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PRC Board of Supervisors advances site development, discusses grant reimbursements, and employee retirement
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors met Monday to advance infrastructure and economic development projects, approve grant ...
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PRCSPCA Hosts Expanded Wellness in the Park Event at Crosby Commons
The Pearl River County SPCA hosted its biannual Wellness in the Park event Saturday, April 20, at Crosby ...
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Multiple Drug Arrests Made by Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office in Ongoing Narcotics Crackdown
The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office made multiple drug-related arrests during the first two weeks of April following ...
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Two Mississippi Men Ordered to Pay Over $15,000 for Deer Poaching Violations in Ohio
Two Poplarville men have been ordered to pay more than $15,000 in restitution and fines after pleading guilty ...
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Poplarville Mayor Louise Smith Announces Re-Election Bid
Poplarville Mayor Louise Smith announced Monday that she will seek re-election in the upcoming primary election on April ...
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Law Enforcement Agencies Conduct Countywide Narcotics Roundup
In a coordinated effort to combat illegal drug activity, the Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with ...
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Poplarville Woman Injured in Fatal Crash in Oregon
A Poplarville woman was injured in a three-vehicle crash that left one dead and another seriously hurt Friday ...
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Teddy Bear House Museum Receives Massive Donation of 45,000 Bears
The Teddy Bear House Museum has received a massive donation of more than 45,000 teddy bears and bear-themed ...
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Narcotics Investigators Execute Search Warrant, Arrest Two in Poplarville
Narcotics investigators executed a search warrant Friday, February 14, at a residence in Poplarville, leading to the arrest ...
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Poplarville Closes City Park Due to Storm Damage
City officials announced that City Park in Poplarville is temporarily closed due to downed trees blocking the walking ...
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Justice Department and Poplarville Reach Agreement to Improve Accessibility
Officials announced that the U.S. Department of Justice has agreed with the city of Poplarville to improve accessibility ...
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Picayune City Council Recognizes Community Leaders, Approves Baby Box Initiative
At its latest meeting, the Picayune City Council honored longtime youth sports mentor Geri Grubbs, recognized local pageant ...
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Poplarville Man Arrested for Aggravated Animal Cruelty After Cat Killed with Crossbow
A Poplarville man has been arrested and charged with felony aggravated animal cruelty following an investigation into the ...
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Pearl River County to Hold Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Event
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors will host a Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day on Saturday, March ...
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Two Arrested for Felony Child Abuse, Drug Possession in Pearl River County
Two Poplarville residents were arrested Wednesday following a search warrant executed by the Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office ...
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FBI Honors Percy Foxworth with Ceremony in Poplarville
The FBI held a solemn ceremony Monday in Poplarville, placing flowers on the headstone of Assistant Director Percy ...
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Man Fatally Shot Outside Pearl River County Courthouse
A man identified as James Ray Saucier was shot and killed outside the Pearl River County Chancery Courthouse ...
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Picayune Man Killed in Collision on I-59 in Pearl River County
A fatal crash on Interstate 59 claimed the life of a Picayune man Wednesday, Dec. 18, according to ...
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Poplarville Hornets Make History with First 4A State Championship Win
By Cadence Owen Special to the Democrat Road to the Championship: In a nerve-wracking game between ...
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Poplarville Board of Aldermen Approves TA Truck Stop Development
The Poplarville Board of Aldermen has approved an application to develop a Travel America (TA) truck stop at ...
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Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office Reports Numerous DUI-Related Arrests
Throughout September, the Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office (PRCSO) has reported multiple arrests involving drivers suspected of impaired ...
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Poplarville Attorneys Memorialized by Mississippi Bar at Annual Service
The Mississippi Bar held its 96th Annual Memorial Service on Tuesday, October 8, to honor the state’s attorneys ...
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City of Poplarville to Replace Water Meters with Advanced Electronic Models
The City of Poplarville has announced a project to replace its outdated water meters with advanced electronic models. ...