became the youngest law school graduate in state history Saturday, crossing the stage at Civic Arena with classmates from St. Mark’s University School of Law. Alex Papadakis finished in the top two percent of his class and plans to pursue... Read More.

Off Duty Police Officers Honored for Saving Teen from Bridge Near Highway 47

Thursday, February 5 by Lauren McKinzie

Two off-duty police officers were honored Tuesday evening for their heroic actions in preventing a 16-year-old girl from jumping off a bridge near Highway 47. Police Chief Samuel Lewis presented plaques to Officers Michael Turner and Rachel Hayes during the city council meeting. Officer Hayes... Read More.

Grandmother Speaks Out After Teen Assaulted at Football Game Urges Action Against Rising Youth Violence

Tuesday, December 23 by Lauren McKinzie

The grandmother of a 14-year-old boy who was violently assaulted during a high school football game is speaking out, determined to raise awareness about what she describes as a surge in youth violence. On November 21, Marsha Edwards dropped off her grandson, Jaylen, at a... Read More.

Teen Violence Escalates in Brookhaven Leaving One Dead and Several Injured

Monday, May 26 by Lauren McKinzie

A 16-year-old is dead and at least two others injured following a night of gunfire in Brookhaven, stemming from ongoing conflicts between local teen groups. According to Lincoln County Coroner Blake Wallace, the victim, identified as Kayden Mohon, was fatally shot. Authorities responded to a... Read More.

Mercy House Adult and Teen Challenge Expands with New Women’s Recovery Facility in Learned

Monday, April 21 by Lauren McKinzie

The Mercy House Adult and Teen Challenge is set to open a new addiction recovery home for women at the former Rebul Academy site in Learned, enhancing mental health resources in rural areas. Matt Milliman, Executive Director of Mercy House, emphasized the importance of providing... Read More.

Stay Alert: Teen Vandals Targeting Vehicles in Grocery Store Parking Lots

Friday, December 13 by Lauren McKinzie

Be aware when planning your next trip to the grocery store. Local authorities have gotten several reports of a group of teenagers attempting to break into vehicles looking for valuables laying around. Last group was seen Tuesday night around 7pm outside of Dean's fish... Read More.

Simpson County Teen Critically Injured by Drunk Driver

Tuesday, December 10 by Lauren McKinzie

Local Simpson county high school student and captain of the football team, Jackson Green, has been struck by a drunk driver on his way home from his victory win against the bulldogs Friday night around 11pm. Green, who is 17 years old, was driving... Read More.

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Stories tagged with: teen

Riverport Teen Sets State Record as Youngest Law School Graduate and Inspires Sibling Rivalry

Off Duty Police Officers Honored for Saving Teen from Bridge Near Highway 47

Grandmother Speaks Out After Teen Assaulted at Football Game Urges Action Against Rising Youth Violence

Teen Violence Escalates in Brookhaven Leaving One Dead and Several Injured

Mercy House Adult and Teen Challenge Expands with New Women’s Recovery Facility in Learned

Stay Alert: Teen Vandals Targeting Vehicles in Grocery Store Parking Lots

Simpson County Teen Critically Injured by Drunk Driver

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