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Playing at UK a ‘Hoosiers’ Like Chance for Southern Mississippi
Southern Mississippi is a four-touchdown underdog in Saturday night’s game at Kentucky. Southern Miss coach Will Hall shared a few thoughts about the Wildcats at his weekly press conference. On Kentucky’s Offense…. Hall”: The whole team is big and long. When Coach (Mark) Stoops got there, you can...
Boeing company to expand composite components manufacturing plant in Mississippi
Aurora Flight Sciences has announced plans to expand its manufacturing facility in Columbus, Mississippi. Aurora, which is a Boeing company that specializes in manufacturing advanced composite components and assemblies for military and commercial aircraft, will expand its existing plant by 50,000 square feet. The expansion also includes renovation of 40,000 square feet of existing space, and new automation equipment, robotics, and non-destructive inspection technologies. The expansion will help increase volume in composite components for executive jets, as well as increase production of MQ-25 Stingray composite skins and components for NASA’s X-66 sustainable flight demonstrator aircraft. As part of the project, Aurora will create 60 new jobs for the surrounding area.
Presbyterian Christian School will join MHSAA
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Leaders with Presbyterian Christian School (PSC) announced the school has been accepted for membership by the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA). The school was accepted for the 2025-26 academic school year. Following months of discussions and focus groups with staff, parents, alumni, and board members, PCS administration believed this is […]
DRIP IN THE 'SIP | Ole Miss unveils first uniform combo of 2024 for Furman
On Thursday, the Ole Miss football team revealed its first uniform combination ahead of Saturday's 2024 season opener with Furman. When Saturday rolls around, the Rebels will wear navy helmets, navy jerseys and white pants. The last time Ole Miss wore navy helmets and navy jerseys was back in early 2023, when the Rebels hosted Georgia Tech.
WC’s Nash Morgan Ready For Sophomore Year as QB1
VICKSBURG, MS. – After earning the starting quarterback spot last season, Warren Central’s Nash Morgan is all confident about the 2024 season and what it has to offer. Morgan, the sophomore standout, is no longer a freshman and is now ready to put in some serious work on the football field. As he is now well-experienced on the varsity level, Nash now knows what it takes for WC to be great in 2024.
Farm Bureau Coaches Show – August 29, 2024
On this week’s episode of the Farm Bureau Coaches Show – Kosciusko Whippets head football coach Casey Orr recaps the 2023 season and discusses Friday night’s game against Kemper County. The Farm Bureau Coaches Show airs on Breezy 101 Thursday mornings at 7:35 am. The show is...
Jackson woman receives new Habitat for Humanity home
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Jackson woman now has a home that she can call her own. A home dedication for Janice Barber was held on Thursday. Her family, along with volunteers with Habitat for Humanity and Nissan Canton, spent multiple weekends helping restore the home. “It was a rocky road. Oh my gosh, I […]
Longtime owner of Flowood restaurant dies, restaurant announces
FLOWOOD, Miss. (WLBT) - Table 100, a Jackson-metro restaurant, announced the passing of their co-founder, Bill Latham, on Wednesday. Table 100 posted on their public Facebook page to tell the public of Latham’s death. Latham founded Table 100 and according to the Facebook post, was involved in several other...
Naval Special Warfare Conducts Parachute Training at Picayune Airport
Naval Special Warfare/Operations conducted parachute training at the Picayune Airport last week. The training was led by Special Boat Team 22, under the direction of Shane Hollar, the Air Operation Program Manager. Hollar, who has been parachuting for nearly 45 years and has served as a jumpmaster since 1985, supervised the exercises. The training involved […] The post Naval Special Warfare Conducts Parachute Training at Picayune Airport appeared first on Picayune Item.
Vicksburg District kicks off revetment season
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District’s Mat Sinking Unit (MSU) officially began the annual revetment season on the Mississippi River Tuesday, where the crew was greeted by cheers from family, friends, and colleagues at the Vicksburg City Waterfront as they set off on their multi-month tour. The MSU typically performs revetment operations […]
Freddy’s will open new location in Flowood
FLOWOOD, Miss. (WJTV) – Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will open a new location on Saturday, August 31 in Flowood. The restaurant will be located at 421 West Pineview Drive. This is the business’ first location in the Jackson-metro area and the third in the state of Mississippi. Freddy’s is known for its cooked-to-order steakburgers […]
Coahoma Community College Celebrates 100% Pass Rate for Practical Nursing Graduates
Coahoma Community College proudly announced that all graduates of its Practical Nursing Program for the 2023-2024 academic year achieved a 100% passing rate on the PN-NCLEX, the National Council Licensure Examination for Nurses. Coahoma’s practical nursing program is a 12-month certificate program that prepares students as a licensed practical nurse....
HBCU football: How to watch, stream Week 1 Thursday night games
Week 1 of the 2024 college football season continues today with a packed Thursday of action, including games for several HBCU teams playing against FBS opponents. In the MEAC, defending conference champion Howard kicks off the day hosting Rutgers, and Alcorn State — the favorite to win the SWAC West — wraps up the night with a road game at UAB.
Shedeur Sanders signs with Nike, while Jackson State gets UA extension
Shedeur Sanders signed a Nike deal, while Jackson State extended with Under Armour through 2029. Deion Sanders brought the two sides together in 2020. The post Shedeur Sanders signs with Nike, while Jackson State gets UA extension appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Two Mississippi restaurants open for nearly 20 years announce they are closing
Two popular Mississippi restaurants open for nearly 20 years have announced that they will soon be closing after many memories and family celebrations. On Tuesday, Fenian’s Pub in Jackson announced that they will be closing their doors after serving customers for nearly 28 years. On Wednesday, Basil’s Downtown announced that it will also be closing after serving customers for 19 years.
Three under the radar college football games to watch for Week 1 of the 2024 season
Mississippi State football kicks-off the 2024 season with Eastern Kentucky Saturday night, but there's tons of college football to glue your eyeballs to over the next five days. We all know the headlining matchups, but what about some games not getting much attention that could be plenty entertaining?. Here are...
Pearl River CC, Mississippi Gulf Coast gearing up for football season
STONE CO./PEARL RIVER CO. (WLOX) - The Thursday night lights are almost back on as both Pearl River Community College and Mississippi Gulf Coast gear up for the start of junior college football season. In Poplarville with the Wildcats, it’s been a roller coaster for the last two years.
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