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Broadband BEAD Map Challenge OPEN NOW
The BEAD Challenge officially began on August 1, 2024. The Challenge Process allows residents of Mississippi a chance to provide feedback to help BEAM update the Mississippi Broadband Map. This updated map will allow BEAM to make the most of upcoming broadband funding and ensure every location in the state will soon have access to high-speed internet.
Widower builds birdhouses to battle depression
MADISON, Miss. (WLBT) – A widower, overcome by depression, turns his life around by embracing nature and building homes for his feathered friends. The Madison man is now inspiring others with his work to take his mind off pain and grief. “Getting busy on the birdhouses really saved me...
Starkville Police remind residents to stay alert as scam calls continue
The Starkville Police Department reports that complaints about scam calls are still coming in. Starkville Police remind residents to stay alert as scam calls continue. The Starkville Police Department reports that complaints about scam calls are still coming in.
Temperatures quickly heating up next week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Calm and dry conditions continue for the rest of our Saturday night with temperatures still feeling pretty warm. Looking ahead into our Sunday the hot conditions continue with heat index values back into the triple digits. We’ll stay sunny and dry with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s for the start of the next work week.
Beachfront Property Purchased in Long Beach
LONG BEACH (GG) — Tuesday, July 30, 2024, city of Long Beach and the Land Trust for the Mississippi Coastal Plain celebrated a $1.9 million purchase for 32 acres of undeveloped beachfront property. The 32 acres is located between Markham and Marcie Drive as this route runs from the train tracks to the beach.
South Mississippi Toy Festival brings hundreds of toy collectors to Hub City
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - The South Mississippi Toy Festival brought hundreds of toy collectors to Hattiesburg. Toy collectors of all ages sorted through a variety of offering, ranging from magnets to action figures. Saturday marked the first year the festival was held in Hattiesburg, and more than 90 vendors participated.
FIRST ALERT: Sunday feel-like temps near 104
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - A hot weekend to say the least, scorching temperatures are underway. However, it has become a little less humid as dew points have dropped. Sunny and hot conditions with heat index and feel-like temperatures in the triple digits. Highs will remain in the upper 90s and even 100 degrees in the middle of the week.
Ole Miss Rebels 2024 Football Schedule
On November 9, the Ole Miss Rebels will play Georgia -- a highlight of their college football schedule in 2024. The full slate is in this article. Watch college football, other live sports and more on Fubo. Use our link to sign up for a free trial. Ole Miss 2024...
NASA’s Stennis Space Center Announces First Female Deputy Director
Bay St. Louis, Miss. (press release) — NASA’s Stennis Space Center Director John Bailey announced today that longtime propulsion engineer/manager Christine Powell has been selected as deputy director of the south Mississippi propulsion site, effective Aug. 12. Powell is the first woman to be selected as NASA Stennis deputy director.
Fill Up on Fun and Savings With $1.76 Per Gallon Fuel at the New 76® Gas Station and “Fill UP” Market in Pearl
The Pearl High School football team, a $1.76 per gallon fuel special, and significant donations to local organizations are all part of the Grand Opening celebration at the new 76® gas station and “Fill UP” convenience store located at 101 South Pearson Road in Pearl on Friday, August 9, 2024.
Greenville High football counting on new quarterback to keep up-tempo beat in 2024
Greenville High quarterback Banks Bouton tapped on his teammates' helmets like he was playing drums Friday morning as he waited for his turn to take snaps with the offense. He stayed in good rhythm, firing passes that were snared as the Red Raiders opened practice for the 2024 high school football season. It’s...
Families Celebrate Meridian Community College Nursing Students at Pinning Ceremony
Families and Friends gathered today to celebrate the nursing students of Meridian Community College. The college held a pinning ceremony to award the students for their achievements in the Nursing Program. Twin States News was able to speak to some of them as they reflected on their journey through the...
Tupelo depot construction is 'full steam ahead'
TUPELO — Those traveling along North Front Street will be greeted by contractors toiling on the groundwork for the All-America City’s newest feature and new home of the Tupelo’s farmers’ market. Downtown Tupelo Main Street Association Executive Lucia Randle said the depot project will be moving forward with substantial construction soon. The target for completion is in spring of next year ...