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Mississippi among worst states for mental health: report
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Worsening mental health continues to be a problem nationwide, but a recent report reveals that is especially the case in Mississippi. Mental Health America (MHA) data shows Mississippi has the sixth lowest prevalence of mental illness. However, MHA revealed that mental health among Mississippi’s adults is seventh worst nationally. It also […]
Judge dismisses RNC lawsuit to block Mississippi from counting late ballots
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit by the Republican National Committee aiming to prevent Mississippi from counting absentee ballots postmarked by Election Day but received up to five days later. U.S. District Judge Louis Guirola Jr. ruled that Mississippi’s procedure aligns with federal law and does not conflict with the elections clause, the electors […]
Forrest County NAACP aims to stop youth crime
FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – The Forrest County NAACP called on the community and its leaders to help stop youth-involved crime. Officials with the organization said they’re seeing more violent acts being committed by teens in their area, spanning from robberies to murder. They believe many youth lack the proper education and skills to avoid […]
INFINITY Science Center’s Library Outreach “Moon Lights the Way” STEM Family Program
PASS CHRISTIAN (GG) — The Harrison County Library System asks to join them at the library as we explore the moon and how it will guide the way to future space exploration. This hands-on program for families with children ages 7-11 will be presented by INIFINITY Science Center in partnership with the Harrison County Library System and NASA.
‘Grow the Legacy’: RCE’s Fearless 6 wins national cheer competition
BILOXI, Miss. — Four teams from a local cheerleading organization competed in a national competition earlier this month, with one of those squads bringing home a national title. Champions in Motion Richmond County Elite sent 60 cheerleaders to the NYA Association’s 2024 Nationals at the Mississippi Coast Convention Center....
Sam Kendricks journey to pole vaulting in Paris
OXFORD, Miss. (WLBT) – Oxford native Sam Kendricks is on his third Olympic appearance, and this year, he’s going for gold. Kendricks Olympic journey began in 2016 when he won the bronze medal for pole vaulting in Rio De Janeiro. After receiving his Olympic medal, the Ole Miss grad worked, trained, and found himself qualifying for the 2021 Olympics. Unfortunately, after a positive Covid test, he was unable to compete.
Grind to Glory: Winona Tigers looking to maintain their success in the 2024 season
WINONA, Miss. (WTVA) — The Winona Tigers come into the 2024 season as the reigning 3A champions. Joey Tompkins is entering into his 11th year as the Tigers’ head coach. His program has been pretty consistent over the past four years. Winona won four straight district titles and...
New building at Bramlett opens before new school year
Oxford School District board members, Bramlett Elementary officials and other community leaders gathered at Bramlett Elementary School Monday afternoon to cut the ribbon on the school’s newest addition. The 10,259-square-foot building, built behind the main school, adds seven new classrooms to accommodate the school’s growing population of students in kindergarten and first grade. However, the […] The post New building at Bramlett opens before new school year appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
UPS driver injured after train collides with vehicle in Clinton
CLINTON, Miss. (WLBT) - A United Parcel Service driver was injured after a Union Pacific Railroad train collided with his vehicle in Clinton. Director of Communications Marlee Price says the incident happened around 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. According to Price, the UPS truck was struck near Wickstead Drive and pushed...
JSU using surrounding apartments to house students
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson State University (JSU) entered into an agreement with surrounding apartment complexes to help house students for the 2024-25 school year. The agreement was approved on Tuesday, July 30 during a special meeting for the Mississippi Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL). JSU will lease rooms from […]
Two Hartfield Academy grads could have instant impact for Southern Miss football
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Two Hartfield Academy graduates could make an instant impact for Southern Miss football during the upcoming 2024 season, according to head coach Will Hall. Linebacker Chris Jones and Tight End Reed Jesiolowski were key in leading Hartfield to its first-ever state championship in football in the...
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