Super Bowl Champion Weighs In on Mississippi State’s Kelley Jones
Kelley Jones has drawn preseason praise, and Brian Hadad sought the view of former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Bryant McFadden on what the season may hold.
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Mississippi Board of Education reviews kindergarten readiness, literacy and math efforts
Mississippi’s State Board of Education received updates on kindergarten readiness assessments and new initiatives to improve literacy and math skills across the state.
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Trump demands Senate cancel August recess until voting bill passes
President Donald Trump urged Senate Majority Leader John Thune to keep senators in Washington until the SAVE America Act is passed, despite Republican leaders saying they lack the votes to advance the measure.
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Mississippi governor appoints Celeste Embrey Wilson to state Supreme Court
Governor Tate Reeves announced the appointment of Celeste Embrey Wilson to the Mississippi Supreme Court, filling a vacancy until a special election is held. Wilson will assume her role on August 1.
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Olympics inspire revival of Jackson rugby club
Mitchell McGinnis said watching rugby at the 2024 Paris Olympics led him to recruit players and secure a practice field, helping revive the nearly dormant Jackson Rugby Club.
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Gov. Tate Reeves appoints DeSoto County judge Celeste Wilson to Mississippi Supreme Court
Gov. Tate Reeves named DeSoto County Circuit Judge Celeste Embrey Wilson to the state Supreme Court, with her appointment taking effect Aug. 1 and lasting until a special election, the governor’s office said.
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Mississippi court plans show wide gaps in public defender appointments
A compilation of circuit court plans filed with the Mississippi Supreme Court shows large disparities in when indigent defendants are appointed counsel, with some counties assigning lawyers within days and others waiting until after indictment, an analysis by The Greenwood Commonwealth found.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College posts photos from practical nursing pinning ceremony
Northeast Mississippi Community College posted photos from its Practical Nursing Pinning Ceremony, calling the event “a night filled with proud smiles, meaningful moments, and a milestone worth celebrating,” the college said in a social media post.
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Blue Mountain Christian named to Phi Theta Kappa transfer honor roll
Blue Mountain Christian University said it was named to the 2026 Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll for being transfer-friendly, based on its PTK Connect Transfer Profile.
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Heat & Wellness Spa to host back-to-school drive, giveaway on Aug. 1
Heat & Wellness Spa in Ripley, Mississippi, will hold a back-to-school drive and community giveaway on Aug. 1 to collect supplies and help local students, the business said.
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Crossroads Rib Shack marks first anniversary in Ripley, offers $3 barbecue sandwiches
Crossroads Rib Shack is celebrating its first anniversary in Ripley with $3 barbecue sandwiches and limited-edition merchandise, Ripley Main Street said. The community organization said the restaurant has become a popular gathering place.
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Mississippi Department of Public Safety Accepting Applications Through Aug. 29
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said it is accepting applications for careers statewide through Aug. 29. Applicants can apply online or contact department recruiters for more information, the agency said.
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Mississippi opens disaster centers after May 6-7 storms, agency says
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said Disaster Service Centers in five counties are available to residents affected by the May 6-7 severe storms. The centers offer face-to-face help and alternate application options.
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MEMA issues extreme heat warnings, advisories across Mississippi
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said extreme heat warnings are in effect for north and central Mississippi and heat advisories cover the rest of the state, with heat index values expected between 105 and 115 degrees.
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Mississippi DOT Seeks Public Comment on Draft Transit Plan and Intercity Bus Study
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is seeking public comment through Sept. 7 on its draft Statewide Transit Plan and Intercity Bus Study, the agency said. The drafts are available at GoMDOT.com/ConnectMS and comments may be emailed to transitstudy@mdot.ms.gov.
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I-110 lane and bridge closures scheduled in Harrison County
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said alternating lane closures and intermittent drawbridge test openings on I-110 will begin at 6 p.m. July 27 and run through noon July 31. MDOT advised motorists to consider alternate routes and posted traffic maps online.
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Mississippi State Auditor’s Office Promotes Internship Opportunities at State Intern Summit
The Mississippi Office of the State Auditor encouraged students to explore internship opportunities during the State Intern Summit at Two Museums.
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Gov. Reeves appoints Celeste Embrey Wilson to Mississippi Supreme Court
Gov. Tate Reeves appointed Celeste Embrey Wilson to the Mississippi Supreme Court, Northern District 3, Place 1, to fill a vacancy created by Robert P. Chamberlin’s confirmation to a federal judgeship, the governor’s office said. Her term begins Aug. 1, 2026.
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Northeast promotes fall enrollment with flexible, affordable options
Northeast said it is encouraging people who delayed college to apply for fall, offering online and in-person programs, affordable tuition and student support at NEMCC.edu.
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Extreme Heat Warning in effect through 8 p.m. Tuesday, NWS Memphis says
The National Weather Service in Memphis warned that heat index values could reach 114 degrees Fahrenheit, creating dangerous conditions and urging those outdoors to take frequent breaks and stay hydrated.
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