Lockhart throws for 388 yards, Jackson State routs Edward Waters 66-14
Jared Lockhart threw for a career-high 388 yards and four touchdowns as Jackson State rolled to a 66-14 victory over Edward Waters, the school said.
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Oxford native Madalyn Sullivan named first runner-up at Miss America’s Teen
Madalyn Sullivan of Oxford finished as first runner-up at Miss America’s Teen on Sept. 5 in Palm Beach, Florida, and earned a $9,000 scholarship, pageant officials said.
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Mississippi hasn’t had competitive U.S. House races since 2010; 2026 looks unlikely to change that
Republicans have held three of the state’s four U.S. House seats since 2010, and political ratings and recent election returns suggest the 2026 contests will remain noncompetitive.
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Weak front brings slightly lower humidity, easing Labor Day heat
A weak frontal passage will lower dew points and trim temperatures, reducing heat indices for Labor Day, forecasters said. It will remain hot, but a bit cooler through early in the week.
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Grenada High NJROTC collects more than 20 bags of trash on U.S. 51
Grenada High School’s Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps picked up more than 20 bags of trash along U.S. 51 during an Adopt-A-Highway cleanup, the school district said.
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Quiz: How much do you know about procrastination?
A new quiz based on social scientist Itamar Shatz’s book “Solving Procrastination” offers surprising facts and tools to help readers understand and address procrastination.
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Forecasters warn of isolated strong to severe storms this afternoon and evening
Forecasters say isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening, with damaging winds the primary threat. They added that heavy rain could cause minor flooding because extremely dry soils may increase runoff.
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Trump administration to end $45 million HIV aid to Namibia
The Trump administration said it will stop annual payments to Namibia’s HIV response program, providing a final $45 million in the 2027 fiscal year, a Friday joint statement said.
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Rep. Angie Craig offers herself to replace retiring WNBA commissioner
Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minn., wrote on X that she is “a free agent in January” after WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced her retirement, according to news reports.
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Kremlin says talks with U.S. envoys ‘highly useful’
A Kremlin aide said talks between President Vladimir Putin and U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were “highly useful” as Washington sought to restart stalled peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, Yuri Ushakov said.
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Kennedy Center’s ceiling partially collapses amid debate over closure and renovations
A partial ceiling collapse at the Kennedy Center has renewed calls for a two-year closure, as the Trump-led board pushes for extensive renovations amid legal disputes over the building’s name and future.
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Man indicted after agents seize more than 40 pounds of meth at Dinuba pizza shop
Federal prosecutors say Kawal Preet Singh used a Round Table Pizza restaurant in Dinuba to distribute methamphetamine and was indicted on drug and firearm charges after agents seized more than 40 pounds of meth, three guns and cash.
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Michigan escapes upset, edges Western Michigan 13-12 on final-second Hail Mary
Michigan narrowly avoided an early-season upset, beating Western Michigan 13-12 on Saturday at Michigan Stadium after quarterback Bryce Underwood threw a 46-yard Hail Mary to JJ Buchanan with one second left, according to the game’s play-by-play.
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Doctors suspected family in Alabama woman’s lead poisoning
Hannah Pettey, 22, nearly died after severe lead poisoning that caused debilitating pain and a 45-pound weight loss, the original account said. Doctors suspected either her mother or her husband of trying to poison her.
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College Education Challenges Limited Worldviews, Not Indoctrination, Editor Says
Features Editor Nate Schumann responds to claims that higher education brainwashes students, emphasizing that college encourages critical thinking and diverse perspectives.
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Sunshine Sips to open Oct. 1 in Gulfport, offer training for adults with disabilities
Sunshine Sips will open Oct. 1 in Gulfport and will offer job training for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the Mississippi Free Press reported. The nonprofit A Latte Opportunities will start its first training group of 10 interns Sept. 8, the report said.
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Fifth Circuit Upholds Dismissal of Jackson Lead Lawsuit
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit that alleged lead contamination in Jackson’s water violated residents’ constitutional rights, WJTV reported.
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Jackson expects $4.3 million boost from Labor Day weekend events
City of Jackson officials told WJTV they expect the city to receive a $4.3 million economic boost from events scheduled for the Labor Day weekend, Visit Jackson said.
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Jackson police seek help identifying wanted individuals
The Jackson Police Department asked the public to help identify people wanted by investigators and urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS. Tips that lead to an arrest may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,500, the department said.
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Harrison County focuses on infrastructure, safety amid population growth
As Harrison County’s population increases, officials highlight investments in public safety, mental health, and senior services during the annual State of the County Address.
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