Josh Miller named Tupelo Police Department Officer of the Year

Mar. 1—TUPELO — For Josh Miller, being a police officer was childhood dream.

Miller's dedication to the job he's held for the last seven years culminated Friday with him being named the Tupelo Police Department Officer of the Year.

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