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The Tupelo Fire Department participated in the annual Chili Fest, engaging the community and fostering friendly competition with city rivals.
Read the story: Tupelo Fire Department Celebrates at Chili Fest, Aims for People’s Choice Award
The 27th annual Tupelo Chili Festival drew crowds and competition to downtown Tupelo on Friday night. The event featured spicy dishes and lively festivities, with more activities planned for the fall.
Read the story: Tupelo Chili Festival heats up downtown for 27th year
The 27th annual Tupelo Chili Festival drew crowds to Fairpark, with participants sampling spicy chili and celebrating winners.
Read the story: Tupelo Chili Festival heats up despite chilly weather
Emergency crews responded to a hazmat incident at Chillifest after an anonymous report. The area has been secured, and authorities are investigating.
Read the story: Hazmat Response at Chillifest Underway
Tupelo Community Theatre’s Haunted Theater is open on weekends in October, offering spooky entertainment each Friday and Saturday night.
Read the story: Tupelo Community Theatre’s Haunted Theater Opens for October
Tupelo Public School District hosted Military Night and celebrated the Golden Wave’s recent big win, showcasing community spirit and school pride.
Read the story: Tupelo Public Schools Celebrate Military Night and Golden Wave Victory
The City of Tupelo’s Public Works Department will conduct milling and paving work from Oct. 19-23, weather permitting, on key city streets, prompting parking restrictions.
Read the story: Tupelo to repair streets on Elvis Presley Drive, South Feemster Lake Road next week
Tupelo police encouraged the community to visit with a new social media post, thanking their sponsor and adding a lighthearted note.
Read the story: Tupelo Police Department Shares Promotional Post
The annual Chili-Fest kicks off tonight at 5:30 p.m., offering food, fun, and family activities amid crisp fall weather.
Read the story: Community Chili Festival set for tonight at 5:30 p.m.
TCT’s Haunted Theater is set to reopen this weekend with performances on Friday and Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m. Tickets are available online.
Read the story: TCT’s Haunted Theater Returns This WeekendTupelo News is a Mississippi News Group publication. Editor: Jon Ross Myers.
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