Water Valley man grows record 219.6-pound watermelon
Seeds will be flying for a long time after a Water Valley man nearly broke the state record for the largest watermelon ever grown. Hal...
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Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage after 25% supply loss in July
The American Red Cross has now issued an emergency blood shortage as not only Mississippi but the nation faces dangerous levels of blood supply. According...
Brookhaven’s Addie Carter crowned 2024 Miss Teen USA
by Caleb Salers
Mississippi’s own Addie Carver has been crowned this year’s Miss Teen USA. The 17-year-old Brookhaven native and Lawrence County High School student was announced the...
Dance Like the Stars charity event set for Saturday in Tupelo
Nine people who have been spending the summer months learning how to dance will take the stage for charity this weekend in Tupelo. Dress rehearsals...
Christine Powell named first woman deputy director at NASA’s Stennis Space Center
by Caleb Salers
A Mississippi Gulf Coast native has been tabbed as the first woman to serve as deputy director at NASA’s Stennis Space Center. Director John Bailey...
Delta State and Northwest Mississippi Community College partner on scholarship opportunity
Delta State University and Northwest Mississippi Community College are partnering on a new program aimed to increase graduation rates at both institutions. This week, the...
Mississippi College announces $200M development that will include dining, amphitheater, and more
Mississippi College has announced plans for a $200 million, mixed-use development set to bring restaurants, an amphitheater, and more to both students and Clinton residents....
Walmart pharmacies offering free health screenings and immunizations on Saturday
by Caleb Salers
As pupils prepare to get back in the classroom nationwide, Walmart pharmacies will be hosting a Wellness Day to help families get up to date...
Extra day added to this year’s Mississippi State Fair
by Caleb Salers
Mississippians will have an additional day to enjoy this year’s state fair. Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson announced the 165th Mississippi State Fair will now run...
Mississippi Lottery announces Cruisin’ the Coast scratch-off ahead of annual car show
With the state’s largest car show just around the corner, the Mississippi Lottery is celebrating in fitting fashion. Beginning Tuesday, Aug. 6, lottery players can...