The Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) Board of Trustees announced Wednesday afternoon that Dr. Marcus Thompson has submitted his resignation as president of Jackson State University, less than a year and a half after the former IHL administrator was hired … Continued
A new era of professional baseball has officially begun in central Mississippi. Local officials in Rankin County joined Mississippi Mud Monsters staffers on Tuesday for a ceremonial ribbon cutting, marking a new beginning at Trustmark Park in Pearl. Following the … Continued
As campaign season picks up steam for municipalities across the state, the Mississippi Department of Transportation is reiterating regulations relating to signs endorsing particular candidates. Campaign signs are not permitted within right-of-ways on state highways. The width of the highway … Continued
The Ole Miss men’s basketball team has landed a big addition to its roster ahead of the upcoming campaign. Chris Beard and company on Tuesday locked down a commitment from James Scott, a 6-foot-11 forward from Louisville. The haul marks the … Continued
An ambulance believed to have been stolen on Wednesday was crashed into a north Mississippi hospital, according to local law enforcement. The Southaven Police Department confirmed “an isolated incident where an ambulance was driven into Baptist DeSoto Hospital” around 10 … Continued
Broadcasting from Walley Properties & Forestry in Ellisvile, Mississippi: Assistant USM baseball coach Travis Creel talks Ferriss Trophy finalists announcement which includes Southern Miss pitcher JB Middleton and second baseman Nick Monistere, and he previews weekend series against Louisiana-Lafayette. Former … Continued
A new, state-of-the-art practice facility will soon be constructed for the Mississippi State football team after a historic donation was announced by the university’s athletic department on Wednesday. Howard Industries, a Laurel-based manufacturer of electrical and technology products, is providing … Continued
The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame announced five finalists for the 2025 Ferriss Trophy Wednesday, the award that recognizes the state’s top collegiate baseball player. Finalists include Delta State pitcher Drake Fontenot, Mississippi State third baseman Ace Reese, Ole Miss … Continued
A Ridgeland teenager accused of breaking into a local shooting range and stealing a pair of firearms is being charged as an adult. On Thursday around 3:18 a.m., police responded to Two Gun Tactical on Highway 51 after receiving notification … Continued
After officials announced a lockdown of Keesler Air Force Base Wednesday morning, initial unconfirmed reports indicated that a possible active shooter situation was underway at the Biloxi military base. Sources on the coast said that gates at the facility were … Continued