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Quitman High School’s TV Broadcasting class competes in Nationals
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - In late June, Quitman High School’s TV Broadcasting competed at TSA nationals in Orlando, FL. This all started in April when they competed in Mississippi’s state competition. Four students, Slater Adams, Jamei McGhee, William Patrick, and Dillon turner won first place for audio podcasting and music.
Petal gymnast signs with collegiate team
PETAL, Miss. (WDAM) -Braden Mann is a graduate of Petal High School, and has been training in gymnastics since he was a child. Mann recently signed with the Kansas City United Men’s Gymnastics team. The Kansas City United Team is one of 11 teams that do gymnastics outside of...
USACE extends comment period for Yazoo Backwater statement
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Vicksburg District, has announced a 15-day extension of the public comment period for the draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) related to the Yazoo Backwater Area Management Project. Originally set to conclude on Aug. 12, the new deadline for submitting comments is now Aug. 27. After numerous requests to […]
Citywide pep rally ushers in new school year (with photo gallery)
The parking lot of Vicksburg Mall was jammed full of spectators Saturday afternoon as local high schools came together for the first citywide pep rally since 2015 and hyped up the crowd in a community effort to kick off the 2024-25 right. Bands, cheerleaders and dance teams from Vicksburg High School and Warren Central High […]
Freedom Ranch Wildlife Center educates Pascagoula youth of the importance of birds of prey
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WLOX) - Happening at the Eastlawn United Methodist Church on Saturday was a scaly, feathery exhibit that families may never forget. While snakes may not be for everybody, the Freedom Ranch Wildlife Center’s educational program is. The duo behind the ranch specializes in birds of prey that...
Pt. 2 "On the Record" with Ocean Springs Mayor Kenny Holloway
Republished in The Record on August 4, 2024. This news write up was initially published on April 19, 2024. The Ocean Springs Record Newspaper staff spoke with Ocean Springs Mayor Kenny Holloway again about the current list of Capital Improvement Projects, and other developments in the City that are on the planning grid.
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...
Gallery: Find your next adventure at Percy Quin
MCCOMB — Percy Quin State Park is expansive. The lake is 490 acres large with excellent fishing opportunities. Fishing piers and marinas are also on the lake. Quail Hollow Golf Course is located inside the state park and is one of the first attractions visitors see. The state park has 122 newly renovated RV campground […] The post Gallery: Find your next adventure at Percy Quin appeared first on Daily Leader.
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...
Dailon Huskey Steps Down as St. Al Football Announcer
VICKSBURG, Miss. – After twenty years under the Friday night lights in announcer’s booths across the state, Dailon Huskey is trading in his announcer’s headset for a stadium cushion. His daughter, Darcy, is a sophomore at RCEC, and plays clarinet in Warren Central’s Big Blue Band, and he wants to spend his Friday evenings in the bleachers supporting his daughter.
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 ...