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The W welcomes the state’s young scholars for Mississippi Governor’s School
The state’s next generation of leaders, innovators and creators has arrived at Mississippi University for Women for the 2026 Mississippi Governor’s School, a prestigious tuition-free residential honors program taking place through June 13.
Junior Auxiliary of Columbus awards $33K in scholarships to Lowndes seniors
Junior Auxiliary of Columbus is proud to announce the awarding of $33,000 in scholarships to 12 graduating high school seniors across Lowndes County, recognizing students for their academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to serving others.
Non-residents make take only one gobbler before April 1, no fooling
Mississippi will limit non-residents to two turkeys rather than three per season, and to only one turkey before April 1 beginning in the 2027 season, wildlife officials recently ruled.
The vibes in Canada feel much different than the US as the World Cup arrives
For Canada, the World Cup is more about the soccer.
Big 12 becoming first Power Four conference to have all members agree to CSC participation
The Big 12 is becoming the first Power Four conference to have each of its members sign participation agreements with the College Sports Commission, the agency formed last year to police name, image and likeness payments.
Big 12 becoming first Power Four conference to have all members agree to CSC participation
The Big 12 is becoming the first Power Four conference to have each of its members sign participation agreements with the College Sports Commission, the agency formed last year to police name, image and likeness payments.
Calculating value of instruction depends on point of view
The Old Man trudged through the shallow pond, carefully keeping the wooden handle at his end of the net upright and the lines between us fairly tight, guiding the bottom through the mud and turning the seine in an arc.
MLB owners propose a salary cap for the first time since baseball’s 1994-95 strike
Major League Baseball owners made their long-expected salary cap proposal to the players’ association on Thursday, a system the union has vowed never to accept, setting the sides on course for a confrontation that threatens the 2027 season and perhaps beyond.
Meg Moore returns from tryouts with junior national team
The area’s best girls basketball player is fresh off a valuable experience.
Non-residents make take only one gobbler before April 1, no fooling
Mississippi will limit non-residents to two turkeys rather than three per season, and to only one turkey before April 1 beginning in the 2027 season, wildlife officials recently ruled.
Calculating value of instruction depends on point of view
The Old Man trudged through the shallow pond, carefully keeping the wooden handle at his end of the net upright and the lines between us fairly tight, guiding the bottom through the mud and turning the seine in an arc.
Mississippi: The Diamond State, with wins in baseball and softball at all levels
If Mississippi ever decides to move away from its official nickname – The Magnolia State – here’s a suggestion: The Diamond State.
Game 7 awaits Spurs and Thunder, with NBA Finals berth against Knicks going to the winner
The last time Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder played a Game 7 it was the ultimate game of ultimate games, one that decided last season’s NBA championship.
The vibes in Canada feel much different than the US as the World Cup arrives
For Canada, the World Cup is more about the soccer.
Pitch perfect: Cade Townsend and the art of pitching
Be prepared to take notes should you decide to take a field trip to the Cade Townsend School of Pitching.
Everyday Clay: Enough is enough
“Why don’t we just strap a chain around the house and drag it down there?” That was the last remark I courageously made to my wife before I high-tailed it away with our two dogs in a separate vehicle to take them to the border for a week.
Wyatt Emmerich: Natchez, a treasure to be visited
Natchez is a treasure and I was delighted to spend a long weekend in that historic town on Memorial Day.
US stocks gain ground, adding to their records, as Dell soars
Wall Street pushed further into the record books Friday, as the major stock indexes extended the market’s recent winning streak and closed out a solid month of gains.
Prelude Conservatory offering ballet scholarship auditions
Prelude Conservatory will host scholarship auditions this summer for young dancers interested in advanced ballet training.
In the Garden with Felder: The beauty of tough, low-water plants
Looking for an attention-grabbing new direction in your garden? I’m doing a makeover of a corner of my front yard featuring exotic-looking but perfectly hardy cacti and succulents.
