Tippah News

Supreme Court blocks California ban on notifying students' parents about gender transitions

The Supreme Court on Monday temporarily blocked a California law that barred schools from automatically notifying parents if students change their gender expression or pronouns, reinstating a lower-court order while the case proceeds.

Iranian women's soccer team refuse to sing national anthem in silent protest at Asian Cup

National News

Iran women’s team refuses to sing national anthem before Asian Cup opener, sources say

March 3, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Iran’s women’s national team stood silently during the national anthem before Monday’s Asian Cup match against South Korea, Fox News Digital reported, in a gesture observers linked to recent regional strikes.

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Mississippi News

Mississippi State Heads to Hattiesburg for Top-10 Matchup; Eagle Hour Contributor Previews Southern Mississippi

March 3, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Mississippi State travels to Hattiesburg on Tuesday night for a top-10 matchup against in-state rival Southern Mississippi. Brian Hadad hosted Dima Mixon of Pine Belt Sports and the Eagle Hour on his pod for a preview of the Golden Eagles.

Mississippi News

Mississippi State, Southern Miss set for top-ranked midweek clash

March 3, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Two top-10 college baseball teams from Mississippi face off in a highly anticipated midweek game in Hattiesburg.

Mississippi News

Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday; Mississippi senators split on making it permanent

March 3, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday at 2 a.m., but debate continues over whether to keep the clocks on DST year-round. Mississippi’s two U.S. senators have taken opposing positions.

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Mississippi News

Trump says AI and Warsh can revive 1990s boom; economists are skeptical

March 3, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

President Donald Trump and his economic team argue that Kevin Warsh and advances in artificial intelligence can recreate the 1990s growth surge by easing interest rates. Economists say the analogy is incomplete and conditions are different now.

Mississippi News

Mississippi Secretary of State Watson won’t seek third term; says ‘I will be on the ballot’

March 3, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson announced Monday he will not seek a third term but hinted he plans to remain in public life, saying “I will be on the ballot,” The Magnolia Tribune reported.

Mississippi News

Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson says he will not seek third term, hints at higher office

March 3, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Secretary of State Michael Watson announced Monday he will not run for reelection in 2027, fueling speculation about a gubernatorial bid next year. He indicated he plans to remain on the ballot in 2024.

Mississippi News

Two men plead guilty to fraudulently collecting pandemic unemployment benefits while in prison

March 3, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Two men have admitted guilt in federal court for illegally obtaining COVID-19 unemployment benefits while incarcerated in Mississippi. The scheme involved transferring funds among prisoners using various means.

Mississippi News

Mississippi lawmakers say school choice, prison health care reform likely dead as committee deadline nears

March 3, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Tuesday is the deadline for committees to pass general bills from the other chamber, and some lawmakers say they are unlikely to call further meetings, which could doom school choice and prison health care measures.

Tippah News

MDOT Holds Equipment Operators Roadeo in McComb

Kania Simmons awarded Bill Ricketts Memorial Scholarship, NEMCC Foundation says

On Porches and Politics: When National News Walks Down the Street

Cornyn, Paxton headed to May 26 runoff as Texas court halts Dallas count

MISSISSIPPI NEWS

RaShall Brackney to begin as Jackson police chief within a month

Mississippi Senate committee approves bill to create Jackson water authority

Mississippi lawmakers consider changes to hazardous waste injection laws

LOCAL NEWS

NMPHC Launches Major Expansion Project on 25-Acre Ashland Campus

TEPAConnect Provides Update After Restoring Over 5,100 Tippah County Internet Customers Following Ice Storm

Train derails in Blue Mountain on Monday morning

NMPHC Food Pantry Distribution Set for Feb. 27 at Walnut Fire Department in Tippah County

SPORTS

Muscle, Metrics and Mock Drafts: The NFL Combine’s Day 1 Showed Both Answers and New Questions

If the NBA Really Wants to Stop Tanking, It Needs More Than a Memo

When the Union’s Chair Goes Quiet: Tony Clark’s Exit and Baseball’s Looming Labor Test

Blue Mountain tops ABAC in high-scoring Senior Night win

Cornyn, Paxton headed to May 26 runoff as Texas court halts Dallas count

Texas State Rep. Steve Toth defeats Dan Crenshaw in GOP primary

Gonzales, Herrera headed to May GOP runoff in Texas’ 23rd District

Texas GOP Senate race heads to runoff after no candidate clears 50%

Supreme Court blocks California ban on notifying parents about student gender changes

Iran women’s team refuses to sing national anthem before Asian Cup opener, sources say

Mississippi State Heads to Hattiesburg for Top-10 Matchup; Eagle Hour Contributor Previews Southern Mississippi

Mississippi State, Southern Miss set for top-ranked midweek clash

Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday; Mississippi senators split on making it permanent

Trump says AI and Warsh can revive 1990s boom; economists are skeptical

Mississippi Secretary of State Watson won’t seek third term; says ‘I will be on the ballot’

Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson says he will not seek third term, hints at higher office

Two men plead guilty to fraudulently collecting pandemic unemployment benefits while in prison

Mississippi lawmakers say school choice, prison health care reform likely dead as committee deadline nears