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Mississippi State grad prepares for second trip to the Olympics
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – During his time at Mississippi State, Florence, N.J. native Curtis Thompson was a four-time First-Team All-American in the javelin and was an NCAA Champion in 2016. Last month, Thompson qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics with a throw of 83.04 meters, the top mark in...
UM Spring Chancellor’s Honor Roll
The University of Mississippi recently announced students named to the Spring 2024 Chancellor’s Honor Roll. Students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75-4.0 are included on the list. Chancellor’s Honor Roll students from Panola County are: Batesville: Lily Avery, Rebekah Bailey, Lauren Barbee, Bailey Bridges, Kaylie Burrows, Annabelle Fassnacht, Lani Goolsby, Heather Hollins, Jocelyn House, […] The post UM Spring Chancellor’s Honor Roll appeared first on The Panolian.
Ole Brook grad enters Naval Academy’s Plebe Summer
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Bryce Crawford Smith, a graduate of Brookhaven High School was inducted into the Naval Academy Class of 2028 on June 27th, marking the beginning of six challenging weeks of basic midshipman training during Plebe Summer. Following the formal Oath of Office Ceremony on I-Day, his aunt, active duty, Maj. Kelli Nichols, led […] The post Ole Brook grad enters Naval Academy’s Plebe Summer appeared first on Daily Leader.
‘She brought music to so many’: Vicksburg’s musical matron Brasfield passes away
Longtime music educator and organist/choirmaster for the Church of the Holy Trinity, Dorothy Brasfield, died Saturday, June 29. She was 90 years old. Brasfield spent 42 years as a music educator, teaching thousands of students. She also served as the organist at Holy Trinity for more than 30 years. But her musical endeavors went beyond […]
Local students named to Mississippi State University’s Spring 2024 President’s List
MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS — Students on the President’s List at Mississippi State achieved a 3.80 or better grade-point average, based on a 4.0 scale, while completing at least 12 semester hours of coursework with no incomplete grades or grades lower than a C. MSU’s spring 2024 President’s List...
Westin Hotel Opens in Downtown Jackson
The Westin Hotel in downtown Jackson officially opened on Thursday, Aug. 3, when city, county and state leaders gathered to cut the ribbon to the entrance of the new 203-room property located on South Congress Street across from the federal court building. The property is a $60-million public-private development project...
Aldermen approve new overlay district aimed at creating more affordable housing
The Oxford Board of Aldermen approved implementing a new overlay district that city officials hope will encourage more single-family homes that could offer more affordable housing options during their regular meeting on Tuesday. The new overlay district will facilitate a dense, single-family residential neighborhood. The first property approved to have the new Housing Supply Accelerator […] The post Aldermen approve new overlay district aimed at creating more affordable housing appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: July 5-7
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you’ll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (July 5-7) around Mississippi. Central Mississippi Food Truck Friday – Jackson – Friday Belhaven Block Party – Jackson – Friday Fleet Feet Coffee Run – Ridgeland – Friday […]
Citizens of Marion speak with town leaders at Hillview Apartments
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Some people wish they could talk to their town leaders one-on-one, but the citizens of Marion had the opportunity to do so Friday morning. Members of the community met at Hillview Apartments in Marion to have fellowship with their leaders: Mayor Larry Gill and Chief Randall Davis of Marion Police Department.
Tupelo scraps installation of cell tower in subdivision
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — The installation of a Verizon cell town in Tupelo has been scrapped so far. The proposed tower would have been built in the Pike subdivision in Belden. Several residents grew upset after learning of the plan and voiced their concerns. Tombigbee Electric Power Association also...
Family and friends gather to remember Kymonte Autry
COLLINS, Miss. (WDAM) - Kymonte Autry was killed in a car crash on Tuesday afternoon. Friday night, family and friends gathered to celebrate his memory. Autry was better known by his nickname. “We called him ‘Double Trouble,” said his grandmother, Patricia Barnes. “I’ve called him ‘Double Trouble’ since...
City Council Attends MLL Award Ceremony, Honors Mayor’s Youth Council for City Spirit
All City Council members attended the recent meeting, at which the Picayune Mayor’s Youth Council was honored with the MLL Award for City Spirit. The award ceremony celebrated the council’s innovative projects and contributions to the community. The Picayune Mayor’s Youth Council emerged from a shared vision to empower young leaders and foster civic engagement. […] The post City Council Attends MLL Award Ceremony, Honors Mayor’s Youth Council for City Spirit appeared first on Picayune Item.
Bay Springs church seeks donations for building program to continue outreach
The Cloud Church in Bay Springs needs your help in their building program. The church is rented through a non-profit and is in desperate need of funds for a new building to better serve the community. Focusing on outreach, The Cloud Church volunteers at local nursing homes, as well as...
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