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Wreck early Sunday in Meridian injures one
MERIDIAN, Miss. (QUEEN CITY NEWSFEED) - A vehicle crash happened in Meridian at 23rd Avenue and 36th Street early Sunday. First responders were called out about 2:50 a.m. One person was taken by Metro Ambulance to a local hospital. A fire hydrant and a street sign were also damaged. Meridian...
Proposed for Dog Debate: Should Mississippi State restore the forfeited wins of the Bob Tyler era?
The notion arose while picking out and pecking away at our Countdown to Kickoff pieces, specifically the 1976 season which stands as among the top-ten Mississippi State years for wins at 9-2. Except, it is listed at 0-11. It has been ever since the NCAA first sanctioned Mississippi State for...
Jackson State vs. Mississippi Valley State Football Tickets & Game Info - November 9
The Jackson State Tigers (0-0) play a familiar opponent when they visit the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils (0-0) on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium in a SWAC clash. If you're looking to catch this game in person, head to StubHub to purchase your tickets. Jackson...
Brandon man dies after falling into Reservoir
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Reservoir police said a Brandon man was found deceased in the Barnett Reservoir. Reservoir Police Chief Carlos DiPuma said officers received a call about an unoccupied boat near the rocks around 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 3. When officers arrived, they began to search the area. About 300 yards west […]
Booneville starts season with win in coach’s debut
PONTOTOC – The Kelly Wright era at Booneville started off with a win Saturday afternoon. The Blue Devils and their new head coach kicked off their 2024 campaign with a 25-15, 25-12 win over Nettleton at the Pontotoc Classic at Pontotoc High School. Taylor Brooke White led the way for the Blue Devils with 10 kills, and Booneville made quick work of Nettleton. “I don’t think we could have asked ...
Citywide unity prayer rally promotes harmony, support for local schools
As the 2024-25 school year gets under way, Junius Ward Johnson Memorial YMCA will serve as the host site for a community-wide time of prayer for local schools Sunday at 3 p.m. Ebony Gardner, lead teacher at River City Early College, began the effort in 2013. “I was working at Vicksburg High School and meeting […]
Olympic Gold Medalist Bianca Knight Inducted as Honorary Member of Sigma Gamma Rho
At the 60th International Biennial Boule in Houston this weekend, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. proudly inducted Bianca Knight as an Honorary Member. Bianca Knight is a former track and field athlete renowned for her exceptional performance in the 100 and 200 meters. At the 2012 Summer Olympics, Knight was a key member of the U.S. 4×100 meters relay team that won a gold medal and set a new world record, breaking a 27-year-old record in the process. Born in Pearl, Mississippi, Knight’s early involvement in track and field from the age of 11 was instrumental in building her confidence and shaping her aspirations. Her commitment to grassroots programming and youth development is a central focus of her work with the Bianca Knight Foundation.
Reese reports rebuilt Bulldog blocking is building their bond for the 2024 season
Before delving into the on-field matters of the moment, Albert Reese wants to make something clear. Or clear as he can since, well, his attention was down at the plate and not elsewhere on the table. The deal is, Reese just can't explain nor really accept that another Bulldog lineman...
Dr. Tawanna Gibson Returns to Jefferson County as Head Coach of Girls’ Track and Field
FAYETTE, Miss. -The Jefferson County School District is thrilled to announce the return of Dr. Tawanna Gibson to lead the girls’ track and field team for the upcoming school year. With a deep commitment to education and athletics, Dr. Gibson brings a wealth of experience and a passion for empowering student-athletes to excel both on and off the track.
Progression in the Pass Christian Beach Walkway
PASS CHRISTIAN (GG) — Pass Christian Mayor Jimmy Rafferty released a statement through email to city officials Tuesday, July 30, 2024 discussing the updates of the pedestrian walkway on the beach path slightly west of the Pass Christian Harbor. “The project is fully funded by GOMESA grants with no...
Eight earn place on Phil Steele Preseason All-SWAC teams
JACKSON, Miss. | Jackson State had eight players selected to the Phil Steele Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Preseason Teams, including four named on the first team. The first team included three offensive players led by Irv Mulligan, Evan Henry, and Fabian McCray. They were joined by punter Matt Noll. Mulligan...
No rain but plenty of heat
Temperatures are back in the 70s Monday morning with clear skies. Expect a scorching hot next couple of days. Highs will range between the mid to upper 90s this afternoon with real feel values between 105 and 115. Tonight, temperatures will return to the mid 70s with highs stretching between...
A player of Mississippi lottery hits the jackpot, wins $100,000 in a scratch-off game
Wow, what a stroke of luck! A gentleman from Mississippi managed to scoop a whopping $100,000 by purchasing a mere $5 scratch-off ticket. According to Mississippi Lottery officials, the top prize in the “Lucky Break” scratch-off game was won by a man from Blue Springs. The fortunate individual...
Residents seeking school board seat can start qualifying Aug. 7
Lafayette County residents can soon start qualifying to run for one of two Lafayette County School Board seats in the November election. The district seats up for election are District 3, currently held by Dr. Judith Thompson and District 4, currently held by Mike Gooch; however, Gooch has said he is not seeking re-election, according […] The post Residents seeking school board seat can start qualifying Aug. 7 appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
VFD welcomes students back to school
Students in the Vicksburg Warren School District were back in class Friday to officially kick off the 2024-25 school year, and plenty of City of Vicksburg officials made the rounds to welcome them back into classrooms. Vicksburg Fire Chief Derrick Stamps said members of the Vicksburg Fire Department were at schools all over the district […]