Alvin Ivy

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OKOLONA, Miss. (WTVA) - Police arrested four people for a Monday, April 21 armed robbery in Okolona. The robbery happened at a location along Triplett Steet, and police officers later found the suspects hiding in a nearby abandoned house, Okolona Police announced. Police identified them as Kamron Buchanan, 17, of Louisville, Texas; Zynia Williams, 21, of Okolona; Cedricous Armstrong, 19, of Okolona; and Alijah Shelton, 18, of Okolona. They all face armed robbery charges.

4 weeks ago | wtva.com | Alvin Ivy

TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) - High school students from across the area got to learn what it's like to work for a local power provider. Tombigbee Electric Power Association held its co-op expo day in Tupelo. Over 150 students engaged in hands-on activities, observing the daily tasks of the power team. Tombigbee CEO Scott Hendrix said this event highlights their commitment to supporting local youth and fostering interest in careers in their field.

4 weeks ago | wtva.com | Alvin Ivy

MOOREVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) - A girl is going to Disney World thanks to the students at Mooreville schools. Mooreville and Make-A-Wish organized the trip for Mila, a student at Saltillo Primary School. She and her family attended a surprise party at the elementary school on Tuesday, April 15. They leave for Disney World next week. Students raised the money in memory of Mooreville student Sadie Downs who died in 2024.

4 weeks ago | wtva.com | Alvin Ivy

TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) - A Baldwyn woman is $50,000 richer thanks to the United Way of Northeast Mississippi. Felicia Crump won the organization's $50K Giveaway on April 3. She and her husband traveled to the United Way office in Tupelo on Tuesday, April 15 and claimed the prize. The giveaway is the organization's biggest fundraiser. It sold nearly 2,000 $100 tickets. The funds benefit United Way's various partnerships. Open this link to learn more about United Way.

4 weeks ago | wtva.com | Alvin Ivy

TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) - A cross country coach in Tupelo is preparing for the London Marathon. Murray Collum is an assistant coach at Tupelo High School. The Tata Consultancy Services London Marathon is scheduled for April 27. He'll spend four nights in London, England, surrounded by elite runners from across the globe. Collum is no stranger to marathons. He participated in multiple races, including the 2024 Boston Marathon.