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Coahoma County to deputize Clarksdale officers on ‘as-needed basis’
COAHOMA COUNTY, Miss. — In the Mississippi Delta, Coahoma County will be boosting its crime-fighting efforts through a new collaboration between the Sheriff and Clarksdale Police. “Maybe this will be a strong template to show how the collaboration can work,” Clarksdale Mayor Chuck Espy said. Espy told WREG that a new crime-fighting effort in Coahoma […]
Exchange Club Fair open 3 more nights
Watermelon weigh-in Saturday The annual Brookhaven Exchange Club Fair is open again this coming weekend Aug. 1-3 for the final time prior to schools opening for the 2024-2025 year. With two new game booths and cash giveaways, the fair will operate Thursday-Friday 6-9 p.m. and Saturday 4-8 p.m. Gate fee is $5, and arm bands […] The post Exchange Club Fair open 3 more nights appeared first on Daily Leader.
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...
Former Rankin County Coroner Jimmy Roberts dies
PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) – Former Rankin County Coroner Jimmy Roberts has died. Leaders with the City of Pearl said Roberts served Rankin County for more than 30 years. “Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. Jimmy Roberts’ legacy will be remembered and cherished by all who knew him,” Pearl officials […]
Natchez, Adams County reach agreement on E-911 service
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) – Natchez and Adams County leaders came to a final agreement on an E-911 dispatch service. The Natchez Democrat reported the City of Natchez would agree to pay an increase of $199,000 over what it’s currently playing for E-911 dispatch services. The new E-911 agreement is for four years. The city also […]
Predicting Mississippi State football's first six games of the 2024 season
With SEC Media Days behind us, the focus shifts to the Mississippi State Bulldogs' upcoming season. Let’s dive into each matchup on their schedule, examining the first six games, and I'll share my thoughts and predictions. Mississippi State football opens the season with FCS foe. The Bulldogs kick off...
Watermelon Festival kicks off Friday in Water Valley
The 2024 Watermelon Festival in Water Valley kicks off Friday at 6 p.m. with a Street Dance at City Park, topped off with a fireworks display at 9 p.m. On Saturday, enjoy live entertainment, delicious food vendors, kids’ games, arts and crafts booths, exciting contests, an antique car show, a 3K run, and more. Recognized […] The post Watermelon Festival kicks off Friday in Water Valley appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Southern Miss football announces four-game series with longstanding rival
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WLBT) - Southern Miss football is further renewing a long-standing rivalry after announcing a future four-game series. On Tuesday, Southern Miss and Louisiana Tech jointly announced the football series spanning from the 2029 season and concluding during the 2033 campaign, with both teams hosting a pair of games against one another.
Seven Ole Miss rebels set to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics
Seven Ole Miss Rebels are competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics, which kicked off last Thursday and will conclude on Aug. 11. Long set a personal best of 21.83 in the 200-meter in Eugene, Oreg. last June. With that time, she set an Ole Miss record and is No. 2 in collegiate history, T-No. 10 in U.S. history and T-No. 24 in world history. She is one of six women to sweep the 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay in the NCAA championships.
Celebrating like royalty: Bridgerton Brunch
Dearest, gentle readers — who doesn’t want to feel like a queen on her birthday? And what could be more regal than a Bridgerton-themed soiree?. Tenesha D. Batiste, talent acquisition manager for Ingalls Shipbuilding and owner of planning firm Tenesha & Company, is a busy lady, but she uses her June birthday to connect with those closest to her. For her 42nd birthday this year, she invited women near and dear to her heart to a Bridgerton-inspired brunch at 3.11 Events in Pascagoula.
Ole Miss Position Look | Jaxson Dart undisputedly the guy behind center, but next man has to be ready
By all accounts, Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart has earned everything he's received since arriving in Oxford from USC a few years ago. After going through two quarterback battles, there's no debate this time around as to who will lead the Rebels downfield. Naturally, after his Ole Miss sequel yielded...
Former Jackson Prep Pitcher Promoted to the MLB by the New York Yankees
NEW YORK, NY (WJTV)- A former Jackson Prep pitcher will be making his debut tonight for the New York Yankees. Will Warren was called-up by the Major League squad Tuesday afternoon. Warren has won 5 games in Triple-A this year while posting 115 strikeouts. The Yankees play the Philadelphia Phillies at 5:40 p.m.
Paul Finebaum Reveals What Will Cause Lane Kiffin To 'Look Elsewhere'
This upcoming season has the potential to be significant for several coaches who are believed to be on the hot seat. It also has the potential to be important for a few coaches who have come close to making a breakthrough but have not achieved it yet. Lane Kiffin is one of those coaches. Kiffin has ...
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