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Deion Sanders' son shares strong approval of Lane Kiffin after he roasted Paul Finebaum on air
Deion Sanders' oldest son, Deion Jr., aka Bucky Sanders, shared approval of Lane Kiffin after the Ole Miss head coach verbally assaulted Paul Finebaum live on ESPN airwaves by saying Kiffin was his second favorite coach behind Coach Prime. “Coach Lane Kiffin is my next favorite coach after my dad,"...
Southern Miss football recruiting director Joe Moreno leaves for Ravens; assistant will be promoted
The head of Southern Miss football's recruiting department is no longer with the Golden Eagles. Joe Moreno, the team's director of player personnel, has left Southern Miss to join the Baltimore Ravens where he'll be a player personnel assistant, according to the Ravens website and his X bio. He confirmed the news Friday with a post on X. ...
Two Northeast Mississippi Community College pitchers selected in MLB draft
Two pitchers who played for Northeast Mississippi Community College have been selected in the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft. Aidan Foeller of Southaven and Colby Holcome of Florence, Alabama, were selected in the same MLB First-Year Player Draft Class. Foeller was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers while Holcome was picked by the Toronto Blue Jays.
TFC 2010 girls win USYS National Presidents Cup
In a summer filled with challenges, the Tupelo Futbol Club’s 2010 girls team was faced with one last test. They passed it with flying colors. This past weekend, TFC won the 14U division of the United States Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup in Wichita, Kansas. They’re the first team from the state of Mississippi to ever win the tournament. “To show what teams from Mississippi can do and ...
Cow bones discovery temporarily halts construction project
The discovery of bones on a construction site caused some mayhem on Thursday. According to Oxford Mayor Robyn Tannehill, bones were discovered at the construction site of the Downtown Regional Detention Project. “Late afternoon, yesterday, July 18, the contractor employed by the city of Oxford for the Downtown Regional Detention Project unearthed what the contractor […] The post Cow bones discovery temporarily halts construction project appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Planning Commission agrees to rehear request for children’s home at 806 N. Union
NATCHEZ — The Natchez Planning Commission voted 6 to 2 to rehear the request from New Hope Missionary Baptist Church for a special exception to operate the former Natchez Children’s Home again as a children’s home. The planning commission held a public hearing on the request on June 6 to re-establish the non-conforming use of […] The post Planning Commission agrees to rehear request for children’s home at 806 N. Union appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Probable cause hearing is July 31 for complaint against fire chief
NATCHEZ — Natchez Municipal Judge Christina Daugherty will hold a probable cause hearing on July 31 at 10 a.m. to decide whether a complaint against the Natchez fire chief is warranted. Municipal Court is located inside the Natchez Police Department at 233 D’Evereux Drive. Former police officer and NAACP official Lee Ford filed a complaint […] The post Probable cause hearing is July 31 for complaint against fire chief appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Who are the political speakers for the 2024 Neshoba County Fair?
NESHOBA COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The 2024 Neshoba County Fair will kick off on Friday, July 26. Each year, the event provides a political platform for Mississippi’s local, district and state candidates. Those who attend the fair will hear from speakers at Founders Square. The speeches will take place during two days. Wednesday, July 31 […]
Federal Grant Funds Professional Growth for Mississippi Delta STEM Teachers
Delta State University has launched a new program to help STEM teachers in the Delta. The Collaborative for Rural STEM Education program provides resources and professional development. Its funding comes from a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education. This year’s program has 22 teachers from 12 districts, including Clarksdale Municipal School District […]
A Shopper's Delight! Local Merchant Prizes and Big Sales for July Sidewalk Sale
Ocean Springs shoppers will be on the lookout for some big sales and specials this Saturday during the second day of the Chamber's Annual July Sidewalk Sale. A host of local merchants have signed up to participate in offering shoppers one of a kind sales, specials and celebrations for Friday and Saturday.
Judge Lifts Social Media Gag Order on Heather Wyatt
PASCAGOULA, Miss – Chancery Court Judge Mark Maples lifted Heather Wyatt’s social media gag order during a hearing on Thursday afternoon in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Heather Wyatt, from Ocean Springs, claims that bullying led her 13-year-old daughter, Aubreigh Wyatt, who died by suicide. Earlier this week, the parents of the other children involved dropped their defamation case against the mother.
46th annual ‘Mississippi Watermelon Festival’ held in Mize
MIZE, Miss. (WDAM) - Smith County’s favorite fruit was celebrated this weekend during the 46th annual Mississippi Watermelon Festival. The town of Mize hosted the event, which was held on Friday night and Saturday at Mize City Park. There were lots of arts, crafts and food vendors, activities for...
Man shot, killed at Jackson gas station
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson police are investigating after a man was shot and killed at a gas station. The shooting happened just after 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 20 at the Texaco on Medgar Evers Boulevard. Detective Tommie Brown said the victim was identified as Jacobi Austin. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. […]
Takeaways from Jeff Lebby's Press Conference at SEC Media Days
Jeff Lebby met with the media on Wednesday, providing an opening statement and responding to several questions. After seeing Lebby's press conference, I developed a few key takeaways that will be critical for the Bulldogs this season. Jeff Lebby is instilling a winning culture for Mississippi State football. One of...
Cuddle Volunteers Needed at Brookhaven Animal Rescue League
The Brookhaven Animal Rescue League (BARL) is calling for Cuddle Volunteers to help socialize shy and abandoned animals. Many of these animals, often dumped as puppies, have had little to no human interaction, making it challenging for them to adapt and become adoptable. Cuddle Volunteers can make a significant impact...
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