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Cameron Young and Justin Thomas see the PGA Championship differently because of their fathers
For a major that has long sought an identity apart from the other three, one element of the PGA Championship stands out.
Doug Hutton: 101 points in one day of basketball. That’s just part of his amazing story
Doug Hutton of Clinton and Mississippi State was surely one of the most gifted and versatile athletes in Mississippi history.
Laurel Park waited 114 years for the Preakness. It may be a farewell as much as a debut
The crowds that once packed Laurel Park dressed in their best to watch champions like Secretariat and Seabiscuit have long since disappeared.
Former Ole Miss coach Rod Barnes introduced as new head coach at ICC
Rod Barnes is back in his home state of Mississippi.
Judd Utermark sets program home run record in Ole Miss rout of UT Martin
Ole Miss senior third baseman Judd Utermark’s two-run home in the first inning Tuesday gave him 49 in his storied career – breaking a tie with Kyle Gordon for the most in program history – as the No. 15 Rebels cruised past UT Martin 17-6 in the regular-season finale at Swayze Field.
City of Columbus Building Permits, April 27 – May 7, 2026
Eddie Shelton; 1907 15th Ave. N.; repairs; Chester Harris Tawanda Smith Dukes; 1614 Short 11th Ave. N.; demolish single-family home; G6 Dirt Construction City of
Foul calls are up in the NBA playoffs. History says that’s to be expected
NBA referees are calling about 11% more personal fouls per game so far in these playoffs than they did during the regular season, a differential that’s on pace to be one of the largest in NBA history.
Legge could become the first woman to complete racing’s ‘Double’ at Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600
Katherine Legge hopes to become the first woman to attempt “The Double” in racing — even if she’s reluctant to claim the title.
Tax cuts collide with inflation as voters weigh Trump’s economy in the midterms
Standing behind a downtown bar, Evan Duke smiled when he thought about no longer paying federal income tax on the hundreds of dollars in tips he earns on a busy night pouring beers and mixing drinks.
Tech carries Wall Street to records, even as most stocks fall after discouraging inflation data
A rebound for technology stocks led Wall Street to records Wednesday, even though the majority of U.S. stocks fell following another discouraging update on inflation.
Other Editors: Iran thinks Trump is bluffing
Days late and tons of enriched uranium short, Iran’s regime rejected the U.S. peace offer on Sunday and replied with unserious demands. On Monday President Trump called Iran’s counteroffer a “piece of garbage” that leaves the cease-fire “on massive life support — where the doctor walks in and says, ‘Sir, your loved one has approximately a 1% chance of living.’”
Froma Harrop: There’s a reason some populist views are popular
The British election should serve as a warning to Democrats who let their left fringe run riot with scant criticism. Too many Democratic strategists and friends in the progressive media read the noise coming from the far left as evidence of broader public opinion than warranted, even among Democrats. Then come voting day, turned-off moderates make them lose.
Former private prison executive David Venturella will become ICE’s acting leader
David Venturella, a former executive at a private prison operator, will serve as the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the Trump administration says, after the agency’s current leader steps down at the end of the month.
US overdose deaths fell again in 2025, but some worry about policy and drug supply changes
About 70,000 Americans died of drug overdoses last year — about 14% fewer than the previous year, according to preliminary government data.
Officials say $1.3 billion in Medicaid money to California will be deferred over suspicions of fraud
Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday announced new steps in the Trump administration’s initiative to root out fraud in federal health programs, including a $1.3 billion deferral in Medicaid reimbursements to California.
Appeals court spares Trump from paying $83 million defamation award to E. Jean Carroll — for now
President Donald Trump won’t have to pay an $83 million defamation award to a longtime advice columnist until the U.S. Supreme Court gets a chance to review the case or reject an appeal, according to a court entry Tuesday.
Senate confirms Trump pick Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, following Powell
The Senate confirmed President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, bringing new leadership to the world’s most powerful central bank at a fraught moment for the global economy.
US grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes weren’t the only reason
Americans paid more for their groceries last month, but high gasoline prices resulting from the Iran war were only one of the reasons why.
Mary Means Business: Ollie’s scheduled for September opening
Bargain shoppers, there’s still a bit of a wait for the Columbus Ollie’s store.
After a court win and first spring practice as Ole Miss’ No. 1 QB, Chambliss is ready to recharge
Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss is ready to “disappear” for a while.
