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Podcast: DNC delegate Robert Johnson says Kentucky Gov. Beshear could make impact in South as Harris’ running mate
State Rep. Robert Johnson, D-Natchez, talks with Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Taylor Vance about whirlwind events surrounding the Democratic presidential nomination. Johnson is a delegate to the Democratic National Convention. listen to more episodes. Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license.
Dance Like the Stars event beneditting Boys & Girls Club this Saturday
Nine people from across North Mississippi have spent their summer learning new dance moves and are ready to show them off, all while raising money for their local Boys & Girls Clubs. The 19th Dance Like the Stars Event is at 6:30 p.m. this Saturday at the Cadence Bank arena in Tupelo. Music will be […] The post Dance Like the Stars event beneditting Boys & Girls Club this Saturday appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Skilled to Work: Inside Scoop of the Blue Bell Distribution Center
WTVA's Michelle Martin went to Tupelo's Blue Bell Distribution Center for this week's Skilled to Work. Skilled to Work: Inside Scoop of the Blue Bell Distribution Center. Summer is the season for peak ice cream sales and eating. However, for those who deliver the sweet treat, it's a year round...
Less rain and more heat this week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – After several rounds of rain over the weekend, heat will intensify this week. MONDAY: Expect a mix of sun & clouds with highs inching toward the middle 90s for most, with heat indices likely exceeding 105 degrees. A heat advisory is in effect. Most rain chances will be east of the area into north Alabama/Georgia.
Eventgoers enjoy summer jazz event in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. — A summer jazz event kicked off in the capital city Sunday. The "Jazz on the Green" smooth jazz event began at 6 p.m. on the District Green on Eastover Drive. It featured musical selections from local artist Jessie Primer. For some attendees, it was a way...
Golden Triangle Dream Center hosts Kid’s Jam event in West Point
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – One organization is trying to be a home away from home. As well as give a little extra help to single-parent families. The Golden Triangle Dream Center hosted a Kid’s Jam event in West Point. This event allowed kids to play backyard games,...
March report: Columbus Crew 2 3 – 2 Philadelphia Union II
For the first time this season Philadelphia Union II have lost two in a row. On a hot Sunday evening at historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, Philadelphia came back twice to tie, only to surrender an obvious penalty kick in the sixth minute of stoppage time to lose 3-2. Crew 2 striker Gavin Rayo scored the winner from the spot. Jamir Berdecio had committed an obvious trip from behind in the box.
Jockey Taken to Hospital By Helicopter After Neshoba Co. Fair Incident (AUDIO)
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.–A jockey was taken to the hospital in Philadelphia, then airlifted to another hospital after a Sunday incident at the racetrack at the Neshoba County Fair. A photo from the fair showed an ambulance on the racetrack, with a horse possibly having left the track with the jockey...
New APLS policies to impact libraries throughout Alabama
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Libraries across Alabama will need to change their current policies to keep children under 18 from accessing adult material in the library without a parent or guardian’s permission. Every library is going to look different based on their current guidelines. The Huntsville Madison County Library...
Fishing team reels in nearly 500-pound bull shark during Alabama tournament
Just winning the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo would have been more than enough for the Bon Secour Butchers, but the team of four got more than they bargained for recently. The Butchers, in fact, reeled in a state-record 494.5-pound bull shark during the recent tourney at Dauphin Island. The previous Alabama state record for a bull shark was 448 pounds in 2015.
When do Alabama districts go back to school? Find your start date
And just like that, summer is winding down. The beginning of the 2024-25 school year is quickly approaching. Alabama school district start dates vary throughout August. Magic City Acceptance Academy, a public charter school in Homewood, begins the earliest on July 31. AL.com compiled a listing of each school district’s...
Dangerous heat prompts advisory this afternoon; more on the way
Dangerous heat is expected through much of the week, with daily heat index values anywhere from 105 to 115 degrees. That forecast has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a heat advisory this afternoon, with more advisories to follow through at least Thursday as the heat spreads eastward. Paducah's...
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