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Gulfport High School rolls out new security system
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - On Monday, Gulfport High School introduced a new security system that starts with the touch of a button. The Tennessee-based company Alpha Alert Security is finishing installing the system to reduce emergency response time to less than five seconds. With a receiver box being installed all...
Jeff Lebby identifies multiple Mississippi State players that aren’t being talked about enough
Mississippi State is flying under the radar in Jeff Lebby‘s first season as the program’s head coach. In an interview with On3’s Andy Staples, Lebby revealed which of his players are being overlooked ahead of the 2024 campaign. “There’s a couple of guys. You look at it on the defensive side of the ball. John […] The post Jeff Lebby identifies multiple Mississippi State players that aren’t being talked about enough appeared first on On3.
Blake Shapen details why he wanted to play for Jeff Lebby
Blake Shapen transferred to Mississippi State with one goal in mind — to play for one of the best offensive-minded coaches in the country. He believed that’s what he’d get by committing to first-year Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby. Shapen’s mindset hasn’t changed after spending almost a full offseason in Starkville. “If I knew I […] The post Blake Shapen details why he wanted to play for Jeff Lebby appeared first on On3.
Petal High hires former professional player as new girl’s basketball coach
PETAL, Miss. (WDAM) - The ladies of the Petal Panthers basketball team have a new coach at the head. Monday afternoon, the Petal School District announced the hiring of Coach Maggie Proffitt at Petal High School. “We are thrilled to have Maggie taking the reins of our girl’s basketball program,”...
New Albany superintendent sets expectations for school year
NEW ALBANY, Miss. (WTVA) — Tony Cook is almost a month into his new job in the New Albany School District. The school district named Cook its new superintendent in May, and he officially took over on July 1. The longtime educator previously held the same position in Amory...
Recent violence prompts Salvation Army to make changes at Mississippi campus
After recent incidents of violence, the Salvation Army has decided that it will close one of its Mississippi campuses and serve daily meals to-go on the weekends. The Tupelo branch posted an announcement about the weekend changes on Facebook on Friday. “Due to some violence and property destruction that happened...
Successful “Pack the Backpack” campaign benefits local students
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - WTOK partnered with Wendy’s over the last month for our first “Pack the Backpack” campaign. On Monday, WTOK delivered school supplies and backpacks to the United Way of East Mississippi to be delivered to children in area schools. During the month of July, our viewers responded generously by donating at the Wendy’s locations in Lauderdale and Neshoba counties.
Long Beach announces new $1.9 million purchase of beachfront property
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WLOX) - The city of Long Beach and the Land Trust for the Mississippi Coastal Plain celebrated a $1.9 million purchase for 32 acres of undeveloped beachfront property. The 32 acres is located between Markham and Marcie Drive, and it runs from the train tracks to the...
Ole Miss football defensive lineman makes multiple preseason watchlists
Two preseason watchlists were announced today, with Ole Miss defensive lineman Walter Nolen making both. The former Texas A&M player and No.2 ranked transfer is looking for a breakout season with his new team, Ole Miss. The media believe that he might do that after making both watchlists. The first...
South Jackson residents demand end to illegal dumpers repeatedly targeting one street
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – It’s a never-ending cycle of frustration and trash for some South Jackson residents who are tired of illegal dumping. The city’s repeated cleanup efforts are for nothing, and residents are demanding an end to people using their neighborhood as a dumping ground. In...
City, county reach agreement on Morgantown Road, fire service, 911 dispatch
NATCHEZ — The City of Natchez and the Adams County Board of Supervisors have finalized plans to fund and get started on the long-awaited Morgantown Road Drainage and Road Improvement, as well as come to a final agreement on E-911 dispatch service and fire protection services. The joint meeting of the two boards was Thursday […] The post City, county reach agreement on Morgantown Road, fire service, 911 dispatch appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Sam Kendricks journey to pole vaulting in Paris
OXFORD, Miss. (WLBT) – Oxford native Sam Kendricks is on his third Olympic appearance, and this year, he’s going for gold. Kendricks Olympic journey began in 2016 when he won the bronze medal for pole vaulting in Rio De Janeiro. After receiving his Olympic medal, the Ole Miss grad worked, trained, and found himself qualifying for the 2021 Olympics. Unfortunately, after a positive Covid test, he was unable to compete.
A Pine Belt church is teaching both spiritual and vocational skills
PETAL, Miss. (WDAM) - One Pine Belt Church is stepping up to provide skilled tradesmen. The Kensington Woods Church of Christ is offering a free training to learn skills like welding. The press of a button and the flip of a switch. For Chris Donovant, a preacher at Kensington Woods...
Week of fellowship at the Neshoba County Fair
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (WTOK) - Festivities are still occurring at the Neshoba County Fair. Monday entailed horse racing, the Twilight Hot Air Balloon Glow, Miss Neshoba County Fair Pageant and music by the Dylan Morgan Band. Harness and Running Horse Racing will continue throughout the week, along with other activities. The...