For home shoppers, the Fed’s big rate cut is likely just a small step towards affording a home
The Federal Reserve gave home shoppers what they hoped for last week: a big rate cut and a signal of more cuts to come.
Mississippi mayor says a Confederate monument is staying in storage during a lawsuit
A Confederate monument that was removed from a courthouse square in Mississippi will remain in storage rather than being put up at a new site while a lawsuit over its future is considered, a city official said Friday.
Federal Reserve cuts key rate by sizable half-point, signaling end to its inflation fight
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of high rates that helped tame inflation but also made borrowing painfully expensive for American consumers.
The Rebels are doing things that haven’t been done since 1961. Here’s how those teams compare.
OXFORD — You’ve probably heard a lot about the 1961 Ole Miss football team over the last few days. And, given the circumstances, the 2024
Water, sewer rates to rise more modestly than originally proposed
Starkville Utilities has its rate increase, though the new rates are less than what was requested.
Health tips from Drs. Oz and Roizen for 9-24-24
A fast(ing) way to reduce your Type 2 diabetes woes In 2021, 97.6 million U.S. adults had prediabetes and over 12 million had Type 2
Mississippi State lands commitment from four-star prospect King Grace
Four-star recruit King Grace, the No. 67 prospect in the ESPN recruiting rankings for the class of 2025, committed to Mississippi State on Sunday, becoming
Want to take a selfie on election day? Keep your ballot out of it.
As the ballots roll in during the general election, many voters will also proudly post about their engagement in the election on social media. But in Mississippi, one thing has to stay out of the picture: their ballots.
Office Hours: Are we having fun yet?
I owe you an apology. Last week in this space, I wrote that the Bulldogs, fresh off a disheartening loss to Arizona State in Tempe,
Sites & Bites: Our ancestors were healthier and here’s why
Here’s a sobering thought. The overall quality of life of Americans living in the previous century compared to modern-day residents was much better.
Rapid Recap: Florida 45, Mississippi State 28
STARKVILLE — Turns out, the best cure for a football team in turmoil is to face Mississippi State’s defense. Florida moved the ball at will
US inflation reaches a 3-year low as Federal Reserve prepares to cut interest rates
The post-pandemic spike in U.S. inflation eased further last month as year-over-year price increases reached a three-year low, clearing the way for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates and likely shaping the economic debate in the final weeks of the presidential race.
McDonald’s extends $5 deal through December to keep customers coming
McDonald’s is extending its $5 value meal until December at most U.S. stores, a move that rivals are likely to follow.
Catching On
Heritage Academy receiver Nash McCrary goes up high for a leaping grab over a Pillow Academy defender in MAIS action Friday night. The Patriots defeated
Mona Charen: A second Trump presidency would be terrible for the economy
Following the Eating Pets imbroglio, one would think that undecided voters would have their doubts quelled about how to vote in November. What more is there to say?
Tre Harris’ career night leads Ole Miss to big win over Georgia Southern
OXFORD — Ole Miss senior quarterback Jaxson Dart threw for 382 and four touchdowns Saturday night against Georgia Southern, and senior wide receiver Tre Harris
Fluoride in drinking water poses enough risk to merit new EPA action, judge says
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to further regulate fluoride in drinking water because high levels could pose a risk to the intellectual development of children.
A Mississippi town moves a Confederate monument that became a shrouded eyesore
A Mississippi town has taken down a Confederate monument that stood on the courthouse square since 1910 — a figure that was tightly wrapped in tarps the past four years, symbolizing the community’s enduring division over how to commemorate the past.
Green Wave defense stands tall in win over Tigers
WEST POINT — The Green Wave is back in the win column after a thrilling 20-18 win over local rivals Noxubee County on Friday. Tigers
Attorneys say other victims could sue a Mississippi sheriff’s department over brutality
Attorneys for two Black men who were tortured by Mississippi law enforcement officers said Monday that they expect to file more lawsuits on behalf of other people who say they were brutalized by officers from the same sheriff’s department.