Tupelo News

Memorial Day is a time to reflect on those who have given the ultimate sacrifice and honor the men and women who have died while serving our country.

While the national Boy Scouts of America's vote to allow openly gay Scouts may cause some disaffection, Northeast Mississippi's Scout executive says program leaders are prepared to move ahead.

Members of the First United Methodist Church youth group adorn an unexpecting neighbor's yard with 100 plastic flamingos Wednesday night.

Both Tupelo mayoral candidates explained their personal strengths and visions for the city during a political debate Friday less than two weeks from the general election.

Federal sentencing continues in what prosecutors describe as a large, regional conspiracy to sell cocaine in Northeast Mississippi.

Gas prices in the region held steady this week. Last Friday, our survey of gas stations showed Corinth had the lowest gas prices at $3.17. Today, Corinth and Fulton are tied for the lowest price at $3.16. The highest price this week is a tie between Amory and Tupelo at $3.34. The state average is actually down one cent to $3.26. This time last ... (more)

Plant A Seed, a city program designed to blend mentorship with summer employment and job skills, will grow a little more.

Retiring Tupelo High School science teacher Bea Ford fought tears on Thursday morning as she recalled her 33-year career as an educator.

Attorneys for Blake Whitt, a former Lee County Schools substitute teacher, say they're trying to work out a plea deal for him and ask the federal court to delay his June 10 trial.

By GALEN HOLLEY Staff Writer A Grenadian and decorated war veteran has received a unique honor for his participation in a public service organization.

Catch Dead Gaze live Oxford's own Dead Gaze has a gig tonight at Proud Larry's. A self-titled compilation of the best tracks from his back catalogue was released earlier this year on FatCat Records.

Carol Pitts, from left, Fred Pitts, State Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and Ed Holliday chat at Park Heights restaurant in Tupelo on Wednesday for a campaign event for Fred Pitts.

A former Plantersville police chief filed suit Wednesday in federal court, alleging he was fired because he is white.

Lynda Turner, from left, Jacqui Letellier and Dr. Ed Holliday walk with signs in front of the Internal Revenue Services building Tuesday at noon on Troy Street.

Wanting more time to ask questions about an effort to create a "quiet zone" along Tupelo railroad crossings, the City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to do more research before proceeding.

Post from the Biz Buzz Business Blog ... Remember earlier this year we told you about the Neon Pig owners looking into opening a downtown Tupelo location? Well, work has started on the building at 124 Main Street, and Mitch McCamey and Seth Copeland said the restaurant, dubbed Kermit's Outlaw Kitchen, or simply KOK, is slated to open in mid- to ... (more)

The man suspected of sending poison-laced letters to President Barack Obama and other officials appears to have attempted to evade law enforcement just days before his arrest, according to FBI documents made public Thursday.

Tonight's TNA Impact was taped last week in Tupelo, Mississippi. Here the quick spoilers for the show, thanks to Pro Wrestling .com. - Hulk Hogan called out Abyss but gets Joseph Park instead.

A federal judge has ordered a Tupelo man to undergo a psychiatric evaluation over a threat to shoot people at a local hospital.

A July 8 trial date is set for a contraband tobacco case sealed in federal court more than a year.