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Mason Nichols to return to Swayze Field for senior season in 2025
Ole Miss baseball has been on a roll lately and have started to see some momentum head back in the right direction in recent days, following what once was a tough offseason stretch. That momentum continued Wednesday, as senior right-handed pitcher Mason Nichols announced his intentions to return to Swayze...
Storm damage reports in East Missississppi
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Wednesday afternoon several cities and towns across East Mississippi were hit with very strong scattered thunderstorms resulting in a lot of damage. There was a multi-vehicle wreck on North Hills Street, with no major injuries being reported. According to reports, a single vehicle rolled over on...
Ole Miss baseball adds third portal pitcher with Tampa transfer Alex Canney
Inside the Rebels has confirmed initial reports that Junior University of Tampa right-handed pitcher Alex Canney is the latest to join Ole Miss' 2024 transfer class. The 6-foot-1, 200-pound veteran was a 38-game starter across three seasons for the Spartans and now becomes first-year pitching coach Joel Mangrum's third transfer pitcher commitment.
Judge denies motion to enforce judgment in Dau Mabil case
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Hinds County judge said the brother of Dau Mabil cannot conduct an autopsy with a certain pathologist. Dau was found deceased in the Pearl River in Lawrence County in April after he disappeared in Jackson in March. Dau’s wife, Karissa Bowley, and his brother, Bul Mabil, have been at odds […]
MSU faculty members recognized nationally as outstanding educators
STARKVILLE, Miss.—Two Mississippi State University faculty members in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences are in the spotlight for excellence in teaching with awards from a national agricultural education organization. The North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture is honoring Aswathy Rai, assistant teaching professor in the Department...
May sunset photo contest winner announced
NATCHEZ — Mary Seni has been named the first winner of the Natchez Sunset Photo Contest for the month of May. The contest, spanning 12 months and ending April 30, 2025, encourages amateur photographers to submit their best photos of beautiful Natchez sunsets. Seni’s photo, which she calls “February,” stands out among other entries this […] The post May sunset photo contest winner announced appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
T-Shirt Sales For I’m So WV Event Start Friday
T-shirt sales for the I’m So Water Valley Event will start Friday and continue through August 17. The cost of the shirts starts at $12 for toddler and youth sizes. Adult sizes small through extra large cost $15 and adult sizes 2x through 5x cost $18. I’m So Water...
Jared Ivey: Talent can only do so much to usurp the SEC's elite
Much of the conversation regarding Ole Miss' revamped 2024 defense has stemmed all the way back to that 52-17 beating at the hands of Georgia in 2023. That is ultimately the reason why Jared Ivey's defensive line went all the way from solid to elite in the matter of a couple months, with the additions of Walter Nolen, Princely Umanmielen and Chris Hardie from the nation's No. 1 transfer portal class.
Mississippi State baseball has record-setting MLB Draft
The 2024 MLB Draft has come to an end, and it was a highly productive one for Mississippi State baseball. Mississippi State baseball with five more drafted on final day of 2024 MLB Draft. After six selections through the draft's first two days, Mississippi State had five more players hear...
Emergency medical services return to Smith County good for healthcare delivery, economy
For nearly a decade, some 14,000 Smith County residents have been without emergency medical services. Thanks to a new venture between Covington County Hospital (CCH) and South Central Regional Medical Center (SCRMC) that could soon change. The systems are collaborating to establish Smith County Emergency Hospital, a new Rural Emergency...
Photos: Kosciusko all-star softball team honored at city hall
The 7/8U Kosciusko Softball All-Stars were honored at City Hall Tuesday night. During a meeting of the city’s board of aldermen, the players and coaches were presented a resolution recognizing the team’s first place finish in the USA/ASA North MS State Championship. Players: Charlie Burrell, Merritt Kelley, Maddie...
Jaxson Dart is long removed from USC days. It's shown through actions more than words.
Like many others on the Ole Miss roster, Jaxson Dart's road to stardom didn't begin in Oxford. It started in a place that, ironically, his current head coach rose to stardom over in Southern California. However, nothing was ever given to Dart, despite being a former five-star recruit from the...
New memorial jersey at Perry Central honors late football star Alec Knight
NEW AUGUSTA, Miss. (WDAM) - A Perry Central High School football player will wear a new number on his jersey this year in honor of a former Perry Central star athlete who died 17 years ago. That athlete’s number has not been worn on the football field since his death....
New teachers in Aberdeen get called to Bulldawg League
Www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-07-16 20:54:09. SUMMARY: Aberdeen, Miss. (WCBI) – The Aberdeen School District hosted a New Teacher Orientation with a twist by introducing their new educators “draft” style in the Bulldawg League. Principals called up 11 new teachers to join their teams, emphasizing a fun and team-oriented approach to the coming school year. Superintendent Dr. Andrea Pastchal-Smith highlighted the importance of community support for a successful academic term. The new school year begins on July 30 for faculty and staff, with students returning on August 2. The event underscored the district's commitment to fostering a collaborative environment.
Ocean Springs hosting sidewalk sale this week — big sales coming
OCEAN SPRING, Miss. (WKRG) — Ocean Springs businesses will participate in the annual July Sidewalk Sale this week. Businesses will line up in front of their shops on Friday, July 19, and Saturday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with shopping sales, drink specials and more. Participating shops, restaurants and galleries will display […]
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