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Two brothers charged in 2021 murder cleared for trial
By STEVE SMITH - Reporter
Mon,03/02/26-11:44AM , 2,058 Reads
A judge for the state’s Fourth Circuit Court District has ruled that the two brothers charged in connection with the 2021 murder of an Indianola businesswoman are mentally competent to stand trial.
Judge Richard A. Smith issued separate orders for Daquarius Wright and Kenterius Wright following forensic psychological evaluations.
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22-year-old arrested in connection with West Percy St. shooting
Tue,03/03/26-9:25AM , 825 Reads
The U.S. Marshals Service has arrested a 22-year-old Indianola man in connection with a shooting last month that left a woman and child injured.

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Alderman Johnny Phillips called for changes in city leadership during Monday’s board meeting, including a motion to remove the police chief and city attorney.

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Split vote halts motion to remove police chief, city attorney
By STEVE SMITH - Reporter
Mon,03/02/26-11:36AM , 545 Reads
Ward 4 Alderman Johnny Phillips made it clear during Monday night’s board meeting that he wants to see a change in leadership at the Indianola Police Department.
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Curtis Street residents speak to the Indianola Board of Aldermen Monday night about rising gunfire, loitering and neighborhood safety concerns.

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Residents speak out on Curtis Street gun violence
By STEVE SMITH - Reporter
Mon,03/02/26-11:48AM , 529 Reads
Residents along Curtis Street pleaded with city officials Monday night to crack down on late-night gunfire, loitering and other trouble they say has turned their once‑quiet neighborhood into a war zone.
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Indianola, 38751, MS

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Current Temp

76°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

Chance of Rain: 90%
Max Temp: 79°F
Min Temp: 68°F
Feels Like: 74°F
Dew Point: 68°F
Humidity: 93%
Sunrise: 6:23 AM
Sunset: 6:04 PM

Wind Speed: 5 to 10 mph
Wind Direction: NNW
Wind Gust: 13 mph
Sky Cover: 38%
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 68°F
Moon Rise: 10:29 PM
Moon Set: 8:18 AM

Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy. High near 79, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. North northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.

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