Sethanie Smith

United States

Journalist at WJTV-TV (Jackson, MS)

Articles

Three arrested in Gulfport drive-by shooting, robbery

3 days ago | wjtv.com | Sethanie Smith

GULFPORT, Miss. (WJTV) – Gulfport police announced three teenagers were arrested in connection to a drive-by shooting and armed robbery. Police said they responded to the area of Silver Ridge Avenue just after 1:30 a.m. on June 1. When they arrived, officers found more than 20 shell casings and observed that two vehicles and a residence had been struck. Investigators said the residence was occupied by both adults and children at the time of the shooting.
Three arrested in Gulfport drive-by shooting, robbery

3 days ago | yahoo.com | Sethanie Smith

GULFPORT, Miss. (WJTV) – Gulfport police announced three teenagers were arrested in connection to a drive-by shooting and armed robbery. Police said they responded to the area of Silver Ridge Avenue just after 1:30 a.m. on June 1. When they arrived, officers found more than 20 shell casings and observed that two vehicles and a residence had been struck. Investigators said the residence was occupied by both adults and children at the time of the shooting.
Forrest County Health Department holds special immunization walk-in clinic

3 days ago | wjtv.com | Sethanie Smith

by: Sethanie Smith Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 11:37 AM CDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 11:37 AM CDT FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – The Forrest County Health Department will hold a special walk-in immunization clinic for school registration. The clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on June 6-13, 2025.
Mississippi names 21 new Military Star Schools

3 days ago | wjtv.com | Sethanie Smith

by: Sethanie Smith Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 11:18 AM CDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 11:18 AM CDT JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) named 21 new schools as Military Star Schools for 2025-27, increasing the total number of schools to 103 in the state.
Mississippi names 21 new Military Star Schools

3 days ago | wjtv.com | Sethanie Smith

by: Sethanie Smith Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 11:18 AM CDT Updated: Jun 4, 2025 / 04:22 PM CDT JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) named 20 new schools as Military Star Schools for 2025-27, increasing the total number of schools to 103 in the state.
Blippi: Join the Band Tour coming to Hattiesburg

4 days ago | wjtv.com | Sethanie Smith

by: Sethanie Smith Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 10:58 AM CDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 10:58 AM CDT HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Global sensation Blippi will delight audiences at Hattiesburg’s Historic Saenger Theater in an all-new live show!Blippi: Join the Band Tour will be in the Hub City on November 4.
Sharp appointed as chancery judge for 19th Chancery District

4 days ago | wjtv.com | Sethanie Smith

JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) appointed Jerry D. Sharp, of Ellisville, as Chancery Judge for the 19th Chancery District, which covers Jones and Wayne Counties. The appointment fills a vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Billie Graham. “Jerry will do a great job serving the 19th Chancery District,” said Reeves. “He has dedicated his more than twenty-year legal career to Chancery Court matters, and I am confident he is up to the task.
'Popsicles in the Park' returns to Hub City

4 days ago | wjtv.com | Sethanie Smith

by: Sethanie Smith Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 10:47 AM CDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 10:47 AM CDT HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – “Popsicles in the Park” will return to the Hub City. The Hattiesburg Police Department will host the event on Wednesday, June 4 at Timberton Park.
‘Popsicles in the Park’ returns to Hub City

4 days ago | yahoo.com | Sethanie Smith

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – “Popsicles in the Park” will return to the Hub City. The Hattiesburg Police Department will host the event on Wednesday, June 4 at Timberton Park. The event will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Southern Miss falls to Miami in Hattiesburg Regional The afternoon will be filled with community connection, cool treats and outdoor fun. “Popsicles in the Park” aims to foster positive relationships between law enforcement and the community.
Madison police vehicle spotted at Franklin County event

4 days ago | wjtv.com | Sethanie Smith

by: Sethanie Smith Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 10:38 AM CDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 10:38 AM CDT MADISON, Miss. (WJTV) – Madison police are investigating after one of the department’s units was photographed at an event in Franklin County. On Monday, June 2, the department was informed that one of their vehicles was at a local mechanic’s shop for repairs.