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NCC Supports Buying American Cotton Act - Oklahoma Farm Report

Cindy Hyde-Smith · Tunica

NCC Supports Buying American Cotton Act - Oklahoma Farm Report

The National Cotton Council (NCC) strongly supports the Buying American Cotton Act introduced by Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS). This forward-thinking legislation is designed to enhance the demand for U.S.-grown cotton and U.S.-manufactured cotton products through tax incentives. Patrick Johnson, producer from Tunica, MS, and chairman of the NCC, stated, “The Buying American Cotton Act is transformative for our industry. By capitalizing on the …Read Article

Police seek suspect in fatal shooting at Downtown Memphis park

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Police are still investigating and looking for the suspect involved in the fatal shooting at Tom Lee Park on Sunday. A teenager died on the scene inside the park, and Memphis Police have not released the age of the victim. Police released information that the suspect is believed to be a young person wearing all black and including a ski mask during the shooting. 1 in custody, 1 wanted in Tunica County, MS homicide "Now we…Tunica County · Tunica County Read Article

'Armed and dangerous' teen wanted for murder following fatal shooting in MS

Coverage: 4 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A 17-year-old is wanted on a first-degree murder charge following a shooting in Tunica County, Mississippi Sunday night, according to the sheriff's office. Reports say the Tunica County Sheriff's Office responded to a shooting call at the intersection of Carole Street and Edwards Avenue at 11:13 p.m. When officers arrived on the scene, they found 18-year-old Mackenzie Kaleb Thomas suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He died…Tunica · Tunica See the Story

Discovery of bullet outside Mid-South high school prompts lockdown, sheriff's office says

50% Left coverage: 4 sources

A high school in Tunica County was placed on lockdown Wednesday after a bullet was found on campus, the sheriff's office said.Lockdown · Tunica See the Story

Luria “Shy” S. Johnson

Luria Sylvester Johnson, 79, better known as “Shy” was born January 16, 1946 to Ernest and Ernestine (Garrett) Johnson in Tunica, Mississippi. He departed this life on March 29, 2025 at his home in Benton Harbor. Shy moved to Benton Harbor in 1955. He cherished his time growing up in Benton Harbor with family and neighbors who were more like family. He gave his life to the Lord at Beautiful Gate Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of …Tunica · Tunica Read Article

Buddy was cruelly set on fire and strangled with an extension cord – but look at him today

It’s truly shocking how cruel some people can be to dogs. These innocent animals too often endure senseless pain and suffering. But amidst the darkness, stories of resilience and hope shine brightly, proving that even after the most horrific abuse, a new life is possible. That was the case for Buddy, a dog who was the victim of a horrifying attack in which his face was severely burned and he was strangled with an extension cord. But thankfully, …Tunica · Tunica Read Article

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