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Pearl Riverkeeper raises questions on alternative to One Lake Project
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A local environmental group is raising more questions about a new alternative to address flooding along the Pearl River, including how local sponsors will pay for it. Pearl Riverkeeper hosted a virtual meeting on Wednesday to share details of the recent Draft Environmental Impact Statement for...
Natchez one of three cities chosen for Tree Mississippi program
NATCHEZ—The loss of the historic Magnolia tree on the grounds of White Wings on North Wall Street and some other trees in the area has caused city officials to question whether they are doing enough to protect the city’s trees. Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson said the city will review its procedures to determine their adequacy. […] The post Natchez one of three cities chosen for Tree Mississippi program appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
BONEYARD: Baseball porting traffic flowing both ways
The NCAA transfer portal window for college baseball is officially closed. As the clock struck midnight on July 2nd, the opportunity to transfer and have immediate eligibility ended. Mississippi State had one final player declare just before the deadline. RHP Colby Holcombe was the eighth and and final Diamond Dawg to enter the transfer talent pool.
Firework safety tips in preparation for the Fourth of July
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) - Last year, 9,700 people in the U.S. ended up in the emergency room with firework injuries, according to data from the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Whether you buy firecrackers, bottle rockets, or sparklers; doctors, firefighters, and even fireworks sellers say people need to focus on...
Ole Miss could push for recent Alabama football decommit Myles Johnson
While Ole Miss secured a commitment from four-star safety, Cortez Thomas, Alabama, lost two, with Zymear Smith and Myles Johnson decommitting from the program. Johnson has been committed to Alabama since October 2023 but has said that he has not received much contact from the new coaching staff. Ole Miss and Florida have still been recruiting the four-star linebacker, and now he has opened up his recruitment again, the Rebels may ramp up their efforts in his recruitment.
TALE OF A TREE: Owners, arborist say historic Magnolia was unsafe and dangerous
NATCHEZ — Paris Winn and Beau Bumgardner said they recently had to make a difficult and painful decision. The two own the historic home White Wings, on which a majestic 300-year-old Magnolia tree stood until Friday, May 24. White Wings is the beloved former home of the late Sallie Ballard. Her friends said that as […] The post TALE OF A TREE: Owners, arborist say historic Magnolia was unsafe and dangerous appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
First Allen A.M.E. Church unveils historic marker in Laurel
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - First Allen A.M.E. Church in Laurel unveiled a historic marker Wednesday to celebrate 132 years of service. “I’m so excited because God waited for a time such as this,” said The Rev. Tracye Jasper-Monagan. Many leaders and community members gathered the oldest black church...
Sumrall resident wins $100,000 in 2nd-chance lottery
JACKSON, Miss. (WDAM) - A Sumrall resident saw a second chance turn into $100,000. Six Mississippi residents won a combined $540,000 in the Mississippi Lottery Corporations “2nd Chance” promotional drawing on July 2. The Sumrall winner was one of three names drawn as $100,000 winners. The Sumrall player’s...
Former USM hooper Pauline Love continues to grow as a coach
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Southern Miss women’s basketball fans remember Pauline Love for her dominance on the court. She finished her Lady Eagles career (2007-2010) with 1,576 points, averaging 16.6 points and 11.1 rebounds per game. Love has brought the same passion and energy from her playing days to...
Salaries for two public university presidents creep toward $1 million a year
Two public university presidents in Mississippi now make almost $1 million a year each while pay for faculty and staff at the state’s eight universities remains stagnant. The hefty salaries are largely, but not entirely, due to the private foundations for the University of Mississippi and Mississippi State University supplementing the state salaries for Glenn Boyce and Mark Keenum, respectively.
Free fishing at Jeff Davis Lake July 4
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is excited to announce Thursday, July 4 is a “Free Fishing Day,” offering residents the opportunity to enjoy fishing without a license on any public water throughout the state. MDWFP encourages residents to take advantage of this opportunity and visit one of our 18 state lakes […] The post Free fishing at Jeff Davis Lake July 4 appeared first on Prentiss Headlight.
NFL Legend Brett Favre Faces New Criticism After Development in Welfare Fraud Scandal
NFL legend Brett Favre is facing renewed criticism for his role in a welfare fraud scandal in Mississippi that could soon land a pair of journalists in jail. Reporter Anna Wolfe and editor Adam Ganucheau uncovered a scandal around the state's spending of welfare funds, which included $1.1 million ...
Where is it unsafe to fish in Mississippi?
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Catching a 60-pound catfish on Independence Day is the dream for most, but eating the fish from some waters in the state could be a nightmare for your health. The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) asserts that consuming fish from certain waters could make you sick. Health advisories spanning decades reveal […]
Local Miss Hospitality titleholders prepare for state competition
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - It’s time for the annual Mississippi’s Miss Hospitality competition and three young ladies are preparing to represent our area. This year Kaity Quinn is representing Meridian, Michaela McDonald is representing Lauderdale County and Laura Kate Robinson is representing Clarke County. Ladies from across the...
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