Searcy answers rumors, excited for sophomore season at Alcorn State
Just got off the phone with former Oxford EAGLE Player of the Year and current Alcorn State Brave Keith Searcy.
The 6-foot-4 guard is currently in Oxford taking summer classes and rehabbing from bone spur surgery. (more…) (June 30, 2010)
Robbery suspect apprehended (view gallery)
(June 30, 2010)
OPD nabs suspected bank robber
BREAKING NEWS: The Oxford Police Department has taken into custody an alleged bank robber who reportedly robbed the Federal Credit Union near Malco Oxford Cinema.
The suspect was apprehended without incident near the bank about 20 minutes after the call was dispatched.
A call came into 911 about 1:10 p.m. saying a black male, about 5-foot, 8-inches tall in a brown shirt with yellow stripes robbed the bank.
All entrances to the old mall and Malco were closed off.
How much money was taken or if a weapon was involved is unknown at this time.
Check the EAGLE for updates. (June 30, 2010)
Murder suspect seeks delay
An attorney representing murder suspect Caleb Corrothers will be asking the court to continue his trial slated for July 26.
Corrothers, who is facing the death penalty, was charged in July 2009 with the deaths of Frank and Taylor Clark who were shot and killed July 18, 2009, in their Lafayette County home. (June 30, 2010, Page 1)
More tornado sirens installed
Two of five tornado sirens planned for Lafayette County have been put in place.
The first siren was installed at the Harmontown Fire Department last week. On Tuesday, Abbeville received its siren.
“We’re going to have to do some more programming,” said Lafayette County Emergency Management coordinator David Shaw. “But they are working well.” (June 30, 2010, Page 1)
Oil spill affects BP franchise owners
Operators of local BP franchises say they, like many others around the nation, are feeling the negative effects of the oil spill in the Gulf. (June 30, 2010, Page 1)
Casting for commercial set July 8
A public service announcement starring former Rebel Dexter McCluster, set to be filmed on the University of Mississippi campus on July 12, is looking for a few stars ages 4-25. Casting will be held on July 8 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Oxford Conference Center. E-mail photos and talent to missrachelnorth@gmail.com or call 323-839-3646. (June 30, 2010, Page 3)
Wednesday’s obituaries
- James Willingham — 88, died Monday, June 28, 2010. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Pleasant Green M.B. Church in Oxford. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Eddie Robinson Funeral Directors of Grenada is in charge of arrangements.
- Emma Gene Wright — 65, died Saturday, June 19, 2010. Services were held this past Friday at St. John’s United Baptist Church in Milwaukee. Burial followed in Graceland Cemetery in Milwaukee. Serenity Funeral Home in Milwaukee was in charge of arrangements.
Rebels will count on Williams, newcomers
This offseason has been an exceptionally busy one for the Ole Miss men’s basketball team.
And not exactly in a good way.
Shortly after the Rebels’ loss to Dayton that eliminated them from the National Invitation Tournament, sophomore Terrico White and junior Eniel Polynice declared for the draft, and sophomore forward Murphy Holloway announced he was going to transfer to be closer to his family.
Add into the mass exodus equation that senior forward DeAundre Cranston graduated and forwards Kevin Cantinol and DeAngelo Riley won’t be returning next season, and it becomes apparent why the Rebels are hoping several newcomers are going to be able to step in and contribute immediately.
During Monday’s Southeastern Conference coaches teleconference, Ole Miss coach Andy Kennedy mentioned several newcomers he’s hoping can contribute this upcoming season. (June 30, 2010, Page 8)
Top 10 things to eat, drink to deal with heat
How do you cool off while playing golf, after mowing the yard or while working outside? Editor Don Whitten gives a list of the top 10 things you can eat or drink to help. No. 1? A big drink of water. (June 30, 2010, Page 4)
