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Body found in Mississippi River in Tunica County

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1 year ago

August 22, 2023

www.wjtv.com – Autumn Scott – 2023-08-22 09:30:14

SUMMARY: A body was found in the Mississippi River on Monday afternoon, and the Tunica County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident. The body was discovered by a member of the U.S. Coast Guard, who called 911. Deputies and a search and rescue team responded to the scene and recovered the body. The victim, an unknown man, was pronounced dead and taken to the Mississippi Crime Lab for an autopsy. The sheriff’s office is working with other law enforcement agencies on the case and is asking for any information that could help in their investigation.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: September 20-22

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50 mins ago

September 20, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-09-20 08:58:44

SUMMARY: This weekend (September 20-22) in Mississippi, several exciting events are scheduled, including Jackson‘s Food Truck Friday, Belhaven Block Party with live music, and the Sapphire Gala at the Two Mississippi Museum. Vicksburg will host the Made in MS Movie Series, showcasing “Lies My Sisters Told Me,” while the 5th Annual Soul Food Fusion Festival will take place in Natchez. Other events include family activities in Jackson, a stained-glass class in Ridgeland, and the Belhaven’s Bright Lights celebration. Explore local farmers’ markets and various theatrical productions, such as “Noises Off” and “Much Ado About Nothing,” across the region.

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Closing arguments begin in Carly Gregg trial

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1 hour ago

September 20, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Morgan Gill – 2024-09-20 08:39:58

SUMMARY: Closing arguments began on September 20 in the trial of Carly Gregg, a Rankin County teen accused of killing her mother, Ashley Smylie, in March 2024. Prosecutors presented expert witnesses highlighting inconsistencies in her statements, particularly regarding hallucinations prior to the shooting. The defense rested its case earlier, and Gregg faces serious charges, including first-degree murder and attempted murder, with a possible life sentence if convicted. The court denied her motion to transfer the case to Youth Court due to her admission of marijuana use prior to the incident. Gregg, held on a $1 million bond, pled not guilty.

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Two killed in crash involving bus carrying Mississippi Gulf Coast CC band

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13 hours ago

September 19, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-09-19 21:07:58

SUMMARY: A tragic crash on Highway 98 in Pike County, Mississippi, resulted in the deaths of two individuals in a Ford Ranger truck, which collided with a bus carrying members of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Band of Gold. The incident occurred on September 19 as the band was heading to a football game against South Mississippi Community College. Fortunately, none of the students on the bus were injured. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is currently investigating the cause of the accident.

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