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First death reported in Mississippi from West Nile Virus in 2024
The Mississippi State Department of Health has confirmed the first death from a human case of West Nile Virus in the state this year. The MSDH does not provide details of the specific age, gender, or location of the death out of respect and privacy for the family, but the patient in this case had […] The post First death reported in Mississippi from West Nile Virus in 2024 appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Keyes back for another run at EMCC
Quarterback Ty Keyes won three state championships at Taylorsville High School. When it comes to prep resumes, fewer are finer than the one Keyes put together in his four years on the high school level. In addition to that trio of state titles, Keyes was named the Gatorade Player of the Year for the state of Mississippi, earned three Mr. Football honors, was selected as a Dandy Dozen by the Clarion Ledger, played in the Mississippi/Alabama All-State game and threw for 14,525 yards and 155 touchdowns.
Ocean Springs community embraces hidden gem in Wimbo’s Beach Mart
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) - Nestled between Front Beach and the Biloxi Bay Bridge is a hidden gem called Wimbo’s. Whether you’re a regular or a new customer, you’re guaranteed to be treated like family as soon as you walk in. “I’ve had people come in and...
Mississippi Gulf Coast Kennel Club to host third annual ‘Paws under the Oaks’ on Saturday, September 14th
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Kennel Club will host its 3rd Annual “Paws Under The Oaks”, an AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day event on Saturday, September 14th at Centennial Plaza, 200 East Beach Blvd. in Gulfport. The event begins at 11 AM and continues until 3 PM. Admission is...
St. George’s built on history and tradition
St. George’s Antiochian Orthodox Church has a long and steadfast history in Vicksburg. As immigrants from Lebanon and Syria began settling in the area, they desired to build an Orthodox church in which they could worship. St. George’s was founded in 1909 and is the oldest Antiochian Orthodox Church in Mississippi. The congregation is led […]
Ole Miss Crystal Ball: Predicting every game for the 2024 season
Editor’s note: Saturday Down South’s annual Crystal Ball series continues today with Ole Miss. We’ll preview every team in the 16-team SEC. Previously: Alabama | Arkansas | Auburn | Florida | Georgia | Kentucky | LSU | Mizzou | MSU. * * * * * * *
State Games of Mississippi honor athletes, volunteer at banquet
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The State Games of Mississippi had its annual Athlete and Volunteer of the Year banquet at the MCC Riley Workforce Development Center. Over 30 athletes in specialized events were recognized, as well as 3 overall athletes of the year. These athletes were nominated based on participation, sportsmanship, effort and positive attitude.
Summit focuses on changemaking and civil rights history
JACKSON, Miss. — Saturday was the final day of a three-day summit honoring the 60th anniversary of Mississippi Freedom Summer 1964. The Southern Poverty Law Center hosted "The Road to 60: Organize, Mobilize, Defend and Win Training Summit," which focused on bringing together members of the community to honor veterans of the Civil Rights Movement and the state's deep civil rights legacy.
State of Mississippi prospects who showed off in week-one
High School football season has kicked off in Mississippi and fans are excited about that. Not just their own fans but college football fans who are watching the players their programs are recruiting. There are some ballers in this bunch who had a great first game and stepped it up...
Why a Clinton and Byram native are poised for breakout seasons with Southern Miss football
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The 2024 college football season is right around the corner, and with the conclusion of fall camp on its way, two metro-area linebackers are set to have a breakout season for a re-energized Southern Miss football program. USM participated in its final fall scrimmage on Saturday,...
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