Ole Miss-LSU game in Oxford boosts ticket and lodging prices
The upcoming Ole Miss and LSU football game on Sept. 19 has caused a surge in ticket and lodging prices in Oxford, highlighting the event’s significant hype and demand.
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Dae’Quan Wright waived by Browns; has agreement to play for LSU if cleared
Former Ole Miss tight end Dae’Quan Wright was waived by the Cleveland Browns and has an arrangement to join LSU via the transfer portal if he clears NFL waivers, according to team and portal reports.
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Gipson’s Guthrie Song Performance Sparks Questions About His Views on Muslims
Mississippi Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson, a Republican and Baptist minister, included Woody Guthrie’s song ‘This Land Is Your Land’ on his latest album amid controversy over his recent comments on Muslim Americans. Critics question whether his lyrics reflect inclusivity.
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Protest erupts at Natchez ICE detention center over poor conditions and halted services
About 100 detainees at the Adams County Correctional Center protested over food and water shortages amid concerns over overcrowding and maintenance issues, according to sources.
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Bow Echo Brings 60 to 80 mph Winds, Widespread Outages to Mid-South
A bow echo on Aug. 22 produced damaging straight-line winds of 60 to 80 mph across the Mid-South and left more than 120,000 Shelby County customers without power, officials said.
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Miss. DOT to close State Route 427 for bridge replacement starting Aug. 24
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said State Route 427 will be closed in both directions Aug. 24 for a bridge replacement, with the detour routing traffic through Philadelphia and the closure expected to last until spring 2027.
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Mid-South to Get Break From Extreme Heat Through Early Next Week, Forecasters Say
Forecasters say the Mid-South will see a respite from extreme heat through early next week, with most areas reporting heat indices well below 100 degrees. Heat and humidity are expected to return by midweek, and dry weather is forecast for today.
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Fetterman urges faster U.S. AI development, says China benefits from ‘overreaction’
Sen. John Fetterman said Saturday that the United States should accelerate artificial intelligence development and avoid ‘doomsdaying,’ warning that China benefits when the U.S. pulls back.
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Trump asks court to block BBC subpoenas for his family in $10 million defamation case
President Donald Trump is seeking to stop the BBC from subpoenaing his children and son-in-law as part of the British broadcaster’s defense in his $10 million defamation lawsuit, his lawyers wrote in court filings Saturday.
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Senator Collins urges White House to consider impact of Canada trade dispute
Sen. Susan Collins called on the Trump administration to evaluate the potential harm of a tariff war with Canada, diverging from some fellow Republicans after negotiations failed.
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NAACP president criticizes Navy over reported plan to rename USS Doris Miller
NAACP President Derrick Johnson criticized the Navy after reports said officials discussed renaming the aircraft carrier USS Doris Miller and considered using President Trump’s name as a replacement, he said in a social media post.
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15-year-old arrested after shooting at Bakersfield high school football game kills 17-year-old
Bakersfield police said a 15-year-old was arrested after a gang-related shooting outside Independence High School’s stadium late Friday that left a 17-year-old dead.
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Liberty hold off Fever in close game as Clark, Boston, Mitchell shine
Breanna Stewart scored 22 points to lead the New York Liberty past the Indiana Fever 109-102 on Saturday night. Several key players returned for the Liberty, who secured a crucial win in playoff positioning.
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Bear wanders into Gatlinburg tea shop, jumps onto counter during anniversary visit
A bear entered The Spice & Tea Exchange in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, rummaged through merchandise and jumped onto the counter while a couple celebrating their seventh anniversary recorded the encounter, the couple said.
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Judge Rules Trump-era 75-country visa ban was illegal
A federal judge has declared the Trump administration’s ban on issuing visas to citizens of 75 countries unconstitutional, citing discrimination based on nationality.
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Mississippians face higher costs for gas and groceries, AAA says
Residents say rising prices for essentials are squeezing budgets and hope an end to the Iran war could ease costs, WJTV reported. AAA data shows Mississippi gas averages more than $3.60 per gallon, below the national average.
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Jackson residents react after 911 dispatcher charged, detective investigated
A Jackson Police Department 911 dispatcher faces charges and a detective is under investigation after a probe into possible misconduct, WJTV reported. Residents told the station they were alarmed but welcomed accountability.
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Motorcyclist hospitalized after two-vehicle crash in Jackson
Capitol Police said a motorcyclist was taken to a hospital Saturday after a collision near Northside Drive and Manila Drive; officers responded at about 3:28 p.m.
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Mississippi nonprofit aims to bring ballroom dancing to underserved children
Retired attorney Cassandra Walter launches Ballroom Mississippi, a nonprofit offering dance, mentorship, and career opportunities for underprivileged youth.
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High school football player fatally shot in Belzoni
A 16-year-old Humphreys County High School student-athlete was shot and killed Friday night in Belzoni, prompting investigations and community mourning.
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