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Kpaka experiences jolt of energy since joining the Bulldogs
A jolt of energy has come for Sulaiman Kpaka in his final season of eligibility. Starkville has brought a familiar feeling to the surface for the Texas big man as he’s returned to the south to play for Mississippi State. Beyond the dread of the summer heat, Kpaka relishes the southern cooking that has returned to his life. He also is getting the pleasure of remembering why he was drawn to coach David Turner several years ago.
Starkville Fire Chief running for mayor
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Starkville’s Fire Chief wants to become the next mayor. Charles Yarbrough made the announcement this morning on Facebook. In the post, Yarbrough says he wants to be a mayor who listens, works tirelessly for residents, and brings innovative solutions to challenges. He joined the...
Temporary road closure in Starkville as bikers participate in Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) - Starkville Police Department announced that a temporary road closure will happen Friday, August 16th. Expect brief delays as motorcycles travel through Starkville for the 2024 Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Dinner Ride. Riders will leave Sturgis at 4:00 p.m. and arrive in Starkville at about 4:20 p.m.
‘Armed and dangerous’ shooting suspect wanted by Columbus police
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WTVA) - Investigators with the Columbus Police Department are looking for shooting and armed robbery suspect said to be “armed and dangerous.”. David Hall is wanted in the connection with the shooting that happened May 26, 2024 at the 600 block of 17th Street South. It left...
Chris Woods Secures Extension, Carjay Lyles Elevated to Associate Coach at MSU
Chris Woods has secured a four-year contract extension as head coach of Mississippi State's track and field program after leading the largest contingent of athletes to the NCAA Outdoor Championships in a decade. Since his appointment in June 2019, Woods has guided numerous student-athletes to outstanding collegiate performances, including multiple All-American honors. Also, Carjay Lyles has been promoted to associate head coach following his successful tenure overseeing sprints and jumps. The program is poised for continued success, evidenced by impressive rankings and record-breaking performances in recent seasons.
What to know about the bribery case that brought down former councilwoman Angelique Lee
After pleading guilty in federal court to conspiracy to commit bribery charges on Wednesday, Angelique Lee, the former Ward 2 councilwoman, will now wait until Nov. 13 for a judge to sentence her. Hours after she resigned from the Jackson City Council on Wednesday morning, Lee entered the Thad Cochran U.S. Courthouse...
Oxford man charged with accessory after the fact
OXFORD – A man arrested Sunday on an outstanding warrant now faces felony charges in Oxford. Oxford police came in contact with Freddie Lee Holmes, 42, of Oxford, on Aug. 11 in the 400 block of U.S. 278 West. Since Holmes had an active warrant from another department, he was arrested. After he was detained, it was discovered that investigators considered Holmes a person of interest in a felony ...
'Growth and opportunities': Isaiah Hamilton trying to be a better 'press-man' corner at Ole Miss
Defensive back Isaiah Hamilton didn't have all the notoriety and rankings other defensive players had coming out of Houston, Texas. However, that didn't stop him from just doing his job when given the opportunity at the next level. Hamilton spent his first three college football seasons at Texas Southern, where...
Northwest President’s Customer Service Awards go to dedicated employees
Aug 15, 2024 – Northwest Mississippi Community College announced the 2024 President’s Customer Service Award recipients during the college-wide Convocation on Aug. 12 at the Heindl Center for the Performing Arts. These awards are given to one faculty member and one staff member who have gone above and beyond in their service to those on and off campus.
Ole Miss announces women's golf team's 12-tournament schedule for the 2024-25 season
Coming up on a decade at the helm of the Ole Miss women's golf program, Kory Henkes has announced the team's 12-tournament schedule for the 2024-25 season. The regular season begins with four tournaments in the fall followed by six in the spring that will lead up the SEC Championship and NCAA postseason play.
DeSoto Civic Garden Club scholarship awarded
Photo: John Duncan of Sarah, Mississippi which is located in Tate County, received the scholarship in forestry for the coming school year. (Courtesy photo) Aug. 15, 2024 – Allie Crick, Scholarship Coordinator at Northwest Community College, has announced that student, John Duncan who recently graduated from Magnolia Heights in Senatobia, as the recipient of the DeSoto Civic Garden Club (DCGC) scholarship which would be applied to the 2024–2025 school year. Students from the following counties could have applied for the scholarship which include Calhoun, Tate, Quitman, Yalobusha, Marshall, Tallahatchie, DeSoto, Tunica, Benton, Lafayette, and Panola.
Ole Miss Soccer set for national TV matches versus Texas, Oklahoma
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Southeastern Conference and SEC Network announced the 26-game television schedule for the 2024 soccer season Thursday morning, and it features Ole Miss twice. The Rebels will be on SEC Network on Sept. 26, as they welcome Texas to Oxford for the first time since the 2003 NCAA Tournament. Their second nationally televised match will be on October 24 when they take on Oklahoma in Norman for the first time in program history.
Who are Mississippi State football’s strongest, fastest players? New strength coach weighs in
STARKVILLE — Shaud Williams’ first order of business as Mississippi State football’s new strength and conditioning coach was building relationships with the players. But that doesn’t mean the weights weren’t being pumped either. Williams spoke with the media following Thursday’s practice for the first time since he was hired by first-year Bulldogs coach Jeff Lebby in December. He provided insight into his philosophies he’s installed in the weight room, while also identifying who are some of the...
Columbus city councilman pleads guilty to DUI charge in Alabama
The court ordered Ward 4 Councilman Pierre Beard to pay more than $2,000 in fines for the misdemeanor counts. Columbus city councilman pleads guilty to DUI charge in Alabama. A Columbus councilman pleaded guilty Tuesday to driving under the influence and marijuana possession related to a traffic stop in December.
Cindy Walker breathes life into Alzheimer’s caregivers support group
For 14 years, Cindy Walker has been the facilitator of the Starkville Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group - officially affiliated with the Alzheimer’s Association. The group met regularly until Walker was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago, which resulted in the monthly meetings growing sporadic while she was undergoing treatments.
Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: August 16-18
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you’ll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (August 16-18) around Mississippi. Central Mississippi Mississippi Indie Film Forum – Jackson – Friday Food Truck Friday – Jackson – Friday Belhaven Block Party – Jackson […]
Decrepit Pipes Put Jackson, Mississippi, on the Edge of Catastrophe. State Regulators Didn’t Act.
For years, Jackson residents endured periods of low water pressure, potentially unsafe drinking water or no water at all. All the while, state inspectors found few problems with the failing pipes that caused those problems.
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