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Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Behind the Business: The Cringle’s Studio

With just 38 days until Christmas, Santa is busy getting down to business, reviewing his list, and checking it twice.

3 People Killed and 4 Injured in Mississippi Bridge Collapse

A bridge over the Strong River in Simpson County that was being demolished collapsed in a “work site accident,” the authorities said.

Mark Ingram shares strong thoughts on how he would’ve handled a Kirby Smart shove

Former Alabama running back and Heisman Trophy winner shares his thoughts on Georgia coach Kirby Smart shoving Mississippi State QB MIchael Van Buren.

Billionaires like Elon Musk are changing Stennis Space Center’s historic role. Here’s how.

We’re not being taken over,” said Michele Beisler, the acting program manager of NASA’s Rocket Propulsion Test Program. “Stennis is not going out of business.”

Danny Amendola honors Mike Leach on 'Dancing with the Stars': 'This one's for him'

Former Texas Tech receiver Danny Amendola, who played for Mike Leach from 2004-07, honored the late coach Tuesday on 'Dancing with the Stars'

Mississippi State's Jordan on Purcell: 'Let me gas him up'

JerKaila Jordan says the Bulldogs are inspired by Sam Purcell's energy and passion toward the mission of creating a team "built for deep runs in March" with just three returners.

Local, state and national GOP leaders meet for annual dinner in Sumrall

As folks get ready to head back to the polls, U.S. Senator Hyde-Smith said she’s noted some of their concerns. The senator adds that inflation could have the biggest influence on the ballots.

Dexter McCluster named to Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2025

By Ole Miss Athletics Ole Miss football great Dexter McCluster has been named as one of eight honorees to the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2025, as unveiled by the Hall of Fame on Tuesday afternoon.

Late MSU Coach Mike Leach honored on 'DWTS'

Former NFL receiver Danny Amendola honored late Mississippi State University football Coach Mike Leach with a dance routine on "Dancing with the Stars."

Amazon Is Betting Big On Small Nuclear Reactors To Power Its Data Centers

As Amazon announces three major nuclear deals, AWS CEO Matt Garman told Forbes he sees unique potential for advanced, small reactors to provide widespread clean power.

Investigation into the death of a newborn baby found along Mississippi highway takes unexpected turn

Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley said the baby was found dead on Dec. 21, 1993, on Interstate 10, near the Lorraine Road exit in Gulfport.

Arc of Northeast Mississippi seeking help with student-focused job fair

The Arc of Northeast Mississippi is seeking donations, volunteers and business owners for a student-focused job fair next month.

Kirby Smart, Kalen DeBoer Headline 2024 Paul Bryant CFB Coach of the Year Watch List

The Paul "Bear" Bryant Awards 2024 Coach of the Year watch list was unveiled on Wednesday with a pair of SEC head coaches leading the way. Longtime

Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame announces Class of 2025

Mo Williams, Dexter McCluster, Scott Berry highlight the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Here's the complete list of winners.

Drug-Sniffing Police Dogs Are Intercepting Abortion Pills in the Mail

An incident in Mississippi provides a window into a dystopian future where USPS workers and local cops can block people from accessing reproductive care.

Why the top LSU men's basketball transfer 'couldn't pass up' the chance to return home

Carter, a former Oak Hill Academy standout, is now back home, playing for the LSU men’s basketball team . This season, he’s expected to play a prominent role with the Tigers. The 6-foot-3 senior is one of the three guards who coach Matt McMahon signed from the transfer portal this offseason ahead of his third year at LSU.

Monroe County woman arrested in SNAP fraud investigation

ABERDEEN, Miss. (WTVA) — A Monroe County woman is accused of stealing almost $40,000 in SNAP benefits. Arlean Gilleylen allegedly lied about her household income and received $38,522 in SNAP benefits, the Mississippi Department of Human Services announced. Monroe County sheriff’s deputies arrested her on Oct. 2.

MSU researchers developing support networks for rural college STEM programs with $2M NSF grant

MSU Social Science Research Center Director Devon Brenner is leading the Rural Low-Income Student Investigations Network Groups, or RISING, with a $2 million, five-year NSF award to collect data and create research networks for STEM programs.

Vicksburg’s Jennifer Coulter honored with Community Volunteer of the Year Award

Jennifer Coulter organized the first-ever Beautiful Table Settings Bash in Vicksburg, which was held in January. Despite the unusually frigid temperatures the state was experiencing, the event still brought hundreds of visitors to the River City for a weekend dedicated to the art of table setting.

Mississippi woman arrested following SNAP investigation

According to authorities, Arlean Gilleylen received $38,522 in SNAP benefits by not reporting household income and composition accurately.

Mississippi State may be 1-5 but the Stark(ville) reality is Texas A&M has troubles winning there

Texas A&M is 1-4 in the last decade against Mississippi State in Starkville under Kevin Sumlin and Jimbo Fisher. It's Mike Elko's turn now.

Mississippi inmate facing more charges after alleged unemployment scheme with sister

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - An inmate in Mississippi is now facing even more charges after being involved in an alleged unemployment scheme with his sister. While in prison, the State Auditor’s Office alleges Thaddieus Cooper made phone calls to his sister, Artista Garner, requesting that she fill out unemployment applications for him.

Matthews dives into Mississippi State's big aspirations this season

Returning All-SEC Defensive First Teamer Cameron Matthews talks about expanding his skills on top of already doing a little bit of everything on the court.

How to Watch the Texas A&M vs. Mississippi State Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for Oct. 19

Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the Mississippi State Bulldogs vs. Texas A&M Aggies game, Saturday, Oct. 19.

Country star Brantley Gilbert's baby born on tour bus during show in Mississippi

Country rock singer Brantley Gilbert revealed that his wife went into labor while he was mid-show in Tupelo, Mississippi.

2024 SEC Newcomer Report: Mississippi State

With fall practice underway, let's take a closer look at all those who arrived at Mississippi State ahead of the 2025 season.

Opinion: Why Saturday's showdown against Texas is Kirby Smart's biggest game at Georgia

This week's First and 10 looks at the fall of Georgia, the unbeatens and unthinkable, five big disappointments, Alabama coaching malpractice.

Report: Mississippi man arrested for sexual relationship with teen boy in Escambia County

A 36-year-old Mississippi man is charged for having a months-long sexual relationship with a 16-year-old boy in Escambia County, accord

Where Ole Miss, Mississippi State basketball are predicted to finish in SEC preseason poll

Both Chris Beard's Ole Miss basketball program and Chris Jans' Mississippi State Bulldogs are projected as middle-of-the-pack SEC teams

Greg Sankey releases statement on Kirby Smart, Michael Van Buren shoving incident

Greg Sankey has released a statement regarding a moment between Georgia coach Kirby Smart and Mississippi State quarterback Michael Van Buren.

Mississippi lieutenant governor recognizes schools and districts for high attendance rates

Mississippi’s lieutenant governor recognized 175 schools and 12 school districts for high attendance rates during the 2023-2024 school year.

Miss Mississippi State University to be crowned Oct. 17

STARKVILLE, Miss.—Nine undergraduate students are seeking the title of Miss Mississippi State University on Thursday [Oct. 17].

Brantley Gilbert and Wife Amber Cochran’s Relationship Timeline: From Meeting in Church to Parents

Country singer Brantley Gilbert and his wife, Amber Cochran, tied the knot in June 2015 after meeting 10 years prior

NANO Nuclear Energy Executives Scheduled to Present at the Upcoming Mississippi Public Service Commissioners’ Nuclear Summit

Figure 1 - NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. Executives to Present at the Mississippi Public Service Commission’s Nuclear Summit 2024.

Aggies' Elko noticing Mississippi State is starting to hit its stride

No. 14 Texas A&M's Mike Elko recognizes that Mississippi State is getting better each week and expects to have a tough battle with the Bulldogs in Starkville.