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Seven Ole Miss Rebels head to Paris for Olympic Games
OXFORD, Miss. (WJTV) – Seven Ole Miss Rebels will represent their home countries during the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, France. The seven Olympic berths this year come from two sports (soccer, track & field) and ties the Ole Miss department record set first by the 2016 delegation to Rio. Representing Ole Miss in […]
Wing it: Slim Chickens cooks up deals for National Chicken Wing Day
National Chicken Wing Day will be celebrated on July 29, and Slim Chickens is preparing for a busy day at its location on 518 S. Montgomery Street. The restaurant, known for its chicken tenders and wings, is offering special deals to mark the occasion. David Bagwell, owner and director of...
From the Deep South to Down Under: MSU flying fox research, new technology combine to prevent viral transmission
STARKVILLE, Miss.—From some 8,000 miles away, Mississippi State scientist Manuel Ruiz-Aravena in the university’s Forest and Wildlife Research Center is studying flying foxes, or fruit bats, in Australia to determine the likely causes of viral spillover from animal to human. The assistant professor in wildlife, fisheries and aquaculture...
Thursday’s Dawg Biscuits: Updates on 2025 prospects Tyler Lockhart, Ferzell Shepard and Gevonte Ware
Step inside for the latest on several 2025 and 2026 prospects on Mississippi State’s radar in football and basketball: First Biscuit – Starting the day with basketball recruiting, on Wednesday I exchanged messages with 2025 power forward and On3 four-star prospect Gevonte Ware of 1 of 1 (N.C.) Academy. He’s another guy on Mississippi State’s […] The post Thursday’s Dawg Biscuits: Updates on 2025 prospects Tyler Lockhart, Ferzell Shepard and Gevonte Ware appeared first on On3.
Contour Airlines CEO expects 'no issues' with added Dallas route from Tupelo
TUPELO – While the U.S. Department of Transportation has yet to approve Contour Airlines' bid to add a Tupelo-to-Dallas route, the airline's CEO doesn't expect it to be a problem. "I don’t foresee any issues," Matt Chaifetz said. "The grant will need to be in place, but there's no reason why it shouldn't." In April, in its effort to renew its contract with Tupelo Regional Airport, the airline ...
New agricultural plant coming to Wayne County
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - Folks in Waynesboro are celebrating the first fungicide plant in the area. After purchasing Odom Industries this past December, Sipcam Argo Solutions is expanding its operations into Wayne County. The company is investing more than $2 million into the new plant, which makes agricultural chemicals...
Ocean Springs encourages Mississippi artists to enter the Blue Moon Art Contest
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WKRG) — Mississippi artists could win a cash prize and be selected as a featured artist at an upcoming art contest. The contest is the Blue Moon Art Contest. According to a press release, the contest is open to Mississippi artists 21 years of age or older who submit a painted art […]
Mississippi State Football Dominate 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl Watchlist with Six Standout Seniors
Mississippi State football players are gaining recognition on the 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl Top 1000 watchlist, showcasing their potential for the upcoming NFL Draft. Six senior Bulldogs made the list: QB Blake Shapen, WRs Kelly Akharaiyi and Trent Hudson, C Ethan Miner, S Corey Ellington, and CB Montre Miller. In...
Mississippi: Biloxi casinos donate $85K in cash and kind to Mercy Cross Homeless Center
Mississippi: Biloxi casinos donate $85K in cash and kind to Mercy Cross Homeless Center. On Tuesday, all eight Biloxi casinos came together to donate $85,000 in cash and kind to the Mercy Cross Homeless Center in Biloxi. Story continues below. The Beau Rivage, Golden Nugget, Treasure Bay, Hard Rock, Harrah’s,...
Tupelo Salvation Army installs cameras for added security
Www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2024-07-24 18:35:04. SUMMARY: Tupelo Salvation Army recently completed installing a security system, including cameras, following incidents of theft and vandalism. Over $3,000 was stolen last fall, prompting concerns for safety on the premises. Captain Leanna Marion noted a significant decrease in criminal activity since the system's installation and fewer police calls, allowing law enforcement to focus on other emergencies. New policies, such as restricting access during the day except for meals and implementing a day pass system, aim to enhance safety. The shelter provides vital support to the homeless community, prioritizing a safer environment for its guests.
Prater works to return from injury, wants to perform for the Bulldogs
Without having played a single game, Chandler Prater is already making her mark inside the Mississippi State basketball locker room. A veteran inside the Power 4 conferences, Prater played her first four years at Kansas before transferring within the Big 12 conference to Oklahoma State. She was poised for a big final year of basketball before she went down with an Achilles injury just five games into the campaign.
Hampton says Lady Vols set to start soccer season
Boston Hampton is very confident about the Starkville Academy Lady Volunteers as they get set to open the soccer season on Saturday. After Tuesday night's 2-0 victory in a scrimmage against Starkville Home School, Hampton was encouraged with what he saw. Rylee Fisher and Sara Stokes McReynolds scored one goal each for Starkville Academy.
Tupelo Police confirm one person injured in shooting on Monument Drive
Tupelo Police report one person was wounded in a Wednesday afternoon shooting. Tupelo Police confirm one person injured in shooting on Monument Drive. Tupelo Police report one person was wounded in a Wednesday afternoon shooting.
Southaven renews lease Arena lease for volleyball league
Southaven has renewed its lease for The Arena with Memphis Volleyball Association for another three years, touting the deal as one of the easiest and best decisions they have ever made. The deal calls for Memphis Volleyball Academy to pay $10,000 a month to rent the 80,000 square foot climate...
BOMA encourages locals to support weekend catfish tourney
The Bill Dance Mississippi River Monsters Megabucks Pro Series Catfish Tournament has returned to the River City for its second year and during its regular meeting Thursday, the Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BOMA) encouraged locals to support this weekend’s activities. Vicksburg Ward 2 Alderman Alex Monsour said the second installment of the tournament, […]
Players of the Pine Belt: Sumrall LB/fullback Brendan Lewis
SUMRALL, Miss. (WDAM) - Sumrall High School knows what lies ahead in Class 4A. The Bobcats are building themselves up this summer for what should be a grueling, physical fall. “I love hitting people,” said Sumrall senior Brendan Lewis. “There’s nothing better than lining up on a Friday night - whether it’s defense, kickoff or offense - and just going at it and getting at somebody.”
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