At approximately 10:00 a.m., the Magee Fire Department was called to 217 Scott Harrington Road Mount Olive MS in response to a fire. The page described a possible arson situation involving a male setting fire around a home. Firefighters arrived on the scene accompanied by Simpson County Sheriff’s Deputies.
Funeral services for Reverend Andrew Keys, 67, Collins, MS were held on Saturday, November 20, 2019 at 1PM from Rocky Valley Missionary Baptist Church, Collins. Interment was in the Old Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church, Collins, MS. Program Officiant was Reverend Dr. L. C.
The Magee Trojans had an outstanding season notching 10 wins and making a third round playoff appearance. The team worked hard throughout the season, and several of the Trojan players were recognized for their accomplishments by being named to the All-Division teams. The Trojans had 11 players to receive All-Division honors.
Dean Blackwell of B2D along with an attorney, Bobby Moorehead, approached the board of supervisors at their Monday meeting with a plan to build a solar farm in the industrial park located just south of Mendenhall on Highway 13.
Paul Mullins emerged as the victor of the November sheriff election and is eager to take office. Mullins is eager to get started in his new role and will officially be sworn in on January 3.
Wow what a fast paced holiday-normally my plans are around the Thanksgiving meal and the balance is focused around deer hunting. Not the case this year.
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The Simpson County Sheriff’s Office reported 35 arrests from November 25 to December 2.
Billy Sullivan of 113 Gary Road Magee MS was arrested on December 2 and charged with possession of a controlled substance and writing bad checks.
Thumbs down on the condition of downtown streets this hole measures almost four feet by two feet. It also appears as though the city is no longer sweeping streets downtown. They were doing Main Avenue but the side streets are not being maintained.
Simpson played one game last week against Jackson Prep.
Girls Game Jackson Prep
Simpson 52 Prep 42-Scoring for Simpson were with Alissa Brewer with 23 points, T K Catchings 11, Anna Claire Walker 6, Gracie Bowen 5, Ma’Nia Womack 4, and Maddie Moody 3. The win improved Simpson’s record to 12-0 on the season.
Simpson Academy will be represented in the 2019 MAIS 4A-6A All Star Game by two players.
The Simpson County School Board met Thursday night and, based on what we were able to view, they are using logic and reason to make their decisions, whether you agree with all of them or not.
An accident involving an 18-wheeler and pickup truck is currently stalling traffic on Highway 49 near Mary Grove Church Road. No further information is available at this time. The story will be updated as new information becomes available.
At approximately 10:00 a.m., the Magee Fire Department was called to 217 Scott Harrington Road Mount Olive MS in response to a fire. The page described a possible arson situation involving a male setting fire around a home. Firefighters arrived on the scene accompanied by Simpson County Sheriff’s Deputies.
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The Simpson County Sheriff’s Department released a statement concerning the ongoing investigation surrounding the murder of Willie G. Davis Jr.
An active homicide investigation is underway in Simpson County. A press release from the Simpson County Sheriff’s Department provides details of a shooting occurring Sunday morning shortly after midnight on R T Lake Road in Mendenhall.
Today, Governor-Elect Tate Reeves announced that Brad White will lead the transition team leading up to the 2020 inauguration.
The Ollie Mayhall BYW of the First Baptist Church of Magee is hosting a Christmas Tour Sunday, December 1, 2019 from 2-4 PM. The Raynold and Tiffany Kinslow home, The Russell building including the offices and apartment of Debra and Jonathan Styron, and Hopewell Presbyterian Church are included on the tour. Tickets are $10 and may be purchase
After a 10-win stellar season that saw the Magee Trojans break the 2nd round curse to reach the 3rd round of the 3A Playoffs for the first time since 2000, the Trojans season has come to an end after a 35-0 loss to the Wildcats of Columbia.
The Simpson County Development District held a called meeting at their Mendenhall offices Thursday morning to discuss a proposal offer for the Mendenhall Industrial Park.
Participates are: Raynold and Tiffany Kinslow whose home is located at 328 Old Magee RD. (the old Johnny and Shelley McCarty house)
The Russell Building including the offices and the apartment of Jonathan and Debra Styron
The Hopewell Presbyterian Church
Folks who enjoy hanging out in the parking lot at the Jitney Jungle shopping center may not be as welcome as they once were.
At the time of this writing we don’t know the ending of this story, but we have to be hopeful.
Last Monday my wife Nancy was reading on Facebook about a couple of Great Danes that had been neglected and abused. We’re not sure how that all turned out, but this is where the story started.
It is that time of year again! The Strong River Chapter of the National Turkey Federation will host their annual Hunting Heritage Banquet.
The event is set for Tuesday, February 5, at the National Guard Armory in Magee. Doors open at 6 p.m. and dinner is at 7 p.m.
If you want to know about the future of our community you may want to plan to attend our old fashion political forum on Tuesday afternoon at 5 p.m. at Ural Everett Park in downtown, Magee.
June 14
Station 7 Fire and Rescue sub station 2129 Simpson Hwy 540 Magee, will have a Human Trafficking event on Friday, June 14, at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend and learn more about the types of human trafficking and what you can do to help end this crime.
June 16
The Mendenhall Mayor and Board of Aldermen recently decided to put a stop to a building project in the city that will possibly cost the city $5,000 in restitution.
During the April 2 meeting the board discussed a group home being built by Anthony Kohen on 519 Oak Street.
Unofficial election results came in last night, and many of the local races were decided by a wide margin. Of the 17,148 registered voters in Simpson County, over 8,896 cast their ballots, and participated deciding new leadership. This is one of the largest turnouts with over 51 percent of the voting population participating.
The women of the Rho Iota Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. will celebrate 20 years of service to the community on July 27 at the Mendenhall National Guard Armory.
July 4
The annual City of Magee fireworks show will be held at the Jimmy Clyde Sportsplex on Thursday, July 4, beginning at approximately 8:45 p.m. No admission. The public is invited.
July 4 & 5
The Simpson County Sheriff's Office is currently searching for Larry J. Pennington. He is charged with Felony Fleeing and has a felony warrant from the state of Kentucky for a probation violation.
The Simpson County Sheriff’s Office reported 23 arrests from September 11 to September 18.
Jason Jordan of 616 Hillen Bale Hattiesburg MS was arrested on September 16 and charged with possession of methamphetamine.
November 18
Four seventh grade students from Mendenhall Junior High will be representing Simpson County in the Second Annual Mississippi Prospects Football game on Sunday, December 31, 2017 at the University of Southern MS. Pictured with head Coach Daniel Stroud. #4 Tyler Bridges, #22 Walter Owens, #58 Jamar Winn and #18 Derrick Jenkins Jr.
Morgan Dunn of Magee is jumping into the political race for Mississippi’s Third Congressional Seat.
The seat has been held by Congressman Gregg Harper, who recently announced his decision not to seek re-election for the position he has held since 2009.
Mr. and Mrs. James Mangum and Mr. and Mrs. Danny Burch are pleased to announce the engagement of their children, Olivia Carsyn Byars and Davin James Burch. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Magee High School and the University of Mississippi Medical Center, where she received her bachelor of science degree in nursing.
The Simpson County Board of Supervisors decided to consider filing a lawsuit against the opioid epidemic during Friday’s meeting.
The Magee Board of Aldermen heard from local developer Chris Lane about a road situation at their board meeting Tuesday night, Jan. 16.
TAYLORSVILLE – Southern Pine Electric and other power companies are experiencing a critical shortage of electricity due to the increased usage from the extreme low temperatures. All members are asked to temporarily reduce their electric usage until further notice.
The first week of the New Year in Simpson County brought three armed robberies that occurred in several locations around the county.
