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Best Mississippi defensive backs in 2024 MHSAA, MAIS season? See our list
From the likes of Ole Miss commit Maison Dunn to five-star recruit Bralan Womack, the talent at the defensive back position is present. A few weeks until the kickoff of the MHSAA and MAIS 2024 football season, here are the top defensive backs in Mississippi. Players are listed in alphabetical order. Preston Ashley ...
Mississippi seeks to dismiss insurance reimbursement lawsuit
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A state agency is requesting a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit intended to block enforcement of a new Mississippi law. The Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) filed a motion to dismiss the Mississippi Association of Health Plans’s (MAHP) lawsuit. In it, the nonprofit representing health insurance companies asserts that recent legislation regulating […]
Mississippi company ‘shocked’ by Olympics display mocking Last Supper, vows to pull advertising
A Mississippi technology and communications company’s leadership said Saturday they were “shocked” by a mockery of Jesus Christ Friday night in the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics. As a result, CSpire said it would pull its advertising from the Olympics. “We were shocked by the mockery...
Vicksburg’s Ariel Wilson-Hardy opens “Pink Sugar Bakery” in downtown Vicksburg
Vicksburg native Ariel Wilson-Hardy has opened her own bakery in her hometown. “Pink Sugar Bakery” is now open for business in downtown Vicksburg where the grand opening was held on Saturday. Hardy mentioned that her new bakery sells a variety of foods, including cupcakes, cakes, cheesecakes, cookies, brownies,...
Mississippi Insight for July 28, 2024: A new school year with Dr. Errick Greene
The superintendent of Jackson Public Schools talks with 12 News' Byron Brown in a one-on-one exclusive interview on teacher pay raises, declining student numbers and his strategic priorities for the next five years.
Senator Rod Hickman to speak on Monday with an Legislative Update
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Monday night, Senator Rod Hickman is set to speak as this is his District 32 legislative update. Beginning at 6 p.m., members of the community and around the area are encouraged to come out in support and listen as Senator Hickman provides very important details about topics such as health care, criminal justice, education, and economic reforms.
MSU Extension to offer Online Master Gardeners class
By Bonnie A. Coblentz MSU Extension Service VERONA — Gardeners who want to improve their own skills and give back to their communities can take advantage of an online training and certification opportunity this fall. Registration for the next class of Master Gardeners opens Aug. 13 and closes Sept. 12. Participants can begin their training […] The post MSU Extension to offer Online Master Gardeners class appeared first on Daily Leader.
Early morning chase in Downtown Meridian results in traffic stop
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Early Sunday morning, 911 Dispatch received a call around 6 a.m. about suspicious vehicles following them and advised them to pull over to the police department. Upon the vehicle pulling into the police parking lot, MPD noticed a car that continued to move, and that’s when a...
Former Deputy Chief of Police in Gulfport Named FBINAA President
GULFPORT (GG) — The FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. National Board announces the appointment of Craig Petersen during his official swearing-in ceremony held Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024, at the FBINAA 60th National Annual Training Conference held in Kansas City, Missouri. President Petersen was sworn in by Ret. Chief Alan...
Big Rig Truck Show draws in semitruck lovers from across Gulf Coast
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - On Saturday, rigs from across the Gulf Coast could be found in the Coast Coliseum as truckers and fans of big rigs had the chance to showcase their lifestyle. Preston Williamson from Carriere, Mississippi was one of those truckers. “I just want to get a real...
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