Brandon Raines

Multimedia Journalist at WHLT-TV (Hattiesburg, MS)

Multimedia Journalist at WJTV-TV (Jackson, MS)

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Two candidates vie to become next mayor of Mount Olive

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Brandon Raines

COVINGTON COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – The Town of Mount Olive will soon vote for its next mayor. Incumbent Mayor Cliff Kelly is facing a challenge from Alderwoman Marcia Hull. Kelly is seeking a third term. He said while progress has been made on infrastructure, there’s still more he hopes to accomplish in the next four years. “We’ve got some money left, grant money and special state money funds that we’re going to complete this year.
Two candidates vie to become next mayor of Mount Olive

1 week ago | wjtv.com | Brandon Raines

COVINGTON COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – The Town of Mount Olive will soon vote for its next mayor. Incumbent Mayor Cliff Kelly is facing a challenge from Alderwoman Marcia Hull. Kelly is seeking a third term. He said while progress has been made on infrastructure, there’s still more he hopes to accomplish in the next four years. “We’ve got some money left, grant money and special state money funds that we’re going to complete this year.
Forrest County coroner aims to reduce unclaimed remains

1 week ago | wjtv.com | Brandon Raines

FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – The Forrest County Coroner’s Office is working to reduce the growing number of unclaimed remains in its care. More than 25 boxes of unclaimed remains are currently stored at the coroner’s office. Coroner Lisa Klem said five to 10 bodies go unclaimed each year. While families are notified, many choose not to claim their loved ones. Many of those who are unclaimed were homeless.
Mississippi libraries face cuts due to executive order

2 weeks ago | wjtv.com | Brandon Raines

COVINGTON COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – Mississippi libraries face uncertain challenges after President Donald Trump signed an executive order that halts funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Advocates said the order will disrupt many essential grants that libraries rely on to maintain services, including purchasing new books, offering community programs and updating technology.
Southern Pines Animal Shelter unveils new programs center

2 weeks ago | wjtv.com | Brandon Raines

by: Brandon Raines Posted: Apr 8, 2025 / 04:33 PM CDT Updated: Apr 8, 2025 / 04:33 PM CDT HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – The Southern Pines Animal Shelter in Hattiesburg celebrated the grand opening of its new programs center. The new building provides much-needed space to expand lifesaving programs for animals.
Possible tornado kills one, damages homes in Jasper County

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Brandon Raines

JASPER COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – One person was killed and several homes were damaged during a possible tornado in Jasper County. The storm ripped through the Stringer community around 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 6. Early assessments showed that 28 homes were damaged and at least eight were destroyed. According to the Jasper County coroner’s office, Sue Welborn, 72, was killed during the storm.
Possible tornado kills one, damages homes in Jasper County

2 weeks ago | wjtv.com | Brandon Raines

by: Brandon Raines Posted: Apr 7, 2025 / 04:19 PM CDT Updated: Apr 7, 2025 / 04:19 PM CDT JASPER COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – One person was killed and several homes were damaged during a possible tornado in Jasper County. The storm ripped through the Stringer community around 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 6. Early assessments showed that 28 homes were damaged and at least eight were destroyed.
Jones County stages mock crash with students to combat drunk driving

2 weeks ago | wjtv.com | Brandon Raines

by: Brandon Raines Posted: Apr 3, 2025 / 04:32 PM CDT Updated: Apr 3, 2025 / 05:14 PM CDT Warning: The video in this story could be disturbing to some viewers. JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – Jones County emergency responders and student actors teamed up to show the dangers of drunk driving with their annual Prom Promise mock crash.
Tony Ducker wins Petal mayoral race with overwhelming support

3 weeks ago | wjtv.com | Brandon Raines

PETAL, Miss. (WHLT) – Tony Ducker will remain mayor of Petal after a landslide win in Tuesday’s election. He secured 89% of the vote and defeated two challengers. “I think that just motivates me more to get out there and do the work and bring the proper energy to running this city. There’s a lot of folks that are counting on us to get some of these things right,” Ducker said. One of his top priorities is investing in Petal’s future, including leveraging debt and using taxpayer funds widely.
Tony Ducker wins Petal mayoral race with overwhelming support

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Brandon Raines

PETAL, Miss. (WHLT) – Tony Ducker will remain mayor of Petal after a landslide win in Tuesday’s election. He secured 89% of the vote and defeated two challengers. “I think that just motivates me more to get out there and do the work and bring the proper energy to running this city. There’s a lot of folks that are counting on us to get some of these things right,” Ducker said. One of his top priorities is investing in Petal’s future, including leveraging debt and using taxpayer funds widely.