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The 'GOAT' Nick Saban gives his two cents on what makes Lane Kiffin's Ole Miss Rebels different in 2024
Unfortunately, Paul Finebaum's infamous 2020 take about Lane Kiffin being the first Nick Saban disciple to dethrone the king never came to fruition. It never will now, due to Saban retiring from Alabama following 17 years and six national championships. Although Kiffin's Rebels came dangerously close a couple times to...
Missing man found at residence
A search involving multiple agencies for a 45-year-old missing man who earlier this afternoon had reported being “lost in the woods” has ended with him being found safe at a residence on Frederick Road in rural Adams County. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten said Lawrence Daniel Baker looked to be “in bad shape,” adding AMR […] The post Missing man found at residence appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
HS football highlights/scores: Week Zero
WATCH: Highlights from Week Zero of the high school football season. Starkville Academy 35, Chambers 31. Central Holmes 21, Oak Hill Academy 19. Heritage Academy 50, Winston Academy 25. Lamar County 12, South Lamar 6. Aliceville 21, Pickens County 13.
WC finished Friday with a 21-14 win over Northwest Rankin
Warren Central High School football team came away with a 21-14 win in a scrimmage against Northwest Rankin on Friday night. The Vikings got on the scoreboard first after an interception by Ricky Neal which set up a 10-yard touchdown run from Gavin Davenport. Jonah Artman hit the extra point to put the score at 7-0.
Possible pedestrian vs. a vehicle on West Jackson
First responders are on the scene on West Jackson Avenue in front of the Dairy Queen for what appears to be a pedestrian stuck by a vehicle. Passersby reported seeing a man lying in the road and not moving. His condition is unknown at this time. The Oxford Police Department sent an alert via social […] The post Possible pedestrian vs. a vehicle on West Jackson appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
VHS fell short in the final seconds in a scrimmage against Clinton
Vicksburg High School football team fell short 21-20 in the final seconds against Clinton on Friday. The Gators made a crucial comeback in the second half to compete with the Arrows. “I’m feeling good and we had fun tonight now I’m excited and we’re going to get ready for next...
Vardaman and South Pontotoc ends in scoreless stalemate
SOUTH PONTOTOC – There’s an old adage about defenses being ahead of offenses in the preseason, and that held true Friday night at South Pontotoc. Vardaman and the Cougars both failed to find the end zone in a 0-0 tie in a jamboree game. However, the two teams only played one quarter. “It’s a starting point, we’ve got a lot to work on,” Vardaman head coach Brennan Pugh said. “Defensively, I ...
Mother Reports Son Pulled Gun on Her
CARTHAGE, Miss.–A mother called for Leake County deputies Saturday night when she says her son pulled a gun on her. That happened at about 10 p.m. at a house at the intersection of Lake Rd. and Damascus Church Rd. While she was on the phone with dispatchers, they could...
Long Beach School District investing in workforce readiness with new CTE center
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WLOX) - Some students at Long Beach High School are eager to earn their diplomas and get to work. Doing that will be easier now thanks to a new Career and Technical Education center. Engineering, welding, auto mechanics, health sciences, and construction are the different fields for...
West Harrison vs. Gautier jamboree
The 6-A West Harrison Hurricanes traveled to take on the 5-A Gautier Gators in tonight’s jamboree game. The Hurricanes will travel to Greene County for their regular season opener while the Gators of Gautier will hit the road to take on Harrison Central on August 30th.
Fire damages Halloween attraction in Brandon
BRANDON, Miss. (WJTV) – Brandon and Pearl firefighters responded to a fire at one of the City of Brandon’s Halloween attractions. The fire occurred at The Dark Zone Haunted House around 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 24. The Dark Zone is located on Woodgate Drive. Tony Cox, a board member of the Exchange Club of […]
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