Tupelo News

Lawhon Elementary received a PREPS Achievement Award for outperforming the state average in third-grade math scores.

Pierce St. Elementary received a PREPS Achievement Award for its 4th-grade math scores, which doubled the state’s average increase, according to the school district.

Pierce St. Elementary received the PREPS Top 10% Growth Award for English language arts, ranking among Mississippi’s top schools for growth.

Between 2020 and 2025, Downtown Tupelo saw significant growth with new businesses, jobs, and investments, according to the Mississippi Main Street Association.

Public Works crews in Tupelo will start repairs on West Jefferson Street on March 3, closing the road until March 6. A detour will be in place.

Traceway Retirement Community has sponsored the upcoming production of ‘The Star Spangled Girl’ at TCT Off-Broadway. The show runs March 5-7.

The University of Mississippi-Tupelo Teachers of Tomorrow is holding its second annual golf tournament on March 28 to support future educators and community outreach.

Tupelo Fire Department mourns the death of retired firefighter Andy Mercer, who served the community with dedication. Funeral arrangements are scheduled for Sunday.

Markietha Swinney is excited to assist her mentor, Debby Gibbs, in directing ‘The Star Spangled Girl’ at TCT Off Broadway.

Leigh Anne Newton, director of a local organization, delivered peanut butter to the mayor’s office as part of a community food drive effort.