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MSU’s Jurrangelo Cijntje taken 15th overall by Mariners in 2024 MLB Draft
Mississippi State ambidextrous pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje was selected 15th overall by the Seattle Mariners in the first round of the MLB Draft. The Curacao native is a natural left-hander who began throwing right-handed at 6 years old to be like his dad. His fastball reaches 90+ mph from both sides, but reaches close to 100 mph from his right side.
Golden gathering: OASIS group at Crossway enjoys fellowship
OASIS, or Outstanding Adults Sharing in Service, is a large group of senior adults spending time together at Crossway Church. The mission statement of the group is “to provide a welcoming environment wherein members can connect with each other, grow in the Lord, and serve the Lord with all their mind, heart and strength.” The […]
Main Street Pascagoula Director shares secrets of the model Designated Community
Main Street Pascagoula became an MMSA community in 2000, when Rebecca Davis was the director. Northrop took over the role last year when Davis retired. Main Street Pascagoula has zero vacant buildings available in its Flagship District. That staggering statistic represents a significant achievement for the one-person office that serves...
Motorcyclist killed in Calhoun County wreck
PITTSBORO, Miss. (WTVA) — A motorcyclist died following a crash in Calhoun County. Calhoun County Sheriff Greg Pollan identifed the victim as Robert Sanders, 24, of Eupora. The crash happened at approximately 3:10 p.m. on South Murphree Street in Pittsboro. A motorcycle and car collided.
Man wanted in 3 states arrested during traffic stop
A suspect wanted in three states was arrested during a traffic stop, Russellville Police said on Sunday. Billy Joe Williams was wanted in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi on almost a dozen charges. Those charges included robbery, assault, and exploitation of an elderly person. According to Russellville Police, Williams attempted to...
6-year-old killed during crash in Mississippi
PONTOTOC, Miss. (WTVA) - A 6-year-old died during a crash that happened in Pontotoc County, Mississippi. The crash occurred around 3:43 p.m. on Highway 278 on Friday. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, an SUV drove off the highway and overturned, resulting in the death of the 6-year-old passenger. Medical...
Konnor Griffin first high school player selected in 2024 MLB Draft
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -The first night of the 2024 MLB Draft was Sunday in Fort Worth, Texas, but in Jackson, friends and family of recent Jackson Prep graduate Konnor Griffin gathered at the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame eager to hear his name announced. The crowd at the MSHOF did...
Taylor's Sunday Evening First Alert Forecast
Once again, it was incredibly hot and humid today! A few hit or miss showers and storms developed this afternoon, but many of us didn’t see any rain. Any lingering storms will diminish shortly after the sunset. Temperatures will drop into the mid to upper 70s by early Monday morning. We’re going to be under another Heat Advisory on Monday! Thankfully, the end of the week doesn't look as hot. Here's the latest forecast.
Mississippi State baseball 2024 MLB Draft live updates: Track Bulldogs who've been picked
The 2024 MLB Draft has arrived, and it is shaping up to be another successful run for Mississippi State baseball and coach Chris Lemonis. The Bulldogs, after having their season end in the Charlottesville Regional, are projected to have a handful of players drafted. Some could go as early as the first round, with players such as Jurrangelo Cijntje and Dakota Jordan being taken in that range in multiple mock drafts. Other players such as Khal...
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