Mississippi State opens 2026 season with 62-13 win over UL-Monroe
Mississippi State defeated UL-Monroe 62-13 at Davis Wade Stadium, a dominant performance that Brian Hadad said provided a strong start to Jeff Lebby’s third season.
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NWS Memphis Warns of Prolonged Hot, Dry Conditions
The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee, urged residents to limit outdoor activity and take heat-safety precautions during the holiday weekend.
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Blue Mountain Christian University honors longtime staff member Jean Harrington
Jean Harrington has dedicated over 33 years to Blue Mountain Christian University, serving in various roles and impacting students, faculty, and the community with her faith and service.
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Advisory warns drivers to avoid drinking this Labor Day weekend
A public safety advisory urged motorists to find alternative transportation if they plan to drink, noting legal limits, costs and crash statistics tied to impaired driving.
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SKYWARN class set for Sept. 14 at Henderson City Hall
The National Weather Service said a two-hour SKYWARN training will be held at Henderson City Hall starting at 6 p.m. Sept. 14. Officials directed people to weather.gov/meg/skywarn for more information and the fall schedule.
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Heat advisory in effect for Mid‑South through 8 p.m. Sunday, NWS Memphis says
The National Weather Service in Memphis says dangerous heat will continue through the weekend and has issued a Heat Advisory for the entire Mid‑South through 8 p.m. Sunday.
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Mississippi DOT seeks maintenance supervisors in DeSoto and Panola counties
The Mississippi Department of Transportation posted openings for two transportation maintenance positions, with application deadlines of Sept. 9 and Sept. 10, the agency said.
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Public notice warns oppressive heat remains this week, urges hydration
A public notice warned that oppressive heat will persist this week and urged people to drink plenty of water, take breaks in shade or air conditioning, and check on elderly neighbors and pets.
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D.C. landlord seeks court help after months-long occupation of basement unit
A Washington landlord says strangers have occupied a basement apartment for months, turning it into a ‘drug haven’ and prompting a legal battle in D.C. Superior Court, she told Fox News Digital.
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New tapes challenge the ‘Helter Skelter’ motive in Manson murders
Filmmaker Joe Berlinger releases unreleased recordings suggesting Charles Manson’s crimes were driven by cover-ups rather than a race war, challenging long-held beliefs about the case.
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Hot, dry spell leaves near-record low soil moisture in eastern Arkansas, West Tennessee, NWS says
Maps posted by the National Weather Service in Memphis show hot, dry weather has pushed soil moisture to near-record lows down to 1-meter depth across much of eastern Arkansas and parts of West Tennessee.
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Tetris Company warns White House ‘Build the Wall’ game may infringe copyright
The Tetris Company said Friday that a game on a White House online arcade appears to copy Tetris mechanics and may violate copyright, the company said.
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USC football crowd struggles in home opener despite win over San Jose State
USC’s season opener drew a sparse crowd, prompting criticism, but attendance improved in the second game. The Trojans beat San Jose State 42-26 in Week 0.
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Vietnam War veterans seek emergency order to halt Trump arch groundbreaking
Three Vietnam War veterans and an architectural historian asked a court for a temporary restraining order to block the administration from moving forward with plans to break ground on President Donald Trump’s proposed triumphal arch near Washington, D.C., according to court filings.
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Inspector General Finds Former Labor Secretary Fostered ‘Toxic’ Workplace
A Labor Department watchdog said in a report released Thursday that former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer fostered a “toxic, intimidating and humiliating” workplace, drank during the workday and failed to properly report expensive gifts, the report said.
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Venus and Serena Williams’ US Open return ends in three-set loss
Venus and Serena Williams made their first joint appearance at the US Open in four years, but fell in a tight three-set match at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
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LSU delays adding NFL-linked players as SEC lawsuit proceeds
LSU did not add two former Ole Miss players to its roster ahead of a Friday deadline as the SEC pursues legal action over eligibility rules, sources said.
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Mississippi college football teams focus on preparation ahead of season openers
Mississippi’s three Division I FBS schools emphasize preparation as they kick off their seasons, facing varied challenges and opportunities.
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Mississippi high school football scores for Sept. 4, 2026
Scores for Mississippi high school football games on Sept. 4, 2026, will be updated as results come in for MAIS and MHSAA play. Live audio streams are available.
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Mississippi awarded federal waiver to modernize workforce programs
The U.S. Department of Labor approved Mississippi’s WorkFlex plan, allowing the state to streamline workforce services and better meet employer needs.
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