Mississippi DOT job fair set for March 10 in Liberty
The Mississippi Department of Transportation will hold a job fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 10 at the Downtown Liberty Harris Building, MDOT said.
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Two students awarded Larry & Trudys Tuckier Scholarship Endowment
Brady Crabb of Rienzi and Madelyn Long of Iuka received the Larry & Trudys Tuckier Scholarship Endowment, the NEMCC Foundation said. The foundation said scholarship applications for the 2026-207 academic year are open through March 15.
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Severe Storms Possible Across Mississippi Monday Afternoon
JACKSON, Miss. — The National Weather Service and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency are warning residents across Mississippi to stay
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Cluster of storms to reach Mid-South in one to two hours; hail main threat
Forecasters say a cluster of storms over southwest Arkansas is expected to reach the Mid-South in the next one to two hours, with large to very large hail the primary concern.
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National Sleep Foundation warns of drowsy driving after clocks spring forward
The National Sleep Foundation said drivers should be alert on the first Monday after clocks move forward for daylight saving time, warning that lost sleep can lead to dangerous drowsy driving.
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Trump fires Kristi Noem after year of criticism over DHS oversight, advertising contract
President Donald Trump removed Kristi Noem from her post overseeing the Department of Homeland Security after critics and lawmakers said her tenure was marked by missteps at ICE and FEMA and a disputed $220 million advertising contract.
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Pennsylvania state trooper fatally shot during traffic stop in Chester County
A Pennsylvania State Police trooper was shot and killed during a traffic stop Sunday night in Chester County, officials said. Governor Shapiro expressed condolences at a press briefing.
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Northeast student Ashley Schmidt wins 2026 ASCLS memorial scholarship
Ashley Schmidt, a sophomore Medical Laboratory Technology student from Okolona, was named the 2026 recipient of the Lois B. Jones and David R. Pace Memorial Scholarship, the Mississippi/Louisiana chapter of the American Society of Clinical Laboratory Science announced.
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Faith in Action: Embracing Moral Courage Amidst Community Challenges
As Mississippi grapples with issues from child support to healthcare, Christians are called to embody hope, integrity, and active compassion in shaping a more just society.
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Trump calls rising oil prices a small price for safety amid Iran conflict
President Donald Trump said Sunday that higher oil prices are a minor cost for ensuring safety and peace amid tensions with Iran.
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Former Proud Boys leader posts photo with Sen. Marco Rubio at Florida summit
Enrique Tarrio posted a photo on X showing him with Sen. Marco Rubio at the inaugural “Shield of the Americas” summit in Florida, Tarrio said in the post.
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Defense Secretary Warns of More Casualties in Iran Operation
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged that additional casualties are likely in the ongoing U.S. military operation against Iran, with seven American service members having died so far.
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Rams make Trent McDuffie NFL’s highest-paid cornerback with $124 million deal
The Los Angeles Rams signed Trent McDuffie to a four-year, $124 million extension, making him the highest-paid cornerback in league history, according to reports.
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Dick Vitale criticizes Kentucky after 84-77 loss, cites $22 million NIL roster
ESPN analyst Dick Vitale said Kentucky should be better than its 19-12 record given reports its players received $22 million in NIL deals, after the Wildcats fell 84-77 to No. 5 Florida.
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Private Security Firm Assists Americans in Evacuations Amid Middle East Conflict
Global Guardian, a private security company, is helping evacuate Americans from the Middle East as U.S. and Israeli forces engage Iran, with over 4,000 people evacuated so far, according to the firm’s CEO.
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Lee County coroner investigating fatal crash near Baldwyn
The Lee County Coroner’s Office said a fatal traffic crash occurred Saturday night near Baldwyn and involved three victims, Coroner Carolyn Green told WCBI. Names and further details will be released later.
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Khamari Haymer leaves WCBI after nearly three years
WCBI announced that reporter Khamari Haymer is departing the station after nearly three years, and urged audiences to follow its social accounts for updates.
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Mississippi State’s nonconference wins stand out among SEC, analysts say
Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk said Mississippi State has avoided the early-season stumbles that have affected many SEC teams, losing only to two top-10 opponents as conference play begins.
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Mississippi House approves bill to bypass ABC warehouse amid alcohol backlog
The Mississippi House has passed a measure allowing liquor permit holders to buy alcohol directly from manufacturers amid ongoing distribution issues caused by warehouse software failures.
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Mississippi State, Southern Miss and Ole Miss sweep weekend series at home
No. 4 Mississippi State, No. 10 Southern Miss and Ole Miss each swept weekend opponents at home, the schools reported, with high-scoring outings and several multi-hit performances.
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