Mississippi News Report — Friday, Nov 13: U.S. 98 Closure, Ole Miss
Mississippi news for Friday, November 13, 2026 — a highway closure in Lamar County, arrests in Tupelo and Columbus, a burn ban entering its final week in Tishomingo County, and a big night of Mississippi sports, from Ole Miss women’s basketball to Friday night playoff football.
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MDOT: U.S. 98 closure over I-59 underway in Lamar County
The Mississippi Department of Transportation says a temporary closure is underway on U.S. 98 over Interstate 59 in Lamar County. The closure began Friday, November 13, at 9:00 a.m. and is expected to continue through Monday, November 17, at 5:00 a.m.
Tupelo man charged with aggravated assault after vehicle strike, held without bond
Tupelo police arrested Aubrey Turner, 50, on Nov. 10 and charged Turner with one count of aggravated assault after a person reported being intentionally struck by a vehicle. Officers responded Nov. 8 to Walls Bargain Center, 1710 South Gloster Street, where they spoke with the person, who was taken to North Mississippi Medical Center. Tupelo Municipal Court Judge Allen ordered Turner held without bond on Nov. 12, and the charges will be presented to the Lee County Grand Jury.
Columbus police report cyberstalking arrest and $5,000 bond
The Columbus Police Department has arrested a man on cyberstalking charges, and he was released on a $5,000 bond.
Around Mississippi
Tishomingo County burn ban enters final week, ends Nov. 19
The Tishomingo County burn ban is entering its final scheduled week and remains fully in effect through a cold, dry weekend. Under state rules, a burn ban means no outdoor burning of any kind, and anyone who knowingly and willfully violates one can be fined at least $100 and up to $500. The National Weather Service forecast for Iuka calls for sunny skies and no rain through at least Tuesday, with a low around 29 Friday night. The Mississippi Forestry Commission lists 53 Mississippi counties under burn bans as of Friday; Alcorn and Prentiss counties are not on the list.
Oxford High School CTE program receives $15,000 TVA grant
Oxford High School’s Career and Technical Education department recently received a $15,000 grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority, according to the Oxford School District. The grant will support a collaborative, hands-on project focused on solar power, bringing together students from different CTE programs to explore engineering, construction and renewable energy.
Sports
Cooper scores 29 as Ole Miss routs UAlbany 95-41
Talaysia Cooper scored 29 points and Ole Miss hit 15 3-pointers in a 95-41 victory over UAlbany, giving the Rebels a 3-0 start to the season. Cooper shot 10 for 16 from the field and 7 for 12 from 3-point range; her seven 3-pointers tied for the fourth-most in a game in program history. Ole Miss is scheduled to host Louisiana Tech on Sunday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. Central at The SJB Pavilion.
Jackson State blanks Alabama A&M, reaches SWAC title match
Jackson State defeated Alabama A&M 2-0 Friday at the PVAMU Soccer Complex in Prairie View, Texas, advancing to the SWAC championship match. Karime Antonio-Lopez scored on a first-half penalty kick, and Kyla Gomez added a goal in the closing seconds. The Tigers, now 10-6-3, are scheduled to play for the SWAC championship Sunday at 1 p.m.
Games to Watch: Unbeaten hosts face playoff tests from Tupelo to Winona
Tupelo, Winona and Lake Cormorant take unbeaten football records into home playoff games Friday, November 13. Starkville visits 11-0 Tupelo, Kossuth visits 11-0 Winona and Ridgeland heads to 10-0 Lake Cormorant, all kicking off at 7 p.m. Central, as does Brandon’s playoff trip to Gulfport. Houston hosts North Pontotoc in basketball Friday night, and Clinton’s unbeaten girls soccer team travels to St. Patrick in Biloxi.
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