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Dreams come true for Prentiss mom with new triplets
For nearly 20 years, Anjerrica Lee, of Prentiss, has dreamed of becoming a mom. At age 14, she was told that the odds were slim after being diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome and endometriosis. But April 19, Lee’s dream came true, and she gave birth to not only one miracle baby but three. “It was […] The post Dreams come true for Prentiss mom with new triplets appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Salvation Army to host 2024 Back 2 School Bash
JACKSON, Miss (WJTV) – The Salvation Army of Jackson will partner with Together We Care and The Bee Inspired Foundation to host a Back 2 School Bash on Saturday, July 20. The event will be from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 570 E. Beasley Road in Jackson “We are thrilled to host our Back […]
Southern Miss star pitcher Niko Mazza, signee DJ Layton plan to sign MLB contracts
Southern Miss baseball signee DJ Layton will sign with the Baltimore Orioles, he told the Hattiesburg American Wednesday. Starting pitcher Niko Mazza intends to sign with the San Francisco Giants, he said on the "SuperTalk Eagle Hour" radio show. Layton, a shortstop from South Carolina, was picked by the Orioles on Monday in...
AKA Mu Xi Omega Chapter feeding the community from their newly Ivy Harvest Community Garden
The AKA Mu Xi Omega Chapter created the Ivy Harvest Community Garden as their 2024 “Enhance Our Environment” initiative. So far, the sorority has fed 24 families as they have volunteered their time growing okra, tomatoes, cucumbers, three types of watermelon, Lima beans, bell peppers, squash, banana peppers, and many more vegetables.
Former Southern Miss football player retires from NFL playing career
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A former Southern Miss football player and Las Vegas Raider has announced his retirement from football. Jalen Richard made the announcement on Wednesday via his Instagram account. “Some doors close on themselves and we become locked out while God holds the key,” a portion of his...
Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: July 19-21
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 (July 12-14) around Mississippi. Central Mississippi World Snake Day – Jackson – Friday Bubbles, Brews, and Bites Paint & Sip – Jackson – Friday Belhaven Block […]
Forest Spotlight: Planning for a prescribed fire
BUDE — A map with burn blocks marked out is tacked to a bulletin board in Trey Bolt’s office. He is the Fire Management Officer for the Homochitto National Forest. Bolt works in tandem with the HNF District Ranger Shaun Williamson, Mississippi Forestry Commission and local agencies to complete thousands of acres of prescribed fire each […] The post Forest Spotlight: Planning for a prescribed fire appeared first on Daily Leader.
Tadlock elected to the Board of Directors for District VI, 3A-4A for the MAC
Tony Tadlock has been elected to the Board of Directors for District VI, 3A-4A for the Mississippi Association of Coaches. This will be his second consecutive term. Tadlock, who is entering his eighth year as Raymond High School’s Head Basketball Coach, currently has a record of 192 wins and 41 losses. Under Tadlock’s leadership, the Rangers have played for seven straight state championships where they won a total of four, including the 2024 State Title. Tadlock also won a championship in 2017 which was his last season at Meridian High School.
Mississippi State's John Lewis slams Ole Miss for Come to the 'Sip: 'It's overrated. This is our state'
Ole Miss football's "Come to the 'Sip" slogan has become well-known as coach Lane Kiffin's Rebels have elevated their recruiting efforts in the transfer portal and high school ranks. But Mississippi State linebacker John Lewis expressed a sour taste for Ole Miss' use of the phrase at SEC Media Days...
South Jackson Neighborhood Association demands code enforcement amid blight
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Long-time homeowners in South Jackson are fighting property decline they say they’ve witnessed as their property value decreases. Those maintaining their homes accuse the city of not doing its part to improve their communities. They are demanding action. One of three vacant houses beside each...
Police: Homeless man arrested after carjacking, assaulting woman in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss. (WLOX) - Thursday, the Waveland Police Department announced the arrest of 24-year-old Taye Thomas-Troy Dufrene after the investigation of a carjacking. The incident took place around 8 a.m. Thursday morning, which is when investigators say a woman was approached by Dufrene in the parking lot of Wal-Mart and asked her for a ride, offering money in return. She agreed, and as the woman drove into the area of Avenue B and Coral Street, Dufrene began punching her in the face and said he would kill her if she didn’t get out of the car. She complied, and Dufrene drove off in the vehicle.
Former Shipps Flower Shop starting to transform
BROOKHAVEN — The former Shipps Flower Shop is seeing some major work done to the exterior. Residents may have noticed a change to the front of the shop at 609 US51 S in Brookhaven. Last year, a banner was displayed outside the business stating intentions to open Roadside BBQ/Wine and Spirits. The building is now […] The post Former Shipps Flower Shop starting to transform appeared first on Daily Leader.
Holly Springs sheriff rules mass shooting as murder-suicide
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The deadly mass shooting in Holly Springs, Mississippi on Sunday has been ruled as a “murder-suicide”, according to the Marshall County Sheriff. “Based on the evidence we have collected, based on the forensic interview of a child witness that was present when this tragedy occurred, it is my opinion at this time […]
Moss Point Sports Hall of Fame Inductees has been announced for 2024
Jay Adams – (1956) – Baseball. Jerry D. Alexander – (1975-2008) – Football Coach. Robert “Honeyman” Evans, Jr. – (1957) – Football and Basketball. Hubert “Guts” Frederick Fisher – (1895) – Football. Barry Gibson – (1972) – Football,...
Noll named FCS Football Central Preseason All-American
JACKSON, Miss. | FCS Football Central releases its Preseason All-American Team featuring four student-athletes from HBCUs all from the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC). Jackson State punter Matt Noll was named Second Team All-American after he earned Preseason First Team All-Conference honors on Tuesday. He finished the year recording 34 punts for 1,507 yards. He averaged 44.3 yards per punt and recorded a season-high 65-yard punt. He finished the season with three touchbacks and a pair of fair catches.
JJ Pegues named nomineee for the 2024 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team
NORTHBROOK, Ill. – Ole Miss football senior defensive tackle and Oxford's own JJ Pegues has been named one of a record 178 nominees for the 2024 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, as announced by both Allstate and the Wuerffel Foundation on Wednesday morning. This is Pegues' second consecutive appearance...
Ceremony for ‘Legacy’ benches in downtown Bay St. Louis
The Hancock Chamber will celebrate a ribbon cutting ceremony at the historic Hancock County Courthouse on Main St. in Bay St. Louis on Thursday, July 18, from 4-5 p.m. for the new “Legacy” benches. The 2023/24 Chamber Leadership Hancock County Class “Legacy Committee” sold 11 of the benches,...
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