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Sports Column: Washington State’s 2,000-mile trip is par for course in college sports today
The Washington State Cougars are flying more than 2,000 miles across the continent to play Ole Miss Saturday for what will be the Rebels’ homecoming game. That’s a long, long way to travel for what appears to be a gross mismatch.
Caledonia holds off Pontotoc rally in 5A quarterfinals
A furious rally came up just short for Pontotoc on Thursday night.
Sports Column: Different kind of clubbing takes us deep into the outdoors
Hunting clubs exist in all shapes and sizes and, like families, can fall into dysfunction or rise from it depending on their leadership. Rather than an experiment in democracy then, it follows that many of the best and longest-lasting clubs are governed in the style of a benevolent dictatorship.
Common’s journey from Bulls ball boy to NBA theme song composer
When rapper-actor Common was a kid, he carried towels and sneakers as a Chicago Bulls ball boy who was close enough to hear the squeak of shoes and the roar inside the arena.
Tone around Texas much different being unranked instead of No. 1 against Red River rival Oklahoma
The tone of the talk about Texas is certainly much different a year after the Longhorns rose all the way to No. 1 during their debut season in the mighty Southeastern Conference, and for the first time in 40 years were the nation’s top-ranked team when playing and beating Oklahoma.
Chris Jones owns up to mistake in Chiefs’ loss to Jaguars: ‘It’s a teaching point for me,’ he says
Chris Jones took ownership of his mistake on the decisive play in the Chiefs’ loss to Jacksonville last week, when the three-time All-Pro defensive tackle thought Trevor Lawrence was down and stopped on the play, only to watch the Jaguars quarterback scramble to his feet and into the end zone.
Lowndes County Building Permits; Oct. 8, 2025
Mike McCrory; 1558 Mill Road; construct storage/shop; owner Spec; Thornton Drive Lot 32; construct single family residence; Next Gen Contracting LLC Spec; Thornton Drive Lot
City of Columbus Building Permits; Sept. 29-Oct. 2, 2025
Commercial Dispatch Publishing Co.; 109 Fifth St. S.; install signage for Whimsy Tattoo; Avay Wala Adament Investment LLP; 1626 Fifth Ave. S.; building new single
Mississippi towns say ‘no’ to school choice as state-level push continues
As conservative lawmakers promise to expand school choice next year, a handful of Mississippi cities are taking a public stand against the policy.
TSA PreCheck enrollment event returns to GTRA
Golden Triangle travelers have another chance this month to enroll in the Transportation Security Administration PreCheck program.
Mary Means Business: Proof Bakery closes shop
TJ Manna, owner of Proof, announced the downtown bakery’s closure last week.
Local Voices: Education: Teaching versus promoting
Since giving my first lecture in a college classroom 18 years ago, I have noticed a gradual increase in the disconnect between what takes place in the classroom and public perception.
NCAA approves a single January transfer window in college football
The NCAA approved a single January transfer window in college football on Wednesday, a move that will allow coaches with high-stakes postseason games to focus more on matchups than player retention.
Stanford football receives $50 million gift from former player Bradford Freeman
Stanford football has received a $50 million gift from former player Bradford Freeman, the school announced Wednesday, a boost to a program seeking a turnaround under general manager Andrew Luck.
How a meeting called by Pete Golding helped turn around Ole Miss’ defense
A defensive meeting following Ole Miss’ 41-35 win over Arkansas last month seems to have made its mark. After all, the Rebels have been among the best defenses in the SEC since then.
How did some Ole Miss players spend a rare weekend off? With a quick trip home.
If he’s being honest, Ole Miss junior wide receiver Cayden Lee didn’t watch a ton of college football over the weekend. Like several of his teammates, Lee instead took the opportunity to take a much-needed breather in the midst of the chaotic college football season.
College sports watchdog sets up tip line for confidential reporting of violations in new NIL era
The College Sports Commission launched a tip line Wednesday that allows for anonymous reporting of potential violations of rules in the new name, image and likeness era that outline how players are paid, place limits on roster sizes and set a $20.5 million cap on revenue sharing between schools and their athletes.
Make Bacon Cheeseburger Popcorn a new tailgating tradition
Cool air settling in and football games kicking off mean it’s time for tailgating, homegating and enjoying favorite snacks with your fellow fans.
Find comfort in creamy, hearty family meals
Simmering soups and comforting rice bowls offer easy, flavorful ways to warm up after a cold day — especially during busy weeknights when time is at a premium.
Bulldogs announce 2025-25 men’s golf schedule
July 24, 2025
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