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Tate Reeves to be roasted by state press association
JACKSON — Republican Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves will be roasted at a journalism dinner in Jackson on Jan. 26.
Business group rolls out strategic plan for Mississippi
JACKSON — The Mississippi Economic Council wants legislators to expand charter schools, recruit more businesses, improve teacher quality and increase the amount of funding available to entrepreneurs.
Lawsuit claims hazing on Picayune ball team
JACKSON — Members of a south Mississippi high school baseball team participated in a hazing ritual that left one teenager hospitalized after being held from behind and punched in the chest, according to a lawsuit filed by the player’s parents.
State emergency response center named for Barbour
PEARL — Mississippi’s emergency operations center was named Thursday for departing Gov. Haley Barbour, who said he is sharing the tribute with all those who respond to hurricanes, floods and other disasters in the state.
Mississippi swears in 7 of 8 statewide officials
JACKSON — Seven of Mississippi’s eight statewide elected officials began their four-year terms Thursday, and Republican Gov.-elect Phil Bryant is preparing to take his oath on Tuesday.
Aberdeen High’s Ward picks Ole Miss
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Channing Ward waited to make his college decision until he was on stage with some of the nation’s top players.
The wait didn’t provide a shocker of an ending, though, as the Aberdeen High School standout announced he will play football at the University of Mississippi in the fall.
Alabama, LSU hope to show power of defense
NEW ORLEANS — The points have been piling up so fast this postseason it’s as if they’re giving away touchdowns along with all those video games and watches the bowls hand out to players.
41-38. 45-38. 67-56. 70-33.
Seemingly endless offense has left LSU defensive tackle Michael Brockers wondering: “Where is the defense at? Does it exist?”
It will in the BCS title game.
When No. 1 LSU and No. 2 Alabama meet at the Superdome on Monday, expect every yard to be earned and touchdowns to be at a premium — again.
University of Mississippi Medical Center to lay off 115 employees
JACKSON — The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson will lay off 115 employees and leave 90 unfilled positions vacant.JACKSON — The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson will lay off 115 employees and leave 90 unfilled positions vacant.
Bryant names Barksdale as interim development head
JACKSON — Gov.-elect Phil Bryant says he plans to name former Netscape CEO Jim Barksdale as the next interim leader of Mississippi’s economic development agency.
BP oil spill payments to resume after fee wrinkle
NEW ORLEANS — Payments to those damaged by BP’s massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico resumed Wednesday, a day after administrators of the $20 billion fund stopped the flow of money, saying they were unclear on how to assess a 6 percent fee for lawyers handling claims.
Woman who hit cyclist appeals $50 fine
WEST POINT — The Clay County woman found guilty of negligence and fined $50 for running over Starkville cyclist Jan Morgan has filed an appeal.
Alabama out to prove it’s No. 1 against LSU
NEW ORLEANS — University of Alabama wide receiver Marquis Maze isn’t about to concede anything to LSU, not even the kicking game.
Sure, the top-ranked Tigers controlled field position with Brad Wing’s punts when the teams met two months ago in what, back then, was called the game of the century. And those four field goals missed by the No. 2 Crimson Tide have left a stamp on the season.
‘Potter’ exhibit open at community college in Jackson County
GAUTIER — An exhibit that blends science and medicine with the “Harry Potter” books begins a six-week stay at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Jackson County Campus library on Jan. 17.
Mississippi judge tosses $322M asbestos lawsuit verdict
JACKSON — A Mississippi judge has thrown out a $322 million lawsuit verdict that had been hailed as the largest asbestos award for a single plaintiff in U.S. history.
Southaven aldermen fail to justify receipts
SOUTHAVEN — The Southaven Board of Aldermen said the vast majority of the $44,000 worth of receipts that they have been reviewing from Mayor Greg Davis’ expenses were not city-related business.
Barbour farewell focuses on spending, collegiality
JACKSON — As he bade farewell to lawmakers Wednesday, Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour urged them to be mindful of taxpayers as they set state budgets and be patient with each other and with new state leaders because “you can’t do diddly by yourself.”
Edmonds’ lawsuit to be heard by 5th Circuit
JACKSON — A federal three-judge appeals panel has scheduled a hearing in New Orleans on Friday on efforts by Tyler Edmonds to revive his wrongful imprisonment lawsuit.
Henry, Ole Miss edge SMU
OXFORD — The tension was still showing on University of Mississippi men’s basketball coach Andy Kennedy’s face several minutes after his team squeezed past Southern Methodist with a 50-48 victory on Tuesday night.
Simply put, it was ugly. Kennedy admits that might be a common theme this season.
Bulldogs announce 2025-25 men’s golf schedule
July 24, 2025
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