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‘Star chamber’: Joint motion seeks to seal Tim Herrington’s capital murder case
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A joint effort to seal filings in the case against a former Ole Miss student accused of slaying Jimmie “Jay” Lee is very unusual, a legal expert told Mississippi Today. The petition states that due to “significant” media coverage, the only way Sheldon Timothy...
MSU Supplemental Instruction gains reaccreditation, helps students succeed in challenging courses
STARKVILLE, Miss.—A Mississippi State program that helps students achieve classroom success is receiving reaccreditation for a three-year period. One of less than 65 accredited Supplemental Instruction programs in the U.S., one of four in the Southeastern Conference and the only one in Mississippi, MSU’s SI program is free for students and designed to increase academic success in course students may find challenging. It is directed by MSU’s Center for Academic Excellence.
Natchez Balloon Festival photo scene on new Visit Mississippi cab in London
International travelers may spot a photo of the Natchez Balloon Festival on the wrap of a new Visit Mississippi taxi cab. Director of Tourism for Visit Mississippi Rochelle Hicks shared a photo of Mississippi Development Authority Director Bill Cork and his wife Nina getting ready to take a spin in the new taxi cab in […] The post Natchez Balloon Festival photo scene on new Visit Mississippi cab in London appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Meridian native wins the title of Miss Mississippi Volunteer
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The fourth annual Miss Mississippi Volunteer has been crowned and she happens to be from the Queen City. Nineteen-year-old Meridian native, Lauryl Joyner was crowned in Tupelo last month. Throughout the upcoming year, she will travel Mississippi promoting safe driving awareness and teaching better driving practices...
Monday’s Dawg Biscuits: Updates on 2025 prospects Davian Jackson, Jamarion Davis-Fleming and Christian Jeffery
Step inside for the latest on several 2025 and 2026 prospects on Mississippi State’s radar in football and basketball along with team news: First Biscuit – Starting the day with football recruiting and as you know, Mississippi State will have its final recruiting event of the summer later this week on Thursday with the annual […] The post Monday’s Dawg Biscuits: Updates on 2025 prospects Davian Jackson, Jamarion Davis-Fleming and Christian Jeffery appeared first on On3.
Kosciusko’s Zenovia Woolie Receives Spirit Award at Distinguished Young Women of MS State Finals
Kosciusko’s Zenovia Woolie along with 28 other young ladies from the state of Mississippi recently participated in the Distinguished Young Women of MS State Finals in Meridian, MS. Miss Woolie, who attends Kosciusko High School, received the Spirit Award and $1,000 in college scholarships. The Spirit Award is the...
Bank Plus presents donation to Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln County
Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln County recently received a “generous monetary donation” from Bank Plus for its continued work in the area. Habitat has been active in Brookhaven for 28 years. “Lincoln County has always had a heart for building community. The spirit of giving and the level of compassion for mankind inspires us all […] The post Bank Plus presents donation to Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln County appeared first on Daily Leader.
How Jeff Lebby sees Mississippi State football running back competition before preseason practice
New Mississippi State football coach Jeff Lebby said he's still looking for a lead running back to assert himself from a group of contenders. The Bulldogs will use more than one back, Lebby indicated at SEC Media Days last week. But when asked about the most significant remaining questions for his roster with preseason practice looming, Lebby pointed toward the top of his running back depth chart. ...
Three killed, as many as 16 injured in weekend shooting outside Mississippi night club
Three teens were killed and many more people injured when during a shooting outside a local Mississippi club shortly after midnight Sunday. WTVA in Tupelo and The Enterprise-Tocsin newspaper are reporting that the mass shooting occurred after midnight Sunday at a club in Indianola. Officials from the Sunflower County Coroner’s...
MSU Vets to the Rescue: Rare Sea Turtles Saved in Thrilling Life-Saving Procedures!
In a heartwarming display of dedication and expertise, Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM) has successfully saved a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, one of the world's most endangered sea turtle species, during its third visit for specialized care. Known affectionately as Toast Malone, this resilient...
Mississippi State Football Projected Starting Lineup
Mississippi State football is preparing to start its first training camp under new head coach Jeff Lebby. The former Oklahoma offensive coordinator brought in several players from the transfer portal, especially on the offensive side, where portal players dominate the starting lineup. However, the defense will rely more on traditional high school recruits. Several new faces are in the projected starting line heading into August. With the influx of new faces into the program there will be several position battles, especially on defense. Quarterback: Blake Shapen (SR, TR) Chris Parson (RS FR) Michael Van Buren (FR) Running Back: Davon Booth...
Barr-Mira Nominated For Allstate’s AFCA Good Works Team
STARKVILLE – Mississippi State football's Nick Barr-Mira has been nominated for the 2024 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team. Barr-Mira is one of 111 FBS student-athletes nominated for the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team. To be considered for a spot on the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, each player must be actively involved with a charitable organization or service group while maintaining strong academic standing.
Nonprofit organization hosts back to school drive
Www.wcbi.com – Khamari Haymer – 2024-07-21 20:08:41. SUMMARY: Hope for Mothers, a nonprofit organization in West Point, hosted a back-to-school drive offering essential supplies like backpacks, pencils, and notebooks for students of all ages. The event also featured games such as musical chairs and sack races, with prizes for winners. Shayla Evans, Co-CEO of Hope for Mothers, emphasized the initiative's importance for single mothers and the community, especially as schools in Starkville and Columbus prepare to reopen. The drive aims to alleviate some of the financial burden on families by providing necessary school supplies to help students start the year prepared.
Columbus woman accused of nearly running over law enforcement – Home – WCBI TV
Www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-07-21 20:34:33. SUMMARY: Tavarria Carter, a 25-year-old woman from Columbus, Mississippi, is facing several charges, including four counts of aggravated assault on law enforcement and felony fleeing. The incident began at Waffle House late Saturday night, where a fight occurred. When officers attempted to intervene, Carter allegedly drove her vehicle dangerously close to them before fleeing the scene. She nearly collided head-on with another deputy's vehicle during the pursuit, which ended on Dowdle Street in east Columbus. Carter is currently in custody at the Lowndes County jail.
North Mississippi native jumps his way into the Olympic Games
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — For the second straight cycle, Abbeville, Mississippi, native Shelby McEwen has jumped his way into the Olympic Games. McEwen finished atop the podium at the U.S. trials with a clearance of 2.30. “I’m just excited for the moment, excited for the experience and am ready to...
Community leaders, high school football team collab for backpack giveaway in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) - Cars filled the parking lot of Macedonia Baptist Church in Ocean Springs on Saturday as families were lined up and ready to receive some backpacks for their children. It’s all thanks to the Distinguished Gentlemen of Ocean Springs and their reflection on what it was...
MSU linebacker Lewis has a reason to keep smiling
Trials have come John Lewis’ way, but he just keeps smiling. As he walked into the Dallas Omni Hotel at Tuesday’s Southeastern Conference Media Days Media Days appearance, Lewis couldn’t stop the smiling. The pictures stitched inside his custom-made suit jacket could explain much of that. Lewis...
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