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City of Pascagoula working on improvement project at one of its well-known piers
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WLOX) - The City of Pascagoula is working on an improvement project at one of its well-known parks. Construction began on a new Point Park fishing pier a few days ago, and residents say they can’t wait until it’s finished. The City of Pascagoula says this...
Mississippi State leads the nation with eleven Major League Draft picks
The 2024 Major League Baseball Draft is over. The selection process ended with Mississippi State leading all Southeastern Conference programs with eleven players picked. The impact of the draft is still not known as some players have some decisions to make about playing another year of college ball or inking a pro deal. Despite the pending nature of those decisions, Mississippi State got a good result from the draft.
‘They Make People Smile’ – Panola couple brings joy with flowers
By Ian Sparks Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, weddings and even funerals are all adorned with flowers. They are there in the best of times and the worst of times. For Lenny and Sandra Baronowski, flowers are there all the time. The Baronowskis are natives of Sardis, but their journey is anything but linear. “We’ve known […] The post ‘They Make People Smile’ – Panola couple brings joy with flowers appeared first on The Panolian.
MDAC offers Organic Certification Cost-Share Program
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Commissioner Andy Gipson announced that the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) is offering a cost-share program for Mississippi organic producers and handlers. This is for producers and handlers who are receiving certification or continuation of certification by a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) accredited certifying agent. Funding is […]
Woman wanted in Colorado captured in Mississippi
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – A fugitive from Colorado was recently captured in Mississippi. George County deputies said Danielle Compton was arrested on Sunday, July 14. She was wanted for escape (failure to comply with community corrections). Compton is being held at the George County Regional Jail on no bond.
Is corporal punishment still legal in Mississippi schools?
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A controversial practice to discipline children in school is still widely used in Mississippi According to the National Education Association, corporal punishment in school is legal in 17 states, including Mississippi. Based on data from the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), Mississippi is the national leader in the use of corporal […]
Nation’s Best Enters Mississippi, Hits 60 Stores With Latest Acquisition
With its acquisition of Huntington Lumber & Supply Co. in Hazlehurst, Nation’s Best enters Mississippi and adds to its growing network of stores across the U.S., bringing its total location count to 60. “Huntington Lumber & Supply is very much in line with the type of home improvement stores...
Condition of State Park is an embarrassment
Dear Editor, On July 8, 2024, I rode through Sardis Dam and observed the State run areas, part of the campground and John Kyle State Park. The condition of these two locations is an embarrassment. If the state of Mississippi is unable to keep up its obligations it should ask the Federal Government to take […] The post Condition of State Park is an embarrassment appeared first on The Panolian.
Starkville teachers and students prepare for late-July start of school
Starkville students and teachers are preparing for the start of a new school year. Starkville teachers and students prepare for late-July start of school. Starkville students and teachers are preparing for the start of a new school year.
Kid’s Cooking Class at Catfish Row on July 20
VICKSBURG, Miss. – Catfish Row’s Summer Chef series continues this weekend with a Kid’s Cooking Class this Saturday, July 20 beginning at 10 a.m. with Ali Hopson and Francine Nossor. The theme for this Saturday’s event is “Eat the Rainbow”. “Bring your little chefs...
Five-star 2026 quarterback Ryder Lyons to visit Ole Miss and three other SEC schools this month
Ole Miss's future at quarterback after Jaxson Dart looks healthy, with a talented set of young players on the roster. Head coach Lane Kiffin is looking to keep that line of talent by recruiting the 2026 class of signal callers. He will have an elite talent from California on campus this month.
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