Tippah News

Golding goes off-script, impresses in debut appearance at SEC Media Days

Pete Golding used his SEC Media Days debut to describe changes to Ole Miss’ program, defend the school amid tampering talk and say he remains friendly with Lane Kiffin despite heightened rivalry.

Mississippi News

Will Echoles draws first‑round NFL draft buzz for Ole Miss

July 23, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Ole Miss defensive tackle Will Echoles is being mentioned by draft analysts as a potential first‑round pick and credited his Mississippi predecessors for inspiration at SEC Media Days.

Mississippi News

Study: Some popular school meals exceed upcoming federal sodium, sugar limits

July 23, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Researchers at the University of Mississippi and the University of Southern Mississippi found common cafeteria items may contain more sodium and added sugar than allowed under U.S. Department of Agriculture standards set for fall 2027.

Mississippi News

House GOP advances $95 billion plan to fund Iran war, Trump priorities

July 23, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Speaker Mike Johnson pushed a Republican-only $95 billion budget resolution Wednesday to fund the U.S. response to Iran and advance President Donald Trump’s priorities, despite GOP divisions and uncertain Senate support.

Mississippi News

Hyde-Smith joins Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee after Graham’s death

July 23, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Mississippi Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith has been appointed to the Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee following the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham. She will also retain several other committee roles.

UMMC to take over Greenwood Leflore Hospital Aug. 1

Mississippi News

UMMC to assume operations of Greenwood Leflore Hospital on Aug. 1

July 23, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

A federal bankruptcy judge approved the donation of the 25-bed public hospital to the University of Mississippi Medical Center, clearing the way for UMMC to take over operations Aug. 1, officials said.

Typo in House bill stifles $15 million meant to protect Mississippians from storms

Mississippi News

Typo in bill blocks $15 million for Mississippi storm-resilience grants

July 23, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

A clerical error in a House appropriations bill made $15 million contingent on the wrong Senate measure, leaving much of a statewide home-strengthening program unfunded, state officials said.

Mississippi Today wins 2026 Green Eyeshade awards

Mississippi News

Mississippi Today Wins Multiple Awards at 2026 Green Eyeshade Competition

July 23, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Mississippi Today received several awards, including first place for public service journalism, at the 2026 Green Eyeshade Awards, which honor journalism in the Southeast.

Local News

Tupelo police investigating officer-involved shooting on Ruffwood Drive

July 22, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Tupelo Police Department said it is investigating an officer-involved shooting near Ruffwood Drive and Lawndale Drive and has contacted the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation. The department said the scene is active but there is no ongoing threat and no officers were injured.

Education

Northeast Mississippi Community College says scholarships, aid can lower costs

July 22, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Northeast Mississippi Community College says scholarships, financial aid and low tuition can make a college education more affordable than many expect. The college is urging prospective students to apply for the fall semester at NEMCC.edu.

Tippah News

SKYWARN class set for Sept. 14 at Henderson City Hall

Heat advisory in effect for Mid‑South through 8 p.m. Sunday, NWS Memphis says

Mississippi DOT seeks maintenance supervisors in DeSoto and Panola counties

Public notice warns oppressive heat remains this week, urges hydration

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LOCAL NEWS

Man Arrested in Blue Mountain Sentenced to Nearly Five Years for Illegal Reentry

Test Results and Test Rankings for Tippah County Schools Show Highs and Lows for 2025-2026

Booneville Police Investigating Fatal Hit-and-Run Involving Bicyclist

Walnut Man Charged in Prentiss County Bad Check Investigation

SPORTS

College football’s new wild west: courts, conferences and the return of ex‑NFL talent

Blue Mountain Christian women beat Talladega 4-0

Preseason Flashes, Contract Chases and Camp Heat: Why the NFL’s August Noise Matters

When a Joint Practice Becomes a Headline: Lessons from the Giants‑Dolphins Skirmish

D.C. landlord seeks court help after months-long occupation of basement unit

New tapes challenge the ‘Helter Skelter’ motive in Manson murders

Tetris Company warns White House ‘Build the Wall’ game may infringe copyright

USC football crowd struggles in home opener despite win over San Jose State

Ole Miss coach Golding outlines changes, addresses tampering and Lane Kiffin at SEC Media Days

Will Echoles draws first‑round NFL draft buzz for Ole Miss

Study: Some popular school meals exceed upcoming federal sodium, sugar limits

House GOP advances $95 billion plan to fund Iran war, Trump priorities

Hyde-Smith joins Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee after Graham’s death

UMMC to assume operations of Greenwood Leflore Hospital on Aug. 1

Typo in bill blocks $15 million for Mississippi storm-resilience grants

Mississippi Today Wins Multiple Awards at 2026 Green Eyeshade Competition

Tupelo police investigating officer-involved shooting on Ruffwood Drive

Northeast Mississippi Community College says scholarships, aid can lower costs