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Covington man charged with catfishing another man, robbing him, and threatening him to send more money
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Covington, Tennessee, man is charged after police said he catfished a man on social media, then robbed the victim and threatened him to keep sending money. Demarieo Howard, 27, is charged with aggravated robbery, theft under $1,000.00, and aggravated assault with no injury. He was...
Penny Hardaway’s “1 CENT” candle collection included in Nike Olympic gift box
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -1122 Candles, an Atlanta-based soy wax candle company, shared on social media that Penny Hardaway’s new “1 CENT” candle collection is included in the Nike Olympic gift box to give to Olympians. One of the candles highlighted in the social media post is a...
MSU to the Rescue: Veterinary Medicine College Again Saves Rare Sea Turtle
Ourmshome.com – Mississippi State – 2024-07-16 08:33:28. SUMMARY: A Kemp's ridley sea turtle named Toast Malone, one of the world's most endangered species, had its third successful procedure at Mississippi State University's College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM), where a fishhook was removed from its stomach via endoscopy. Another loggerhead sea turtle, Mudpie, also had fishhooks removed successfully by Dr. John Thomason and his team. These efforts, part of the Global Center for Aquatic Health and Food Security, provide essential rehabilitation and hands-on experience for veterinary students. Both turtles are undergoing further rehabilitation before potential release to ensure they can survive in the wild.
Jackson Prep standout is taken 9th in MLB Draft
In the realm of high school baseball, Jackson Prep (Flowood, Miss.) has once again produced one of the most promising prospects in recent drafts. Griffin, a standout player who reclassified from the 2025 Draft to 2024, is drawing significant attention as a full-time baseball player. His talent and dedication have paid off, as he has just been drafted 9th overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the July draft. Unlike Jerrion Ealy, a previous Jackson Prep star who chose to pursue a football career, Griffin is firmly committed to baseball.
Madison native Niko Mazza selected in 2024 MLB Draft
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Madison native Niko Mazza was the first Golden Eagle taken off the board in the 2024 MLB Draft on Monday. Mazza, an MRA grad, enjoyed a career-best season on the mound, beginning the year as the Friday night ace for USM and solidifying himself in the starting rotation throughout the season.
CDF spotlight: Blackmon Chevrolet has been driven for 39 years
TUPELO – For nearly 39 years, Dwayne Blackmon Chevrolet has been a fixture on South Gloster Street in Tupelo. Blackmon's father, Frankie, was a veteran of automotive dealerships before launching his own in November 1985. "He started at a Chevrolet dealership in Meridian in the late 50s, then went to a Buick dealership and worked there for quite a while, then decided he wanted to go out on his ...
Mississippi schools to share nearly $240 million more in education funding this fiscal year
This article first appeared on the Magnolia Tribune. House Education Chairman Roberson cautions school districts that saw a significant increase in funding to use it wisely. Starting July 1, a new funding formula went into effect for Mississippi’s K-12 public education system. Some school districts will receive millions in additional funding under the new formula that replaces the former Mississippi Adequate Education Program, or MAEP.
Mississippi woman wins $5,000 with $10 ticket — among 9 Mississippi Lottery players who won big Monday
A Madison woman won $5,000 with a $10 scratch-off lottery ticket and was one of nine big winners announced by the Mississippi Lottery website Monday. In all, $16,600 in winnings were posted on the website on Monday. Prizes above $600 are announced on the website after winners claim their prize at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters in Flowood. Prizes under $600 are not reflected in the winnings posted on the website. Those winnings are collected at individual retail outlets.
Library requests $500K+ for 2025 budget; Named fifth busiest in state
The Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library is the fifth busiest individual library branch in Mississippi, according to the Mississippi Library Commission. “When we get that report again, I would not be surprised if we are pushed up to third busiest,” said Lori Barnes, director of the First Regional Library, which is the umbrella system […] The post Library requests $500K+ for 2025 budget; Named fifth busiest in state appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
The Center for Children and Families celebrates 25th anniversary
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Center for Children and Families is celebrating its 25th anniversary of helping communities in Louisiana and Mississippi. The Center has provided counseling, education and advocacy to thousands of families throughout its 25 years. The organization has grown from a small Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)...
Former Lafayette student, recent Kossuth graduate killed in wreck
An early morning wreck on Highway 30 claimed the life of a recent Kossuth High School graduate. At about 6:36 a.m., the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office and the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to Highway 30 near Oxford Sand and Gravel for a wreck. The Alcorn County News reported this afternoon that Logan Williams, 18, died […] The post Former Lafayette student, recent Kossuth graduate killed in wreck appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Why Jaxson Dart compared Ole Miss football coach Lane Kiffin to Yoda at SEC Media Days
DALLAS ― Ole Miss football coach Lane Kiffin is not green, nor is he 26 inches tall. He does not speak in backward riddles and he does not wield a lightsaber. That did not stop his quarterback, Jaxson Dart, from comparing Kiffin to Yoda, the wise old Jedi Knight from the Star Wars franchise.
Multiple Mississippi fire departments respond to downtown Vardaman fire. Three buildings consumed in blaze.
Numerous Mississippi fire agencies are working to put out a blaze that has reportedly consumed three buildings in downtown Vardaman. WTVA in Tupelo reports that the firefighters responded to an active fire at approximately 5:30 a.m. Residents in the Vardaman area posted photos and videos of the blaze on social...
Memphis Shelby County Schools invests over $3M for salary increases to non-faculty positions
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Memphis Shelby County Schools (MSCS) has invested $3.4 million toward "attracting and retaining top talent" in non-faculty positions. In a statement released Tuesday, MSCS said the multimillion dollar investment "underscores MSCS's commitment to excellence..." by giving "substantial salary increases" across operational and administrative positions. Highlights of the...
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