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Thomas C. Williams, of Lake, and Cassie L. Jobe, of Brandon, were arrested and face pending charges after leading deputies on an estimated 25 miles chase.

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Two Burglary Suspects Nabbed After 25-Mile Chase
By MARTY MORGAN - Staff Writer
Fri,04/03/26-4:33PM , 158 Reads
A bold daytime burglary at a vacant house in the 1700 block of Highway 489 on Wednesday ended with a vehicle chase, spike strips, and two suspects in custody after authorities deployed pursuit tactics to prevent the vehicle from reaching heavier traffic.
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Mississippi House Report: Week Twelve Key Notes
By REP. TROY SMITH
Fri,04/03/26-4:00PM , 104 Reads
The twelfth week of the 2026 Regular Session has concluded. The Mississippi House of Representatives focused primarily on conference negotiations, naming conferees on dozens of House and Senate bills as lawmakers work toward final passage ahead of key deadlines. The chamber also passed several local and private measures.
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Union's Hannah Mowdy, standing fourth from right, and her peers in the Delta State chapter delegation of Future Business Leaders of America received numerous awards and secured their place among Mississippi's top future business leaders at the 2026 State Leadership Conference. Mowdy, an accountancy major, placed fourth in Foundations of Communication and third in Foundations of Finance.

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DSU's Future Business Leaders of America bring home awards, local student earns recognition
By STAFF REPORTS
Fri,04/03/26-12:00PM , 140 Reads
Delta State University's chapter delegation of Future Business Leaders of America showcased its talent and business acumen at the 2026 State Leadership Conference, held Feb. 25-27 at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg.
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Barbara Savell Honored by WoodmenLife for 75 Years of Membership
By STAFF REPORTS
Fri,04/03/26-10:00AM , 281 Reads
WoodmenLife Chapter 624 member Barbara Savell (center) was presented a Certificate and 75-year pin by her sister, Chapter President Shirley Murphy (left). Chapter Treasurer Linda Massey (right) and Secretary Charles Massey (not pictured) were present for the presentation. Ms.
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