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Son of former Ole Miss player commits to home state LSU over Rebels and others
Four-star safety Jhase Thomas announced he was committing to LSU today, choosing the Tigers over Ole Miss, Colorado, Houston, and Texas Tech. The son of former Ole Miss cornerback Fred Thomas, he chose to commit to his in-state team over following in his father's footsteps at Ole Miss. It was reportedly a close run between the Tigers and the Rebels, with Jhase Thomas weighing both programs. However, the talented DB chose to stay home.
Law enforcement agencies unite for a basketball tournament
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Police Departments around the Golden Triangle unite together. The Starkville Police Department hosted a “Hooping with First Responders” event at the Starkville Sportsplex. Law enforcement agencies around the Golden Triangle from Columbus, Starkville, MSU, and West Point all huddled up to participate in...
Braden Montgomery drafted #12 overall in MLB Draft
FORT WORTH, Texas (WLBT) - The 2024 MLB Draft started Sunday in Fort Worth, Texas. According to MLB Pipeline’s most recent mock draft, four Mississippi players are expected to be drafted in the first round. The first off the board was Jackson Prep outfielder Konnor Griffin. Griffin was selected...
New business helps children with free school supplies
Www.wcbi.com – Anthony Jenkins – 2024-07-13 22:16:24. SUMMARY: With schools in Columbus, Miss., set to start soon, the newly opened Lab Boutique, owned by Rosalind Perry, organized a school supply drive to assist students and parents. The event was hosted within the store, where attendees received bags of essential supplies. Perry, whose store opened in April, expressed her aim to support the community and aid students in starting the new school term successfully. The initiative also intended to raise awareness about the store's presence in the community.
Gulfport Premium Outlets shoppers take advantage of state’s tax-free weekend
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - On Saturday, hundreds of shoppers kick off Mississippi’s tax-free weekend by buying clothes, shoes, and more. According to Gulfport Premium Outlets manager Pam Meinzinger, it’s the perfect time to shop for tax-free deals since it’s the end of the season for many stores.
First Alert Forecast: More heat to start the week but rain will return
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Tonight: Rain will begin to taper off throughout the rest of your Sunday night as the humidity will also still be around for the start to the week. Overnight, you can expect lows to drop into the mid 70s. Monday: The heat continues for the beginning...
Minor league baseball team grants aspiring broadcaster’s dream
An aspiring young broadcaster received a unique opportunity this weekend. The Mississippi Braves turned 14-year-old Pierce Gilbert’s request into an incredibly fun moment. Gilbert, a Little Rock, Mississippi native, came to the ballpark with a sign. The sign read, “I’m an aspiring broadcaster. Can I please call 1 inning in the booth? It would be Read more... The post Minor league baseball team grants aspiring broadcaster’s dream appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Students get ready for school with Dream Center Backpack Giveaway
July 13 – The DeSoto County Dream today held its annual Backpack Giveaway at Latimer Lakes Park in Horn Lake. The Dream Center provided up to 1,500 backpacks and school supplies to children of Title I parents in DeSoto County. We spoke with DeSoto County Dream Center Executive Director...
The MAX has lots of interactive exhibits for all ages
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Friday, the Freedom School composed of 4 sites (Greenville, Leland, Anguilla, and Metcalfe) took a trip to the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience. This school which caters to all kids within Mississippi holds a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Agriculture, and Math) summer program dedicated...
Massey Awarded a Program for Continuing Education Grant
LONG BEACH (GG) — P.E.O. Chapter B of Long Beach announces the award of a Program for Continuing Education (PCE) grant to Courtland Massey. P.E.O. is an international philanthropic educational organization interested in bringing women increased opportunities for higher education. Courtland and her husband Jacob are both employees of...
St. Andrew’s Grad, Former Ole Miss OF Prepares for MLB Draft
St. Andrew’s grad and former Ole Miss baseball outfielder Banks Tolley has taken an interesting path to the MLB Draft He first was a soccer player at Mercer, then went to Meridian CC, Ole Miss and then this year led the Sun Belt in HR at App State But he says he’s right where he […]
Ebeneezer Baptist hosts ‘Back to School Bash’
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - A back-to-school event was held at Ebeneezer Baptist Church Saturday. About two dozen volunteers gathered in the church parking lot to host a first-ever “Back to School Bash.”. Students got free backpacks filled with school supplies. The event also had food, face painting and other...
7th annual Yanky 72 memorial service ceremony
Itta Bena- Folks from across the nation stood in solidarity to mark 7 years since 15 marines and one navy corpsman died in the Yanky 72 crash. In 2017, Yanky 72, a cargo plane, carrying the 16 us servicemen was on its way to California for a training mission, when a propeller malfunctioned, and the plane crashed into a soybean field in Itta Bena.
The start of Trader Day makes its way to Lowndes County
Www.wcbi.com – Anthony Jenkins – 2024-07-13 21:53:38. SUMMARY: LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County hosted its first Trader Day at the Co-op Lowndes County farm supply, featuring over 20 vendors. Attendees could purchase fresh produce, plants, and farm animals, as well as pottery, arts and crafts, and home décor. Farmer Leah Huerkamp expressed her satisfaction with the event, noting its positive turnout and expressing hope for its continuation. Huerkamp plans to return as long as she has goods to sell. For more news and updates, followers can check Facebook and Twitter.
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