Daily thunderstorms, flash-flood risk forecast for Mid-South through weekend
Forecasters say daily thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected through the weekend, creating a medium risk of localized flash flooding across the Mid-South.
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Ripley holds Memorial Day program at Sportsplex
Organizers invited the community to a Memorial Day program at the Ripley Sportsplex at 10 a.m., which will include a historical marker unveiling by the Daughters of the American Revolution and a program by the American Legion, organizers said.
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North Mississippi Primary Health Care Sponsors Burnside Music Fest
Burnside Music Fest organizers thanked North Mississippi Primary Health Care for sponsoring the festival, saying the partnership will help bring live music, tourism and energy to downtown Ripley.
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At least 82 killed in gas explosion at Chinese coal mine
A gas explosion at a coal mine in China has killed at least 82 people and injured over 120, marking one of the deadliest recent mining disasters in the country.
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Living Faith in Troubling Times: A Call to Compassion and Integrity
As our nation grapples with political unrest, social divisions, and moral challenges, the Christian call to love and uphold truth remains ever vital. How can faith guide us through these turbulent waters?
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Trump touts Ken Paxton, says he ‘will never let you down’
Former President Donald Trump promoted Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Sunday, saying Paxton “WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!!!” in a social media post. Trump called Paxton a “GREAT Attorney General” and praised his loyalty, according to the post.
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Secret Service director says thoughts with bystander shot near White House
Secret Service Director Sean Curran said Sunday his thoughts were with a bystander shot during an exchange of gunfire Saturday near the White House and praised officers’ quick response.
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Former Trump COVID adviser says U.S. equipped to handle Ebola outbreak
A former adviser to President Donald Trump said Sunday the United States is equipped to handle an Ebola outbreak but noted gaps in agency leadership.
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Remains of 17-year-old Pearl Harbor sailor identified, to be buried in Arkansas
Authorities identified the remains of Royle Bradford Luker through DNA analysis and will bury the 17-year-old sailor with full honors in Plainview, Arkansas, the family obituary and the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency said.
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Wembanyama scores 33, Spurs beat Thunder 103-82 to even Western Conference finals
Victor Wembanyama had 33 points as the San Antonio Spurs routed the Oklahoma City Thunder 103-82 on Sunday to tie the Western Conference finals at 2-2, according to the box score.
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Suicide bomber hits passenger train in Quetta, killing at least 23
At least 23 people were killed and about 70 wounded after a suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle near a passenger train in Quetta, The Associated Press reported.
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China launches Shenzhou 23 with one astronaut set for yearlong mission
China launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft carrying three astronauts to its space station, and said one crew member will remain aboard for a year to study human adaptability in long-duration spaceflight.
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Mississippi State to host NCAA regional for 16th time
Mississippi State will host an NCAA regional at Dudy Noble Field, WJTV reported. The Starkville Regional is scheduled for Friday, May 29, through Monday, June 1, if necessary.
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Southern Miss baseball wins Sun Belt title with 11-7 victory over Louisiana
The Golden Eagles secured their third Sun Belt Conference tournament championship in four years with an 11-7 win over Louisiana in Montgomery, Alabama.
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Southern Miss and Mississippi State to host NCAA baseball regionals
Southern Miss and Mississippi State will serve as regional host sites in the NCAA Tournament, with Ole Miss receiving an at-large bid. The full schedule will be announced Monday.
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Mississippi State to host NCAA regional at Dudy Noble Field
Mississippi State will host an NCAA regional at Dudy Noble Field this weekend, its first time as a host in five seasons, the school said. Commentators Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone said they were not surprised by the selection.
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Magnolia Tribune urges churches to mark Pentecost as the church’s birthday
A post on Magnolia Tribune urged congregations to celebrate Pentecost Sunday as the church’s birthday, citing Acts 2 and missionary E. Stanley Jones to argue the Holy Spirit’s outpouring transformed the disciples and launched the Christian movement.
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Mississippi soldier missing since Anzio identified, returned decades later
Charles N. Milam, missing from the Battle of Anzio in 1944, was identified in 2025 and buried in Newton, Mississippi, the Magnolia Tribune reported. The newspaper contrasted his fate with that of fellow Mississippian and Medal of Honor recipient Van T. Barfoot.
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Mississippi Republicans Push to Redraw Map Targeting Rep. Bennie Thompson After Supreme Court Ruling
Mississippi officials and commentators have called for eliminating the state’s majority-Black 2nd Congressional District held by Rep. Bennie Thompson, citing a recent Supreme Court decision and posting widely on social media.
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Mississippi approves UPSKILL grant pilot to help adults cover college costs
Gov. Tate Reeves signed House Bill 562 in April creating the UPSKILL Mississippi Grant pilot to provide last-dollar scholarships and stipends for eligible adults seeking community college credentials.
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