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SPD officer critically injured during funeral escort
A Starkville Police Department officer was critically injured on Saturday after a vehicle collided with his motorcycle as he assisted with a funeral procession escort.
Hughes scores in overtime as US beats Canada for first men’s hockey gold at the Olympics since 1980
The United States is on top of the hockey world for the first time in nearly a half-century. No miracle needed.
MSMS alumna joins elite ranks with Marshall Scholarship win
The British government has awarded University of Mississippi senior Sophia Toner a prestigious Marshall Scholarship.
Columbus Spring Pilgrimage returns April 7-19
Columbus will host its annual Spring Pilgrimage April 7-19, featuring tours of historic homes, local food, music and other events.
Community Calendar for 2-21-26
Saturday, Feb. 21 ■ Museum Miles 5K: The Oktibbeha County Heritage Museum, 206 Fellowship St., will host the annual “Museum Miles: Race Through History 5K”
Heritage boys fall in opening round of MAIS overall tournament
For Leake Academy, the fourth time was the charm.
Owls move into tie for 2nd in SLIAC standings after topping Westminster, 78-74
With one game remaining in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) regular season, The W men’s basketball has drawn itself into a tie for second place in the league standings, after its 78-74 home win over Westminster College at Pohl Gym.
Everyday Clay: If only you knew how much I see you
I’m not sure why, but sentiment has framed my writing this February.
Ole Miss can’t hold on to fourth-quarter lead in loss to LSU
No. 17 Ole Miss led by nine heading into the fourth quarter of its highly-anticipated matchup against No. 7 LSU Thursday night but was held without a field goal the entire final period, and the Tigers roared past the Rebels 78-70 at SJB Pavilion.
Lyceum Series at Mississippi State welcomes Sonic Escape
Violinist Maria Kaneko and flutist Shawn Wycoff will bring their innovative classical interpretations to Mississippi State University’s Lyceum Series on Thursday.
Mississippi hospital system closes all clinics after ransomware attack
A ransomware attack forced the University of Mississippi Medical Center to close all of its roughly three dozen clinics around the state and cancel elective procedures for a second day on Friday, hobbling one of the state’s largest health care providers.
Starkville Garden Club learns how to host a butterfly release
Butterflies weren’t just fluttering in the imagination of Starkville Town and Country Garden Club members Tuesday – they were the subject of a hands-on lesson from Lynn Wells of the Oxford Garden Club on how to host a butterfly release.
Brad Locke: Fan behavior at high school games is getting worse
There is a fine line between being a passionate fan and just being a jerk. I’ve been seeing more and more people step right over that line in recent years.
Bowen notches Owls’ first-ever triple double in loss to Westminster
Senior Mia Bowen notched the first-ever triple-double game in the women’s basketball program’s modern era, but it was not enough to prevent a 67-52 loss to Westminster College in a St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) matchup at Pohl Gym.
Outdoors Feature: Destination hunting great combo of experiences to be had
As hunters across the country begin planning spring travel and scouting new destinations, Nebraska is increasingly drawing attention as a reliable option for out-of-state turkey hunters looking for quality opportunities, strong access to public land, and a well-managed permit system.
Two men injured in Meadlebrook Circle shooting
Two men were left injured after a shooting Thursday at Meadowbrook Drive.
Jabe Nicholson: Heaven’s Logic
Some say Christians must kiss their brains goodbye. Really? Haven’t they heard the first and great commandment?
