SUMMARY: Old Waverly Golf Club in West Point, Mississippi, is transitioning to new ownership as The Golf Clubs of Mississippi has acquired it along with the Mossy Oak Course. Established in 1986, Old Waverly has hosted prestigious events, including the 1999 U.S. Women’s Open Championship. The Mossy Oak Course was introduced in 2016. The acquisition marks a new chapter for Old Waverly, which was founded by George Bryan. The new owners are part of a consortium of golf investors aiming to enhance the club’s offerings.

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SUMMARY: Hate symbols, including a swastika, were spray-painted in a Tupelo park on October 1. The vandalism was captured on surveillance footage and also included graffiti on a picnic table and park bench. Police Chief John Quaka emphasized the seriousness of such acts and urged the community to assist in identifying the suspects. Citizens can provide information to the Tupelo police or Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi, or through the P3 Tips App. The police are hopeful for leads to address this incident of vandalism.

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SUMMARY: Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba announced his intention to run for reelection in 2025, highlighting key successes such as saving the Jackson Public School District and securing $800 million for the city‘s water system. Lumumba is in discussions with the Department of Justice regarding JXN Water, managed by Ted Henifin, who will oversee operations until September 2027. The mayor expressed the need for better communication and plans to establish an operations board and a community advisory board to enhance the management and oversight of the water system.

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