The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department has made several felony arrests in recent weeks. Read moreSheriff's department reports felony arrests

Student achievement is returning to and will soon surpass pre-pandemic levels. Read moreSchool district continues to close learning gap

Authorities are urging people to be wary of thieves targeting lawnmowers, ATVs and other outdoor equipment. Read moreSheriff warns of equipment thefts

The deadline to get registered for upcoming primary elections is drawing closer. Read moreVoter registration deadline nears

Prentiss County’s next fourth district election commissioner will get an early start on their service as supervisors have appointed the lone remaining candidate for the post to fill the remainder of the current term. Read moreSupervisors appoint interim election commissioner

The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department has made several felony arrests in recent weeks. Read moreSheriff's department reports felony arrests

Booneville aldermen approved several personnel moves Tuesday during their regular mid-month meeting. Read moreCity approves personnel moves

Booneville authorities are investigating a human fetus found in a sewer lift station. Read moreFetus found

A pair of Prentiss County schools will have new faces in the principal’s office when students return to school this fall. Read moreNew principals named for Wheeler and Marietta

Be a hero give the gift of life through organ and tissue donation. Read moreGive the gift of life through organ and tissue donation

Booneville Main Street Association is among several Main Street communities across the state designated as Accredited Main Street America programs for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and the Mississippi Main Street Association (MMSA) announce the list o… Read moreBooneville Main Street earns national accreditation

Northeast Mississippi Community College’s (NEMCC) Diesel Power Technology program plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of the residents of Booneville and Prentiss County during times of need and emergencies. Read moreNortheast students impact community

The USPS doesn’t let the rain, sleet, snow or storm keep them from delivering your mail and packages and now they need your help to collect food for the hungry during the annual Stamp Out Hunger event. Read moreUSPS needs your help to Stamp Out Hunger

A busy election year is expected to draw a huge crowd to this year’s Jacinto Fourth of July Celebration. Read moreFourth of July at Jacinto set to be bigger than ever

A federal lawsuit filed last month against Booneville Mayor Chris Lindley seeks up to $1.5 million in damages related to the alleged assault of a juvenile in an incident at Swift Park in April 2022. Read moreLawsuit filed against mayor

A brief meeting of the Booneville Board of Aldermen on Tuesday saw action on setting rates for sewer, water and gas connections and approval of a new Internet service provider for the city. Read moreAldermen set rates for utility connections

Prentiss County Election Commissioners are looking at options for transporting the county’s new voting machines. Read moreBoard considers options for transporting voting machines

Prentiss County Fourth District Election Commissioner Ronnie Cunningham was removed from office last week and declared ineligible to run for reelection following a hearing last Thursday before the board of supervisors regarding his residency. Read moreElection commissioner removed from office and ballot

An educator with a heart for serving others was celebrated Saturday as the 2023 Booneville Junior Auxiliary Citizen of the Year. Read moreEducation honored as Citizen of the Year

The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department has made several felony arrests in recent days. Read moreSheriff's department reports felony arrests

The Booneville School District will soon be reaching out to the community to help envision an even more successful future. Read moreSchool district considers long-term planning process

Booneville police have made several felony arrests in recent weeks. Read morePolice make felony arrests

The Prentiss County School District has been approved for three-quarters of a million dollars in state funding for improvements across the district. Read moreCounty schools to receive funds for projects

The streets of historic Downtown Booneville will come alive this weekend as the annual Hospitality Arts Festival brings music, arts, vendors and more to the City of Hospitality. Read moreHospitality Arts Festival set for Saturday

Booneville aldermen okayed annual mowing bids and took care of several other routine matters in a brief mid-month meeting Tuesday evening. Read moreAldermen approve bids

Prentiss County’s unemployment rate fell in February, matching a drop in the state’s overall rate. Read moreJobless rate falls in county

The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department has made several felony arrests in recent weeks. Read moreSheriff's department reports felony arrests

Bonnie Lou Foote Coke, 89, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, in Belmont. Read moreBonnie Lou Coke

An altercation between two Booneville men has left one dead and one charged with first-degree murder. Read moreSuspect charged with murder in weekend shooting

On Saturday, April 22nd join the Booneville Main Street Association and the City of Booneville for a fabulous day in historic downtown Booneville celebrating the arts and music with the annual Hospitality Arts Festival. Read moreHospitality Arts Festival brings art, music and fun to downtown

The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department has made several felony arrests in recent days. Read moreSheriff's department reports felony arrests

Work has begun on the removal of timber in the area behind Booneville High School and Booneville Middle School. Read moreSchool board okays removal of timber

The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department’s K-9 officer and trainer have proven themselves to be doggone good. Read moreOfficer Moore and K9 Denzel bring home award

An anonymous tip has led to the arrest of a Booneville man for drug possession with intent to distribute. Read moreTip leads to drug bust

Three Prentiss County residents have been charged in connection with property recovered from break-ins at storage units. Read moreThree charged with possessing stolen property

Booneville officials are continuing to seek grant funding for additional storm shelters in the city. Read moreCity continues to seek funds for storm shelters

Marietta Elementary School’s principal will not be returning for the next school year. Read moreMarietta principal won't return for 23-24 school year

Prentiss County Supervisors approved adding a road repair on old Highway 30 to the county’s list of planned projects and noted state funding approved for two districts during their regular meeting on Monday. Read moreSupervisors okay road project

One less candidate will seek the office of fifth district supervisor in this year’s county elections. Read moreCandidate withdraws from fifth district race

Booneville police have made several felony arrests in recent weeks. Read moreBooneville police make felony arrests

Booneville Lions Club is roaring into its 75th year with a continued vision for improving the vision and lives of those in the community they serve. Read moreBooneville Lions Club marking anniversary

Booneville aldermen have unanimously approved changes to the process of appointing members to the city planning commission and the Booneville Housing Authority board and agreed to seek legislative action to expand the Booneville School District Board of Trustees. Read moreAldermen approve changes to board appointment process

Voters in Prentiss County’s first district will have one less candidate to choose from for supervisor after a withdrawal last week by a candidate who had previously qualified. Read moreCandidate withdraws from first district race

Prentiss County will see a rise in the cost of insurance for county buildings and vehicles. Read moreCounty sees rise in insurance cost

A Baldwyn man has been charged with two counts of improperly touching a child. Read moreMan charged with child molestation

Easter weekend will be hopping at the Jacinto Courthouse. Read moreEaster fun set at Jacinto Courthouse