Ripley Fire Department selling BBQ plates, Boston butts Sept. 25 to benefit fireman Jodie Crawford
The Ripley Fire Department will hold a barbecue plate and Boston butt sale on Sept. 25 to benefit one of its own, fireman Jodie Crawford.
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Blue Mountain community yard sale set for Sept. 19; raffle to be drawn at Family Fun Day
Shoppers and sellers are invited to a community yard sale in Blue Mountain on Sept. 19, with vendor spots still available and a three-item raffle drawn later in October.
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Top Notch Pro Wrestling brings “Summer Fallout” to Blue Mountain Sept. 18
Top Notch Pro Wrestling returns to Blue Mountain on Sept. 18 with its Summer Fallout card at the Empowered By Grace Community Center.
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Admiral Brad Cooper says he’s ‘not concerned at all’ about munitions shortage to defend against Iranian attacks
Admiral Brad Cooper said he is “not concerned at all” about a munitions shortage to defend against Iranian missile and drone attacks, CBS News reported.
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Tippah County sports roundup, Sept. 13: Walnut splits tournament; Jones, Massengill pace runners
Walnut splits four tournament matches, Jones and Massengill lead county runners, BMCU volleyball drops two, and Toppers soccer draws with Point.
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Tippah County News Today, Sept. 13: Dangerous Heat Arrives, Ballot Deadlines Near, Walnut Rallies in Tupelo
A Heat Advisory pushes the heat index to 109 across the Mid-South, Tippah County’s Nov. 3 ballot is finalized ahead of the Oct. 5 registration deadline, the first stretch of the Ripley bypass opens on Highway 2, and Walnut goes 2-2 at the Tupelo volleyball tournament.
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House Democratic Leader Jeffries urges Congress to act urgently on AI safeguards
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries said on Sept. 13, 2026, he wants Congress to ‘act urgently’ to regulate AI and make such action a caucus priority.
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MPACT prepaid tuition reopens for Mississippi families; 2026–27 pricing available through May 31, 2027
State Treasurer David McRae says Mississippi’s MPACT prepaid tuition program reopened for 2026–27; families can lock in 2026–27 pricing through May 31, 2027.
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Mississippi State 38, Minnesota 13; Bulldogs’ largest road win since 2021
Mississippi State defeated Minnesota 38-13, the Bulldogs’ largest road win since 2021; QB Kamario Taylor threw for 227 yards and three TDs, SuperTalk Mississippi reported Sept. 13, 2026.
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Tippah County News Today, Sept. 12: Nov. 3 Ballot Set, Dangerous Heat Moves In, Meeks Makes History
The Nov. 3 general election ballot is finalized, forecasters warn of a heat index above 105 starting Sunday, a new Highway 2 section opens near Ripley, and Walnut coach John Meeks notches career win No. 90.
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NWS: Mid-South Heat to Near 100 Starting Sunday
The National Weather Service in Memphis warned that highs could reach the upper 90s to around 100 beginning Sunday, and heat index values may top 105, prompting possible Heat Advisories.
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Strong storms moving across the area this morning, officials warn
Multiple thunderstorms are expected to bring heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds through the morning, prompting safety advisories.
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Tippah County sports roundup, Sept. 12: Walnut delivers Meeks’ 90th win; BMCU runners take second
Walnut beats Holly Springs 22–14 for John Meeks’s 90th win, Ripley and Falkner fall, and BMCU’s cross-country teams finish second at Harding.
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Tupelo police honor women on National Police Woman Day
The Tupelo Police Department said it marked National Police Woman Day by recognizing women in law enforcement and praising the contributions of its female officers.
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Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon considers 2028 presidential run
Rep. Don Bacon says he is contemplating a bid for the White House in 2028 as he plans to leave Congress next year.
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DeSantis says Florida will provide asylum to holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy case
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday accused the media of a smear campaign and said Florida would provide asylum to the lone holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial after a report revealed the juror had an alleged history of domestic violence and an active restraining order.
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North Korea launches ballistic missiles after condemning military drills
North Korea fired ballistic missiles into the sea Saturday, a day after the U.S., South Korea, and Japan conducted a trilateral military exercise in response to nuclear threats.
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Betr offers two No Sweat entries up to $200 for new users
Betr is offering new customers two No Sweat entries worth up to $200 with no promo code required, the company said. The deal is open to adults 21 and older in 34 states.
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MLB, sports world mark 25th anniversary of 9/11 with tributes and moments of silence
Major League Baseball and teams across the sports world commemorated the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks with on-field tributes, community events, and moments of silence Friday.
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Dabble offers $50 bonus after $5 play with FOXNEWS code
Dabble is offering new users a $50 bonus after a $5 qualifying entry when they enter promo code FOXNEWS, the company said. The offer is available to customers 21 and older in roughly 26 states and Washington, D.C., according to Dabble’s promotional page.
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