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LB Corey Amos commits to Ole Miss football, re-joins Lane Kiffin's recruiting class
OXFORD — Corey Amos is back in the Ole Miss football fold. Just over a month after the three-star linebacker decommitted from the Rebels and re-opened his recruitment, Amos once again pledged to play for Ole Miss on Friday in a social media post. "Ain't no other place I'll rather be," he...
Picayune mother, son arrested for alleged theft of iron pilings
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WLOX) - On Friday, Picayune Police Department announced the arrest of two people believed to have stolen iron pilings which were to be used to repair a bridge inside the city. Following an investigation, detectives determined Carla Lee Mitchell and Wyatt Ethan Mitchell, a mother-and-son duo, were two...
Town of Heidelberg to hold special election on Sept. 5
HEIDELBERG, Miss. (WDAM) - The Town of Heidelberg has started its search for a new mayor. Th search for a new municipal leader comes nearly two weeks after Mayor David Taylor II unexpectedly passed away on July 14. “We look forward to continuing with the town and trying to improve...
Hattiesburg Zoo’s Animal Athletes Preparing for Competition in Honor of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris
In honor of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, the Hattiesburg Zoo’s animal residents couldn’t resist getting in on the fun!. Over the next two weeks, during the Olympic Summer Games, the Hattiesburg Zoo will be featuring its animal athletes and the sports they will be competing in (or hope to be competing in) this summer! The animals and their Zookeepers hope you will stop by the Zoo during their training and competitions to see them in action at Hattiesburg Zooooolympics. Features will be posted on the Hattiesburg Zoo’s social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.
Oxford Community Awaits Justice, Judge Denies Sealing Documents in Trial of Suspect in UM Student Jay Lee's Disappearance
The search for answers continues in the case of the former University of Mississippi student Jimmie "Jay" Lee, who vanished on July 8, 2022, leaving a ripple of concern and unanswered questions within the Oxford community. In a case that has gripped the region, Lafayette County Circuit Court Judge Kelly Luther has denied a request to seal documents related to the trial of Sheldon Timothy Herrington Jr., the man accused of Lee's murder, as reported by FOX13. Herrington, who posted a $250,000 bond, is set to stand trial later this year, with pre-trial publicity cited as a concern for both the defense and the prosecution.
Starkville Habitat Restore reaches $1M project goal
Www.wcbi.com – MorrisAdmin – 2024-07-26 18:25:02. SUMMARY: Starkville Habitat for Humanity has reached its $1 million goal, enabling the construction of new homes for families in need. Twana Hubbard, a local resident, shared her struggles after her roof collapsed in 2019 and expressed gratitude for being approved for a new home. Project Construction Manager John Breazeale emphasized the importance of community support in helping families and fostering generational stability through housing. The executive director, Amanda Henry, acknowledged the tremendous local support contributing to this effort. The Hubbards are set to move into their new home before the holiday season, highlighting the program's impact on the wider community.
Ole Miss basketball aiming to improve its recruiting class with these 2025 prospects
Ole Miss basketball sits at No.3 in the 2025 recruiting rankings with two four-star commits. Both commits are two of the best in Ole Miss's program history, showing the recruiting pull that Chris Beard has brought to the team. Not surprisingly, Beard has eyes on several more recruits, which are...
Jackson State’s Sonic Boom Raising Funds for Rose Parade
The Sonic Boom of the South is preparing for its Rose Parade debut, rallying community support to help fundraising the trip to the west coast. The post Jackson State’s Sonic Boom Raising Funds for Rose Parade appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Wood pellets boomed in the US South. Climate activists want Biden to stop boosting industry growth
GLOSTER, Miss. (AP) — This southern Mississippi town's expansive wood pellet plant was so close to Shelia Mae Dobbins' home that she sometimes heard company loudspeakers. She says industrial residues coated her truck and she no longer enjoys spending time in the air outdoors. Dobbins feels her life —...
Ole Miss Baseball Star Ethan Lege Joins Pittsburgh Pirates After 2024 Draft Success
Ole Miss outfielder Ethan Lege has officially signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates after being selected in the fifth round of the 2024 MLB Draft. The Pirates plan to transition him to a third baseman, marking a position change for Lege. Known for his performance with the Rebels, he was a standout player batting .323 with 13 home runs before an injury cut his season short.
Ole Miss star pitcher Hunter Elliott to return for 2025 season
OXFORD — Ole Miss star pitcher Hunter Elliott — the Tupelo native who helped lead the Rebels to the College World Series title in 2022 — announced Thursday on social media he will return for the the 2025 season. Elliott was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 20th round of the MLB Draft earlier this month. The 6-foot-3 lefty pitched in just two games in 2023 and did not play in 2024 due ...
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