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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.
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...
Truth Lounge remains closed as appeal moves forward
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) – A Natchez lounge will remain closed as an appeal of the city’s decision to close the business moves forward. The Natchez Democrat reported a judge told an attorney representing Truth Lounge that the law does not allow for injunctive relief in the case. In April, the city’s Planning Commission voted 4-3 […]
Tre Harris’ Draft Profile | Ole Miss, WR Scouting Report
The Ole Miss Rebels are expected to contend in 2024, and they’ll rely on their offense to rack up points. With his 2025 NFL Draft scouting report, wide receiver Tre Harris is one of the central talents in the Rebels’ attack, and he could carry that talent to the NFL.
Ole Miss football might not face the two head coaches with the lowest odds of being fired first
When the odds for the first college football head coach to be fired were released, it was no surprise who was at the top of the list. Arkansas head coach Sam Pittman and Florida head coach Billy Napier look like they are on borrowed time. How much longer will they be given if results don't start to go their way?
Greenville Park Commission Significantly Increases Rental Fees
GREENVILLE, Miss.–The fees for events at Greenville parks are going up significantly and Mayor Errick Simmons has publicly opposed the decision by the Park Commission to raise the fees. In a statement on the city Facebook page, Simmons said he is disturbed by the decision, even though he understands...
WTVA not airing noon and 4 p.m. newscasts during 2024 Paris Olympics
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — WTVA’s 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. newscasts — which air Monday through Friday — will not air from July 26 to Aug. 11. This is because of NBC’s broadcast of the 2024 Paris Olympics. This will not affect any other newscasts.
C Spire pulls ads from Olympics
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -A Mississippi based company is standing firm and will not advertise in this year’s Olympics. Saturday, they contacted television stations where they placed Olympic buys and asked for those spots to be removed. The company’s post reads, “We were shocked by the mockery of the Last Supper during the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics.
Arrest warrants issued for ‘persons of interest’ in Thursday shooting in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Two Hattiesburg residents identified as “”persons of interest” connected to a Thursday morning shooting have had warrants sworn against them, charging each with aggravated assault/use of deadly weapon. According to the Hattiesburg Police Department Facebook page, both Keon Ray Shawn Griffin, 25, and...
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...
Mississippi College presents pastor’s diploma to daughter 100 years later
Most new college graduates who walk across the commencement stage to accept their “diplomas” and shake their university president’s hand understand that their actual graduation documents will be sent to them after the ceremony. In the case of Rev. Barney W. Walker Sr. – a Mississippi College...
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