Mississippi News

Mississippi News Report — Saturday, Nov 14: Emissions, Freeze, Sports

Good evening, Mississippi. Here is the Mississippi News Report for Saturday, November 14, 2026, with the biggest stories from across the Mississippi News Group network since this morning — a Southaven power plant study, a freeze warning for the north, and a full slate of Mississippi sports.

Top Stories

Study: Southaven Power Plant Emissions 19 Times Permit Level

A satellite study by MIT and Carbon Mapper researchers estimates Southaven power plant emissions of NOx ran about 19 times what the state permit expects. Read the full story on DeSoto County News.

Corinth Forecast: Freeze Tonight, Then Dry 70s and Fire Risk

The Corinth forecast calls for a 28-degree low and frost tonight, then a dry warm-up to the 70s that will worsen drought and raise fire danger. Read the full story on Alcorn County News.

DeSoto County Burn Ban: None Yet, but Fire Danger Is Rising

No DeSoto County burn ban is in place, but Marshall County has one and the National Weather Service expects a rain-free week with low humidity. Read the full story on DeSoto County News.

Panola County Sheriff’s Office Issues BOLO for Missy Near Mill Cross Road

A notice from the Panola County Sheriff’s Office references the Mill Cross Road area and says, “BOLO for Missy.” Read the full story on DeSoto County News.

Sports

Alcorn State Women’s Soccer Beats Southern, Reaches SWAC Final

Alcorn State women’s soccer shut out Southern 2-0 to reach the SWAC championship match against Jackson State. Read the full story on Mississippi News Group.

Delta State’s Comeback Falls Short in 25-20 Loss to No. 13 Valdosta State

Delta State erased a 16-point deficit and took a fourth-quarter lead, but Valdosta State answered with a touchdown to win 25-20. The Statesmen finished 5-4 overall and 1-1 in Gulf South Conference play. Read the full story on Mississippi Sports.

Mississippi State Defeats Buffalo 90-57

Madison Francis scored 22 points to lead Mississippi State past Buffalo, 90-57. The Bulldogs pulled away with a 28-13 third quarter and finished with 12 players scoring. Read the full story on Mississippi Sports.

Lake Cormorant Stays Unbeaten with 42–10 Playoff Win over Ridgeland

Lake Cormorant stayed unbeaten Friday night with a 42–10 playoff win over Ridgeland, powered by a strong rushing attack and stout defense. Read the full story on DeSoto County News.

Mississippi News Report is published twice daily by Mississippi News Group. Stories are drawn from msnewsgroup.com, DeSoto County News, Alcorn County News, Tupelo News, Oxford MS News and Mississippi Sports.

Jon Ross Myers

Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com