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No. 20 State Set for Sunday Showdown at Wake Forest
Winston-Salem, N.C. – Mississippi State Soccer continues its early-season road swing, heading to Winston-Salem for a Sunday matchup against Wake Forest. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 PM CT at Spry Stadium, where the 20th ranked Bulldogs will look to extend their unbeaten streak and secure a 4-0 start to the 2024 campaign.
Vardaman and South Pontotoc ends in scoreless stalemate
SOUTH PONTOTOC – There’s an old adage about defenses being ahead of offenses in the preseason, and that held true Friday night at South Pontotoc. Vardaman and the Cougars both failed to find the end zone in a 0-0 tie in a jamboree game. However, the two teams only played one quarter. “It’s a starting point, we’ve got a lot to work on,” Vardaman head coach Brennan Pugh said. “Defensively, I ...
BONEYARD: Retooled receiver room should bring excitement to Bulldog offense
The bad news for Mississippi State is the top five pass catchers from a season ago are gone. Tulu Griffin declared for the draft, Zavion Thomas transferred to LSU, Woody Marks headed out west to USC, Justin Robinson will now suit up for West Virginia and Freddie Roberson ran out of college eligibility.
Ole Miss football announces game day adjustments
OXFORD, Miss. (WJTV) – The 2024 Ole Miss football season will kickoff soon. Vaught-Hemingway Stadium sold out of season tickets in May. Limited quantities of single-game tickets for matchups against Furman, Middle Tennessee, Georgia Southern and Mississippi State still remain. Head to OleMissTix.com to buy tickets. Walk of Champions With construction completed on the University of Mississippi’s state-of-the-art […]
State approves county’s burn ban request; burning prohibited until Sept. 5
NATCHEZ — Adams County Fire Services Coordinator Darryl Smith asked the Mississippi Forestry Commission to declare a burn ban in Adams County several weeks ago due to extreme fire hazards caused by lack of rainfall and very dry conditions in Adams County. Several grass fires later, Smith received word on Thursday that the burn ban […] The post State approves county’s burn ban request; burning prohibited until Sept. 5 appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Habitat recipient praises God, receives keys to Verona home
TUPELO — Kimberly Ledbetter said her faith and her family got her through the process of homeownership and construction of her home with Habitat for Humanity. In fact, it is written into the walls of her new home. Northeast Mississippi Habitat for Humanity held a dedication ceremony for its first house of the year, Friday morning. The house, located on Fifth Street in Verona, was built almost ...
Gift of Life: Tupelo teacher is set to donate part of her liver to save her student's life
Tupelo teacher Holly Allgood is donating a piece of her liver to her student Bowen Dorr who desperately needs it. Gift of Life: Tupelo teacher is set to donate part of her liver to save her student's life. Tupelo teacher Holly Allgood is donating a piece of her liver to...
Mississippi State Celebrates Five Years of Global Food Security Innovation
In a celebratory gathering on August 22, Mississippi State University (MSU) marked a milestone in the fight against global hunger and poverty: five years of success through the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Fish. This effort, managed by MSU’s Global Center for Aquatic Health and Food Security, has been at the forefront of improving global health and sustainability through aquaculture. The event was marked by an announcement of a five-year grant extension that added $15 million in funding.
Mississippi State Football 2024: New Defensive Depth Chart Insights
The Mississippi State Bulldogs are gearing up for the 2024 college football season, with substantial changes to their roster and defensive scheme under new defensive coordinator Coleman Hutzler. Key players from last season remain, yet many are inexperienced or untested in their roles. The anticipated defensive depth chart features returning starters and newcomers, creating a blend of experience and fresh talent as the team prepares to face Eastern Kentucky.
Notes from Choctaw Co vs. Louisville jamboree
There is no introduction paragraph for this one. Caleb Cunningham is the truth. We have known that for a long time. Last night, we were able to see him take a slant route about 80 yards for a touchdown. It looked like he was out there swatting flies. Whatever college lands him on campus is getting a young man who is amazing. The five-star Alabama commit had the crowds going last night.
North Lee Water Association issues boil water notice
LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WTVA) – The North Lee Water Association has issued a boil water notice. The notice is for the Auburn area and includes everything south of County Road 1562, as well as:. County Road 931. County Road 1061. County Road 1560. County Road 1145. County Road 1460.
Contraband in Prison, and Many DUI and Drug Arrests in Leake and Attala
KIARA D BROWN, 22, of Sallis, Felony Indictment, ACSO. Bond N/A. RANDALL KEITH GRAVES, 32, of Walnut Grove, Bench Warrant – Leake County Justice Court, LCSO. Bond N/A. FRANKIE D JONES, 44, of Carthage, Bench Warrant – Leake County Justice Court, LCSO. Bond N/A. LISA M LOGAN, 52,...
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