Snow, ice and cold prevent baseball start at Delta State

Delta State’s nationally renowned NCAA Division II baseball team was supposed to open the 2026 season Friday against Harding (Arkansas) University in Cleveland.

Win your watch party with a fan-favorite dip

From pregame parties to kickoff and the final whistle, game-day hosts know savory snacks are key to victory.

Robert St. John: The best thing that ever happened to me

There was a kid from my hometown who thought he had it all figured out at 21. Charm. Dreams. A family who loved him.

Clemson’s Swinney alleges tampering by Ole Miss’ Golding, calls for reforms

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is accusing Ole Miss coach Pete Golding of tampering with transfer player Luke Ferrelli and said Friday he has forwarded evidence to the NCAA.

Absentee ballots available for March 10 state primary

In-person and mail-in absentee ballots for the March 10 state primary election are now available at each county’s respective circuit clerk’s office.

Ole Miss men lose second straight, fall to Kentucky

Despite a late rally that saw Ole Miss cut its deficit to Kentucky down to two points with 2:48 to play, the Wildcats outscored the Rebels 10-3 over the game’s final 1 minute, 5 seconds in a 72-63 victory at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. It’s Ole Miss’ (11-9, 3-4 SEC) second loss in a row.

Education: W, EMCC students come together for leadership retreat

A cohort of first-generation students from Mississippi University for Women and East Mississippi Community College, members of the Lowndes First-generation Youth Realizing Success Together Leaders, came together at Plymouth Bluff Environmental Center for the 2026 leadership retreat, Jan. 8-9.

Sean Payton’s gamble: The decision that derailed the Broncos’ Super Bowl dreams

With a blizzard bearing down on Empower Field at Mile High, coach Sean Payton went for the jugular instead of the points, short-circuiting the Denver Broncos’ drive to Super Bowl 60.

Education Briefs for 1-27-26

Local students named to Samford Dean’s List BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Three local students were among more than 2,575 named to the Samford University Dean’s List

Education: Soaring to success

Letter: Leftists and anarchy

You only need to turn the television on, read the paper or listen to the news on the radio to become aware of the lawlessness

Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities announces grant funding

The Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities (MSCDD) is accepting grant proposals for projects that support people with developmental disabilities and their families.

Prepare your plants now for extreme weather

With periods of extreme cold possible during winter, local gardeners are being encouraged to take steps now to protect plants from freeze damage.

Blue Tie Gala and Youth of the Year Event to celebrate local youth leadership

The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Golden Triangle will host its second Blue Tie Gala and Youth of the Year Event on Friday at the Columbus Club, 1815 14th Ave. N.

Cotie McMahon’s career night leads Ole Miss past Missouri

Behind a career-high tying 33 points and 12 rebounds from senior guard/forward Cotie McMahon, No. 18 Ole Miss defeated Missouri 82-61 Thursday night at Mizzou Arena. The Rebels (17-4, 4-2 SEC) made their final 11 shots in the fourth quarter.

Waterfowl load market continues scientific innovation

The last week of the regular waterfowl season, closing Jan. 31, and the majority of the Light Goose Conservation Order shooting, closing March 31, is an ideal time for hunters to experiment with new shot shell options for their future hunts.

In the Garden with Felder: Got good dirt – er, potting soil?

I had a dream the other night, vivid enough to wake me so I could text myself a morning reminder.

Owls’ hoops drops pair at SLIAC-leading Webster

In a battle of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference’s (SLIAC) top two teams, the second-place The W squad came up short versus league-leader Webster University, 74-67, at Grant Gym.

Rick Cleveland’s educated guess: Trinidad Chambliss will quarterback Ole Miss in 2026

The educated guess here is that Trinidad Chambliss will be the starting quarterback for Ole Miss when the Rebels open the 2026 season against Louisville at Nashville on either Sept. 5 or 6.

College Football Playoff to remain at 12 teams after SEC and Big Ten fail to agree on expansion

The College Football Playoff resolved a few of its thorny issues Friday — including how to deal with Notre Dame — but left the toughest one unresolved, staying at 12 teams for next year and failing to expand the postseason to 16 or more.