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Blake Shapen: "Probably done" with baseball career during transition to Mississippi State football
DALLAS --- For those Mississippi State fans wanting to see Blake Shapen pick up his college baseball career this spring with the Diamond Dawgs, don't get your hopes up. Shapen, Mississippi State football's transfer quarterback from Baylor, shot down the idea of returning to the sport he once was a high school star at, and instead focusing on his remaining eligibility on the gridiron.
Ole Miss Sends Seven Athletes to 2024 Paris Summer Olympics
Ole Miss will be well-represented at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, with seven past and present athletes heading to the games across various sports and events. Seven former and current Ole Miss athletes will compete at the Paris Olympics. Events include the 200-meter track and field, pole vault, high jump,...
WC’s Larry Reynolds Jr. commits to Mississippi Valley State University
Warren Central High School football player Larry Reynolds Jr. has committed to playing at Mississippi Valley State University. Reynolds, who is a defensive end, made the announcement over social media on Friday. Last season, Reynolds racked up 79 tackles, 58 solos, three sacks, two forced fumbles and two pass deflections...
Talking specifics: Monsour, Flaggs expound on opposition to changing Vicksburg’s form of government
Last week, Mayor George Flaggs Jr. issued public statements making clear his feelings about a proposed change to Vicksburg’s form of government. This week, both Flaggs and Ward 2 Alderman Alex Monsour spoke in more detail about why each city leader is opposed to changing the River City’s long-standing government structure. During a town hall […]
River City town hall part 3: Flaggs discusses employee pay raises, housing, street paving
Vicksburg Mayor George Flaggs Jr. hosted a town hall-style meeting Tuesday night, using the forum to address a number of citywide issues and opening the floor to discussion from a packed house at the Robert M. Walker Building. Among concerns addressed at Tuesday’s meeting were public safety, employee pay raises, progress on the city’s animal […]
Wizdom Academy Official Demo Launch Trailer
Watch the demo launch trailer for Wizdom Academy to see the fantasy world and gameplay of this strategy management game. The demo for Wizdom Academy is available now on PC. Build your 3D wizard school, recruit students and staff, manage your resources, take strategic decisions, and solve the mystery of the severe mana shortages at Wizdom Academy.
The Main Attraction forging ahead with a new direction
TUPELO – The Main Attraction Emporium and Coffee Bar — the unique women's apparel, jewelry and gift boutique in the heart of downtown — has been open since 1988. But perhaps by this time next year, maybe even earlier, the shop customers know today will be completely transformed. Owner Barbara Fleishhacker, who's been through three recessions and a pandemic, said the time has come for something ...
Author Jeff Barry's debut novel explores universal themes in a uniquely Southern way
TUPELO • With a name that’s sure to turn the heads of Ole Miss football fans and their rivals, Jeff Barry’s debut novel, “Go to Hell Ole Miss,” is a dialogue-driven narrative that explores universal themes in a uniquely Southern way. “It’s about a father’s willingness to do almost anything to protect his only daughter from the man he had pressured her to marry,” Barry said. “Almost.” The story ...
Flood Risk Increases This Week in Texas & Louisiana
Rounds of heavy rain have been creating scattered flooding issues in Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi over the last few days, thanks to a stalled frontal system. On Sunday, Galveston and Dallas broke daily rainfall records!. As this previous front moves east, a new system is set to move south from...
Missing Child Alert issued for 14-year-old Prentiss girl
JEFFERSON DAVIS COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – A Missing/Endangered Child Alert has been issued for a 14-year-old Prentiss girl. Agents with the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) said Kaycee Alexis Johnson was last seen on Wednesday, July 17 around 6:45 p.m. in the 5500 block of Highway 13 in Jefferson Davis County. Johnson was last seen […]
MDOT gives updates on I-10 widening, Diamondhead projects
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) - The Mississippi Department of Transportation is widening a 12-mile stretch of interstate between Long Beach and Diamondhead exits. The state agency spoke with WLOX News on Sunday. “It’s a massive, massive project,” said Anna Ehrgott with MDOT’s public affairs division. “There are several components to...
UMMC INVITES HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO EXPLORE HEALTH CARE CAREERS
The University of Mississippi Medical Center is inviting high school juniors and seniors interested in health care careers to visit the campus on Saturday, August 24 for Exploring Health Care Pathways. The one-day enrichment event, which is free, will run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the UMMC School...
Counting down to Mississippi State 2024 Kickoff: 44 & 43 Days
Here's another double-dip for the weekend as it's been that kind of week here. Actually, a triple-dip as there are two 43s deserving attention. First, 44 as in… Christian Holmes, the big-play linebacker with an entertaining career. In fact we who covered those 2011-14 teams were big fans of 'Turtle' for the easy grin and quotable quips.
Ole Miss opens as 40-point plus favorite over week 1 opponent Furman
The Rebels are 42 days away from running out onto Hollingsworth field to take on FCS side Furman in the opening game of the 2024 season. As expected, Ole Miss has opened as huge point favorites over the Paladins, with them as big as +42.5 point favorites. In the opening...
CRIME REPORTS: Saturday, July 20, 2024
Felonies The following people were booked into the Lee County-Tupelo Adult Jail in connection with felony charges ending Friday at 11 a.m. Richard W. Chism, 44, of Mooreville, was arrested by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, possession of a Schedule II drug, improper equipment. Mario Denman, 25, of Tupelo, was arrested by the Verona Police Department, felony fleeing. James T. Edwards, 42, of ...
Gabe's Saturday Evening Forecast - Cooler temperatures stick around and so do those rain chances
Scattered showers and thunderstorms remain possible overnight and into Sunday. A stationary front lingering over our area will allow for some more showers and thunderstorms to form especially by Sunday afternoon.
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