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WCU hosts social-emotional training for prospective teachers
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - William Carey University hosted a workshop Friday on social-emotional learning. The workshop was set up for students pursuing teaching careers in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM). Students learned ways to understand social environments, interact with their peers and deal with negative feelings. The guest speaker...
Harper & Morgan PRCA Rodeo at the Neshoba County Fair
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (WTOK) - The Harper and Morgan PRCA rodeo kicked off tonight at the Neshoba County Fair. Despite mighty wet conditions the rodeo still went on and the crowd came out to support. In the downpour, bull riders put their best foot foward to try to beat the clock. From kids playing in the mud to adults watching in the stands, everyone came out to have a good time kicking off day one of the fair.
Southern Miss dedicates season to fallen teammate MJ Daniels
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) -The Southern Miss Golden Eagles will hit the practice field for fall camp next week, but they’ll be doing it without one of their own. It’s been more than a month since the tragic shooting death of former Golden Eagle and George County Rebel MJ Daniels.
Biloxi Shuckers to play special game highlighting nonprofits
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - The food pantry shelves at Back Bay Mission are filled with cans and jars, but that wasn’t always the case. “We have a larger influx of individuals and families using the food pantry now more than ever,” said Dhiana Skrmetti. “In fact, I was talking with our food pantry coordinator, and she told me that today alone we had 70 people come through. That’s a lot because we normally average on 30.”
Big inning lifts 49ers at Legion state tournament
Tupelo won again Friday in the Senior American Legion State Tournament at Smith-Wills Stadium in Jackson. The 49ers (21-7) advanced to Saturday’s round with an 11-3 trouncing of Panola. Hank Eaton had three hits, including a home run, and Kieran Coleman had three RBIs for Tupelo. The Niners had a 3-0 lead after two innings and then blew the game open in the fifth with a five spot. That ...
2027 prospects already planning to make their recruiting names this season
The 2027 class is embarking on their sophomore journey. A lot of kids do not truly blossom until their junior year, maybe even later. But there are those precocious guys who step it up big as sophomores, or for that matter have been observed balling out as high school freshmen.
‘We worked well together’: Council comes up with new ward lines at Thursday meeting
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – A day after unofficially settling on a new map, most members of the Jackson City Council appear pleased with the way the city’s new ward lines are shaping up. On Thursday, the council met again to hammer out ward lines. The lines must be...
Trade program graduates use their skills to revamp Biloxi park
Graduates from one local workforce development school spent the day fixing up a local park in Biloxi. The KOPC Workforce Development offers a free craft training program for people aged 18 to 50. Students learn general construction and electrical wiring. Their final test each year is to volunteer to repair...
Town of Heidelberg to hold special election on Sept. 5
HEIDELBERG, Miss. (WDAM) - The Town of Heidelberg has started its search for a new mayor. Th search for a new municipal leader comes nearly two weeks after Mayor David Taylor II unexpectedly passed away on July 14. “We look forward to continuing with the town and trying to improve...
Allen Flanigan signs overseas pro contract with Stade Rochelais Basket
Not long after joining the Golden State Warriors' Summer League roster following the 2024 NBA Draft, former Ole Miss wing Allen Flanigan is already on the move and will now resume his early professional career overseas. Recently, he signed a contract with France-based pro team Stade Rrochelais Basket. Flanigan, a...
Starkville Habitat Restore reaches $1M project goal
Www.wcbi.com – MorrisAdmin – 2024-07-26 18:25:02. SUMMARY: Starkville Habitat for Humanity has reached its $1 million goal, enabling the construction of new homes for families in need. Twana Hubbard, a local resident, shared her struggles after her roof collapsed in 2019 and expressed gratitude for being approved for a new home. Project Construction Manager John Breazeale emphasized the importance of community support in helping families and fostering generational stability through housing. The executive director, Amanda Henry, acknowledged the tremendous local support contributing to this effort. The Hubbards are set to move into their new home before the holiday season, highlighting the program's impact on the wider community.
Women’s Track and Field, Trinity Benson Lauded by USTFCCCA
7/26/2024 4:30:00 PM | Track & Field/Cross Country HATTIESBURG, Miss. – Southern Miss sprinter Trinity Benson (Slidell, La.) and the Southern Miss women's track and field team were both lauded by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association by earning NCAA Division I All-Academic honors. Benson, who majored in marketing, earned her honor by holding at least a 3.25 grade point average. During the outdoor season, Benson earned first team honors by winning the league's 400 meters race, along with being a part of the winning 4x100 and 4x400 relay teams at the Sun Belt Championship. She went...
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