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Groundbreaking held for Rising Spring development
A proposed upscale mixed-use development located directly across from Mississippi College took a significant leap forward July 30 during a formal naming ceremony in Anderson Hall at MC and an official groundbreaking on the site along U.S. Highway 80 in Clinton. MC President Blake Thompson said site preparation on the...
Magee native enjoying new role in revitalized Southern Miss football offense
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WLBT) - In the heat of a grueling fall camp ahead of a crucial 2024 season for Southern Miss football, one fan-favorite is adjusting to his new position with ease. Magee native Chandler Pittman has typically been deployed as a running back in his three years at Southern...
First Day of School: Enterprise opens with assembly
ENTERPRISE — Monday was the first day of school for students across Lincoln County School District. Enterprise opened their school year with a parade at 7:55 a.m. followed by a first day of school assembly in the school’s gym. Share your first day of school pictures by emailing them to news@dailyleader.com. The post First Day of School: Enterprise opens with assembly appeared first on Daily Leader.
Meridian Township Announces 2nd Annual Meridian Pride Event
To recognize, celebrate, and bring together the Township’s diverse LGBTQIA+ community, Meridian Township will host its 2nd Annual Meridian Pride event on Saturday, August 10 from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the Marketplace on the Green Pavilion (1995 Central Park Drive, Okemos, MI). This event is free and...
Delta In a Minute 8-5
NESHOBA COUNTY MISSISSIPPI - Officials from the Neshoba County Coroner’s Office report that 52-year-old jockey Jarrod Deschamp, of Kiln, died on Wednesday after he collapsed on the way to the barn after winning at the harness racing track at the Mississippi county fair. Officials say he died after experiencing...
Behind the Business: Bankhouse Coffee
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WLOX) - Either driving up or walking into Bankhouse Coffee in Long Beach, you’re greeted with a smile and hello. Since 2000, Shawn and Lynne Montella have served the community fresh, in-house roasted and brewed coffee... roasting coffee beans on a machine that dates back to the 1800s.
ERDC names new ITL director
The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) has selected Dr. Robert Moser as the new director of the Information Technology Laboratory (ITL). As director, Moser will lead a team of approximately 700 federal and contractor personnel who work in the areas of information technology, high-performance computing, data analytics, software engineering, scientific visualization and […]
Arson suspect sought in Catfish Cabin fire
CLEVELAND - It appears that the investigation into the fire that shut down The Catfish Cabin in Boyle, has turned into an arson investigation. The Cleveland-Bolivar County Crimestoppers posted a surveillance picture, it says was taken the night of the fire. It shows a shadowy figure approaching the entrance. The...
Sign created by Florida State students honoring civil rights icon to be placed in Kosciusko
A sign created by students and a professor at Florida State University recognizing civil rights icon, and Attala County native, James Meredith will be placed in Kosciusko. The project, which mayor Tim Kyle confirmed to Breezy News has been in the works for several months, is the work of Davis Houck, Fannie Lou Hamer Professor of Rhetorical Studies, and his spring 2024 rhetorical criticism class.
City Gear hosts 6th annual Cutz 4 Kids back-to-school event
City Gear hosted its sixth annual "Cutz 4 Kids" back-to-school event. This campaign has been held at select City Gear locations since July 27, including the Aug. 4 event in Jackson. Contina Jones, a mother who attended the event, says it's a great way to get trendy clothing items for...
Serengeti Springs looking to next season as summer ends
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Serengeti Springs officially opened for its first season on May 25. Now, less than 90 days in, leaders are already looking to next season when considering new policies. “Ranging from figuring out our rain check policies, weather policies, line management, crowd control, capacity limits, we’ve learned...
Quitman High School’s TV Broadcasting class competes in Nationals
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - In late June, Quitman High School’s TV Broadcasting competed at TSA nationals in Orlando, FL. This all started in April when they competed in Mississippi’s state competition. Four students, Slater Adams, Jamei McGhee, William Patrick, and Dillon turner won first place for audio podcasting and music.
UMMC takes heart patient from lethal diagnosis back to athletic powerhouse
Sixty-one years old this month, Montyne “Tina” King Clay is as much of an athlete as she’s ever been. When she isn’t running a marathon, playing sports, or taking classes at Orange Theory, she’s coaching women in her community. Despite her bill of excellent health,...