Thrasher Senior Gracie Ostrander prepares for commencement exercises last Thursday evening. See more photos of local graduations inside. Read moreCelebrating Seniors
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
U.S. Army PFC Bruce Crowe’s boots melted in Hiroshima, Japan as a result of the radiation when the United States dropped an Atomic bomb. Read moreGroups honor 101-year-old WWII veteran
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
An anonymous call to the Booneville Police Department’s tip line has led to a felony arrest and the seizure of more than four pounds of marijuana and marijuana edibles. Read moreTip leads to drug arrest
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
A large crowd of Marietta parents and students gathered at Monday’s Prentiss County School Board meeting to support their principal. Read moreMarietta parents concerned about non-renewal of principal's contract
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