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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.
Adams County supervisors approve needs assessment for jail
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) – The Adams County Board of Supervisors approved funding for a needs assessment exploring the county jail. The Natchez Democrat reported Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten requested the supervisors to fund a $68,760 needs assessment for the jail. The supervisors approved the funds in a 4-1 vote on Monday, July 15. The […]
Contractors beginning work on North Jackson sinkhole, one week after 3 On Your Side report
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Residents say contractors have started preliminary work repairing a major sinkhole in North Jackson, a week after a WLBT report. Michael Gray-Lewis said crews with Delta Constructors were on Yucca Drive Tuesday morning, where they were beginning the initial work to repair a sinkhole there. Gray-Lewis...
Mother uses tragic loss to make positive difference
BROOKHAVEN — Falana McDaniel turned the tragic death of her son Mikeil McDaniel into an opportunity to make a positive difference. Her charity Mikeil D’s Hope Foundation was started to support the education of K-12 students. One of her programs is the Adopt-A-School program which provides necessary learning materials to support students who may not […] The post Mother uses tragic loss to make positive difference appeared first on Daily Leader.
Jackson State football predicted to finish third in SWAC East; three players named to All-SWAC first-team
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WLBT) - Jackson State football has received its preseason predicted finish along with key players earning preseason All-SWAC honors at the 2024 SWAC Football Media Days. Head JSU football coach TC Taylor enters his second season at the helm of his alma mater after leading a successful debut...
Leake Academy’s Brian Pickens to be inducted into MAIS Hall of Fame
Leake Academy Headmaster and head football coach Brian Pickens will be inducted into the Mid-Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) Coaches Association Sports Hall of Fame class of 2024. Brian Pickens was born in Shelby, MS in 1971 to Larry and Betty Pickens. He is married to the former Angie Bowen...
Authorities searching for suspects after man found dead in Jackson parking lot
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Jackson Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspects connected with a 2022 Jackson murder. The Jackson Police Department tells WLBT 3 On Your Side that officers found Jessie Ragsdale dead in a parking lot on Suncrest Drive near the Taco Bell location on July 9, 2022.
JPS offers extended registration for 2024-25 school year
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Leaders with the Jackson Public School District (JPS) announced parents will have an opportunity to register their children for the 2024-25 school year. The registration event will take place on Saturday, July 20 at Kirksey Middle School from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The school is located at 5677 Highland Drive […]
‘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.
Greg McElroy Reveals SEC Team That Will Exceed Expectations In 2024
The college football season is about a month away from kicking off. One sign is conferences holding their media day events in anticipation of the upcoming season. SEC media days are taking place this week, and the Ole Miss Rebels were one of the teams that drew attention in the first round of teams ...
Vicksburg’s Laurence Sullivan is now playing football at Nicholls State University
Vicksburg native Laurence Sullivan Jr. is now playing football at Nicholls State University. He entered the transfer portal back in December after spending one season at Coastal Carolina. Sullivan played high school football at Vicksburg High under former Head Coaches Tim Hughes and Todd McDaniel. The defensive back went on...
2 women wanted for fraud investigations in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Police in Hattiesburg are asking for the public’s help in identifying two women wanted for two separate fraud investigations. According to Hattiesburg Police Department Public Information Officer, Tate Rutland, 35-year-old Jessica Lewis of Shabuta has an active. warrant for computer fraud in connection to a...
King Solomon Baptist Church to Host Homecoming Celebration this Weekend
VICKSBURG, Miss. – King Solomon Baptist Church will hold their Homecoming Celebration this weekend beginning on Friday, July 19. Friday and Saturday, the Church will be host to a Garage Sale and other events. On Sunday, after the 8 a.m. Homecoming Service, the church will serve brunch. In the...
Tuesday’s Dawg Biscuits: Updates on 2025 prospects Kevin Oatis, Kolin Wilson and Jamarion Davis-Fleming
Step inside for the latest on several 2025 and 2026 prospects on Mississippi State’s radar in football and basketball along with team news: First Biscuit – Starting the day with football and team news, of late I have talked to sources about the Mississippi State safeties group entering training camp and that grouping is pretty […] The post Tuesday’s Dawg Biscuits: Updates on 2025 prospects Kevin Oatis, Kolin Wilson and Jamarion Davis-Fleming appeared first on On3.
‘I’m back’: Pearl native Riley Maddox to stay at Ole Miss baseball for 2025 season
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Ole Miss baseball received good news on Monday amid an overhaul of pitchers entering the transfer portal. Pitchers Liam Doyle, Kyle Carmack, JT Quinn, Josh Mallitz, and Grayson Saunier are just a few of the many notable names to enter the portal. In another season full...
AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS: Mayor and Board of Aldermen July 16th Meeting and Minutes
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a Recess Meeting on July 16, 2024 starting at 6 PM at City Hall. There will be a announcement in recognition of National Parks & Recreation Month with a Proclamation by the Mayor and Board. . This year's theme for National Parks and...
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