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Former Mississippi community college technician charged with embezzlement
ITAWAMBA COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Special agents from the State Auditor’s Office arrested a former Itawamba Community College (ICC) Telecommunications and Information Services Technician. State Auditor Shad White said Timothy Lucius has been charged with one count of embezzlement. Lucius is accused of selling multiple pieces of electronic equipment, owned by ICC, on his personal […]
Oxford, Lafayette school district mourn loss of student, staff member
The Oxford and Lafayette County school districts are each mourning the loss of one of their own. On Monday, the Oxford School District announced that Scarleth Daniela Garcia-Mendoza, 7, died in a vehicle crash in Pontotoc on Friday. Scarleth attended Bramlett Elementary School. “If you knew Scarleth, you knew her beautiful smile and joyful laughter. […] The post Oxford, Lafayette school district mourn loss of student, staff member appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
MSU to the Rescue: Veterinary Medicine College Again Saves Rare Sea Turtle
One Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, among the world’s most endangered sea turtle species, has had its third successful visit for specialized care at Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Better known by university veterinarians as Toast Malone, this turtle recently arrived with a fishhook lodged in...
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 […]
Jackson State football predicted to finish third in SWAC East; three players named to All-SWAC first-team
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WLBT) - Jackson State football has received its preseason predicted finish along with key players earning preseason All-SWAC honors at the 2024 SWAC Football Media Days. Head JSU football coach TC Taylor enters his second season at the helm of his alma mater after leading a successful debut...
Leake Academy’s Brian Pickens to be inducted into MAIS Hall of Fame
Leake Academy Headmaster and head football coach Brian Pickens will be inducted into the Mid-Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) Coaches Association Sports Hall of Fame class of 2024. Brian Pickens was born in Shelby, MS in 1971 to Larry and Betty Pickens. He is married to the former Angie Bowen...
Authorities searching for suspects after man found dead in Jackson parking lot
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Jackson Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspects connected with a 2022 Jackson murder. The Jackson Police Department tells WLBT 3 On Your Side that officers found Jessie Ragsdale dead in a parking lot on Suncrest Drive near the Taco Bell location on July 9, 2022.
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 ...
2 women wanted for fraud investigations in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Police in Hattiesburg are asking for the public’s help in identifying two women wanted for two separate fraud investigations. According to Hattiesburg Police Department Public Information Officer, Tate Rutland, 35-year-old Jessica Lewis of Shabuta has an active. warrant for computer fraud in connection to a...
Adams County board honors Biglane
NATCHEZ, Miss. – Adams County supervisors have paid homage to James Biglane, the Natchez oilman and bank founder who died Monday. The Board of Supervisors interrupted their Monday meeting to hold a moment of silence when news came of Biglane’s death. “He was a really generous and good...
Tuesday’s Dawg Biscuits: Updates on 2025 prospects Kevin Oatis, Kolin Wilson and Jamarion Davis-Fleming
Step inside for the latest on several 2025 and 2026 prospects on Mississippi State’s radar in football and basketball along with team news: First Biscuit – Starting the day with football and team news, of late I have talked to sources about the Mississippi State safeties group entering training camp and that grouping is pretty […] The post Tuesday’s Dawg Biscuits: Updates on 2025 prospects Kevin Oatis, Kolin Wilson and Jamarion Davis-Fleming appeared first on On3.
Congress of Country Music celebrates 60th anniversary of Connie Smith's "Once a Day"
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (WTOK) -Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music celebrated a special anniversary. Today marks the 60th anniversary of Connie Smith’s iconic song “Once a Day” and her incredible story. One of the main highlights of the event was the collaboration with The Boys and Girls...
Petal School District undergoing leadership changes
PETAL, Miss. (WDAM) - The Petal School District is facing multiple leadership changes for this upcoming school year. Pending school board approval, Emily Branch will serve as the new principal of Petal Primary School. Branch is a 25-year educator who has served the district for 20 years. She was more...
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