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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.
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 […]
Former Ferriday police chief says mayor interfered with department
NATCHEZ — Former Ferriday, Louisiana, Police Chief Clarence “C.J.” Hall Jr. said he felt he had no choice but to resign his position because of interference in the operation of the police department by Ferriday’s mayor, Alvin Garrison He confirmed Saturday afternoon that he submitted his resignation on Friday afternoon, along with five other officers. […] The post Former Ferriday police chief says mayor interfered with department appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
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 […]
Authorities investigating deadly shooting at Jackson gas station
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting at a Jackson gas station on Saturday afternoon. Detective Tommie Brown tells WLBT 3 On Your Side that the incident happened at the Texaco gas station on Medgar Evers Boulevard. Detective Brown says 23-year-old Jacobi Austin was shot in...
Arrest made in connection to January shooting in Grenada
GRENADA, Miss. (WTVA) – A man has been arrested and charged in connection to a January shooting in Grenada. Grenada Police confirmed that 39-year-old Jameson Terrell Hayes was found and arrested for murder in Panola County. He is accused of shooting and killing Charles Santez Coffey on Saturday, January...
Man arrested for drive-by shooting in Madison
On July 19, 2024, through an extensive investigation, The Madison Police Department made an arrest in regards to the shooting into an occupied dwelling that occurred in the Northbay Subdivision on July 11, 2024. Roman Cortez Hines, age 38, of Jackson, MS was taken into custody without incident where he will be charged with Drive By Shooting and Shooting Into An Occupied Dwelling.
Vicksburg Warren School District approves clear bag policy for athletic events
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – The Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) implemented a clear-bag policy for all athletic events. Vicksburg Daily News reported the policy was approved on Thursday, July 18 during the VWSD School Board meeting. According to the policy, all bags brought to athletic events must be no bigger than 12″ x 6″ x […]
Natchez-Adams School District supplying all students with free, custom backpacks
NATCHEZ — With the help of a Natchez High School alumnus, Natchez Adams School District is supplying every student with customized book bags at no cost to families. Public engagement coordinator Tony Fields said the school district is afforded the opportunity to provide students with backpacks through federal programs, not district funds, but is typically […] The post Natchez-Adams School District supplying all students with free, custom backpacks appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
2024 SEC preseason poll rankings for Ole Miss, Mississippi State
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Southeastern Conference (SEC) released its 2024 preseason poll of media covering SEC Football Media Days. Georgia has been predicted to win the 2024 SEC Championship. Texas was picked to be the Bulldogs’ opponent in the Longhorns’ first season in the league. The Ole Miss Rebels are predicted to finish at […]
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...
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