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City of Pascagoula working on improvement project at one of its well-known piers
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WLOX) - The City of Pascagoula is working on an improvement project at one of its well-known parks. Construction began on a new Point Park fishing pier a few days ago, and residents say they can’t wait until it’s finished. The City of Pascagoula says this...
JPS announces pay increase for teachers, staff
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Jackson Public Schools (JPS) Board of Trustees approved an increase in the local supplement added to the State of Mississippi’s minimum pay for school teachers, as well as a pay raise for hourly-paid staff. For the 2024-2025 school year, JPS officials said teachers and other certified staff on the teacher […]
Vicksburg graduating senior receives full-ride scholarship to Ole Miss
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – Graduating senior Shacaria London’s freshman year was different than she anticipated. The COVID-19 pandemic shaped her high school experience like many others. “I didn’t get the high school experience that a regular freshman would,” said London. She didn’t let that deter her. London is going on to receive a full-ride scholarship […]
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.
Velma Jackson graduating seniors recognized for achievements
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Velma Jackson graduating seniors Zaaliyah Chesser and Cornell Bacon are making strides this year. “I’ve been able to hold up my grades thankfully this whole year,” said Zaaliyah Chesser. Chesser is graduating with honors. “This is the first time having all year honor roll,” Chesser said. It wasn’t an easy […]
Condition of State Park is an embarrassment
Dear Editor, On July 8, 2024, I rode through Sardis Dam and observed the State run areas, part of the campground and John Kyle State Park. The condition of these two locations is an embarrassment. If the state of Mississippi is unable to keep up its obligations it should ask the Federal Government to take […] The post Condition of State Park is an embarrassment appeared first on The Panolian.
Jackson leaders work to address overgrown cemeteries
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson leaders are moving forward with a short-term solution to address overgrown cemeteries in the capital city. The Jackson City Council voted 4-1 to move forward with allowing PDT Logistics to maintain the cemeteries until September 2024. They agreed to pay the company no more than $75,000 for services. Mowing and […]
Mississippi State leads the nation with eleven Major League Draft picks
The 2024 Major League Baseball Draft is over. The selection process ended with Mississippi State leading all Southeastern Conference programs with eleven players picked. The impact of the draft is still not known as some players have some decisions to make about playing another year of college ball or inking a pro deal. Despite the pending nature of those decisions, Mississippi State got a good result from the draft.
Jackson councilman wants to know when Hotel O will be torn down
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson City Councilman Ashby Foote, Ward 1, wants to know when Hotel O will be torn down. According to Foote, Judge Jeffery Reynolds ordered the city to tear down the abandoned hotel. The councilman said donors have offered to fund the demolition process, but he needs to be able to tell […]
JPS offers extended registration for 2024-25 school year
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Leaders with the Jackson Public School District (JPS) announced parents will have an opportunity to register their children for the 2024-25 school year. The registration event will take place on Saturday, July 20 at Kirksey Middle School from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The school is located at 5677 Highland Drive […]
‘They Make People Smile’ – Panola couple brings joy with flowers
By Ian Sparks Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, weddings and even funerals are all adorned with flowers. They are there in the best of times and the worst of times. For Lenny and Sandra Baronowski, flowers are there all the time. The Baronowskis are natives of Sardis, but their journey is anything but linear. “We’ve known […] The post ‘They Make People Smile’ – Panola couple brings joy with flowers appeared first on The Panolian.
Greg McElroy Reveals SEC Team That Will Exceed Expectations In 2024
The college football season is about a month away from kicking off. One sign is conferences holding their media day events in anticipation of the upcoming season. SEC media days are taking place this week, and the Ole Miss Rebels were one of the teams that drew attention in the first round of teams ...
MSU student creates design proposals for cultural campus master plan
Thirteen teams of Mississippi State students in the College of Architecture, Art and Design's innovative Collaborative Studio recently created a master plan for a hypothetical cultural campus. Billy Guevara-Gonzalez, an architecture major from Florence, served as a project designer. The plan included a freestanding museum, which would hold the university's...
Vicksburg’s Laurence Sullivan is now playing football at Nicholls State University
Vicksburg native Laurence Sullivan Jr. is now playing football at Nicholls State University. He entered the transfer portal back in December after spending one season at Coastal Carolina. Sullivan played high school football at Vicksburg High under former Head Coaches Tim Hughes and Todd McDaniel. The defensive back went on...
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