Javier Bardem calls for ‘No to war, free Palestine’ at Oscars
Javier Bardem told the Oscars audience “No to war and free Palestine” on Sunday as he presented the International Feature Film award. The comment drew applause.
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Tippah County & Mississippi
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News, sports and community updates from Tippah County and across Mississippi. Newest stories first.
Arizona man accused of crucifying pastor asks judge for death penalty, quick guilty plea
Adam Sheafe, 51, asked a judge to accept a guilty plea and impose the death penalty so families can “move on with our lives,” according to Fox 10. He is accused of killing and mutilating 76-year-old pastor William Schonemann in April 2025.
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Former Texas substitute teacher and boyfriend face 38 child sex charges, bond set at nearly $9 million
Madison Paige Jones and her boyfriend Zackery Dondlinger face a total of 38 charges related to child sexual abuse, with bonds totaling nearly $9 million, authorities say.
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U.S. advances to World Baseball Classic final with 2-1 win over Dominican Republic
Team USA beat the Dominican Republic 2-1 in Miami on Sunday to reach the World Baseball Classic final, according to the tournament’s official box score.
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Duke No. 1 overall seed in men’s tournament; UConn women get top seed
The NCAA announced on Selection Sunday that Duke will be the No. 1 overall seed in the men’s tournament, while UConn’s women’s team earned a No. 1 seed and enters the field unbeaten.
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Trump says he asked allies to send warships to keep Strait of Hormuz open
President Donald Trump said he had asked about seven countries to send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz open as Iranian strikes continued in the Gulf, and Dubai International Airport suspended operations, reports said.
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Lawrence County schools to close March 16 ahead of severe storms
Lawrence County School District announced Monday that schools and district offices will be closed March 16 as severe storms are expected to move into Mississippi Sunday night, WJTV reported.
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Duke earns top seed as Arizona, Michigan, Florida also secure March Madness spots
Duke received the overall No. 1 seed for March Madness, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also earning top seeds. Miami (Ohio) barely made the field as an 11-seed, while several notable teams missed out.
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Mistakes Cost Mississippi State Series to Arkansas, Analysts Say
Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk said Mississippi State’s errors, rather than Arkansas’ play, were the decisive factor in the series and summed up a rough start to SEC play for the Bulldogs.
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Ole Miss women earn 5th straight NCAA Tournament bid
Ole Miss was selected as a 5-seed in the Sacramento region and will face 12-seed Gonzaga in the opening round on Friday, March 20, the NCAA said Sunday.
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Laughter may be ‘prelude to faith,’ Magnolia Tribune says
A Magnolia Tribune commentary says a clean comedy show in Lexington, Kentucky, prompted reflections on laughter’s role in religion and well-being, citing writers, scripture and research.
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Mississippi Medicaid expansion efforts stall despite potential benefits
Mississippi has yet to expand Medicaid since 2014, despite federal funding opportunities and ongoing legislative efforts. A new study highlights the financial and health benefits of expansion.
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Miss. lawmaker ties prison spending increase to health contract bids
House Corrections Chairwoman Becky Currie said a rise in the state’s prison budget is driven by a growing medical contract and higher payments to private prisons and pushed an amendment to require a new competitive bid process in 2027.
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House damage, power outages to over 4000 homes as tornado warned storms hit Tippah County
TIPPAH COUNTY, Miss. — A tornado-warned storm moved through Tippah County Sunday night, knocking down at least four utility poles
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Forecasters warn of supercells, damaging winds across Mid-South
A 5:10 p.m. weather update warned thunderstorms will increase across the Mid-South over the next hour, with supercells capable of 75 mph winds, quick tornadoes and large hail.
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Mississippi DOT warns of severe weather, urges motorists to avoid travel
The Mississippi Department of Transportation warned Tuesday that severe storms could affect the state and urged drivers to check road conditions and avoid travel if possible.
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Tornadoes possible across parts of Mississippi, alert says
A weather alert Tuesday, March 15, 2026, said tornadoes could occur across parts of Mississippi into the evening and overnight hours and urged residents to identify safe locations and practice action plans.
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Mississippi EMA urges residents to prepare for severe weather
Mississippi Emergency Management Agency warns residents to have multiple alert methods as severe weather is expected today and tonight.
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NWS Memphis Warns of Fast-Moving Storms, Possible Tornadoes in Mid-South
The National Weather Service in Memphis says a line of fast-moving storms will move through the Mid-South later today into the evening, bringing a threat of damaging winds and spin-up tornadoes.
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NEMCC Foundation scholarship applications due March 15
The NEMCC Foundation said its application for 2026-2027 scholarships closes March 15. The foundation urged current and incoming students to apply online before the deadline.
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