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Podcast: Mississippi’s big night at the MLB Draft.
For young Konnor Griffin, MLB Draft night could not have gone much better. Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Rick Cleveland, a native of Hattiesburg and resident of Jackson, has been Mississippi Today’s sports columnist since 2016. A graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi with a bachelor’s in journalism, Rick has worked for the Monroe (La.) News Star World, Jackson Daily News and Clarion Ledger. He was sports editor of Hattiesburg American, executive director of the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame. His work as a syndicated columnist and celebrated sports writer has appeared in numerous magazines, periodicals and newspapers.
Warm and humid, scattered storms this afternoon
As a stalling front slowly sags into our region by tomorrow, we’ll see a wetter pattern into the next several days. The risk of flooding rain can’t be ruled out. The rainier conditions will help keep our temperatures a little lower. Today’s high temps will still be hot as they reach the lower 90s but the heat index will “only” be about 100 to 106 which still feels quite hot so continue to use caution and remember to stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade when participating in outdoor activities.
TRAFFIC ALERT: 18 wheeler catches fire on EXIT 34 B off ramp
Drivers are cautioned to avoid the Exit 34B off ramp due to an 18-wheeler on fire. According to Fire Chief Billy Kelley, it is believed a tire popped and sparked up and caused the vehicle to catch fire. First responders are on scene and say it will be take about...
Trail Life USA offers boy-focused, Christ-centered scouting program
A chapter of Trail Life USA has begun in Summit through New Covenant Presbyterian Church. Trail Life USA is a Christ-centered, boy-focused mentoring and discipleship program that partners with local churches to mold boys into self-confident, courageous men of high moral character who will be good citizens and effective leaders. While the Troop enjoys outdoor adventure, […] The post Trail Life USA offers boy-focused, Christ-centered scouting program appeared first on Daily Leader.
JDC authorities searching for missing 14-year-old
Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Deputies are searching for a missing 14-year-old Prentiss girl. According to her parents, Kaycee Johnson has been missing from her home since 6 p.m. July 17. She was last seen wearing a gray “Follow Your Dreams” tank top with a unicorn on it, black shorts and pink flip flops. She was […] The post JDC authorities searching for missing 14-year-old appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Reigning Miss NCF loves to cook
Hattie Hicks has fond memories of her childhood, watching her mom whip up homemade macaroni and cheese and chicken pesto pasta, often lending a helping hand whenever she could. “I like making her mac and cheese,” she said. “I don’t make it as good as her, but I do like...
This photo just won $500 for Mississippi woman. You could be next with monthly $500 prizes until April 2025.
With the click of her iPhone, a Mississippi woman won $500 as the first winner of the Natchez Sunset Photo Contest. Mary Seni, of Natchez, was named the winner for the month of May in the monthly competition. The contest, spanning 12 months and ending April 30, 2025, encourages amateur...
Warren County mother sentenced in son’s death
WARREN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A Warren County mother has been sentenced for the 2023 death of her young son. The Vicksburg Post reported Judge M. James Chaney sentenced Brooke Mallett to 30 years in the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC). She received 20 years for manslaughter and five-year sentences for each of […]
Center Hill Lake To Host Wakeboarding Event
Center Hill Lake will play host to a wakeboarding competition that brings some of the nation’s best to the Upper Cumberland this weekend. The water sport features riders towed by a motorboat across its wake allowing the rider to perform aerial maneuvers. Pates Ford Media Manager Jeff Eslick said the best wakeboarders are some of the best athletes in the world.
Dreams come true for Prentiss mom with new triplets
For nearly 20 years, Anjerrica Lee, of Prentiss, has dreamed of becoming a mom. At age 14, she was told that the odds were slim after being diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome and endometriosis. But April 19, Lee’s dream came true, and she gave birth to not only one miracle baby but three. “It was […] The post Dreams come true for Prentiss mom with new triplets appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
Former Southern Miss football player retires from NFL playing career
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A former Southern Miss football player and Las Vegas Raider has announced his retirement from football. Jalen Richard made the announcement on Wednesday via his Instagram account. “Some doors close on themselves and we become locked out while God holds the key,” a portion of his...
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