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Trump’s Big Immigration Raid Snared Them. They’re Still in Mississippi.

Five years ago, the raids upended life for immigrant families in poultry towns, but the industry still runs on their work. Five years ago, the raids upended life for immigrant families in poultry towns, but the industry still runs on their work. Credit..

'This is a special place.' How historic preservationists are fighting industry in Louisiana

Activists are seeking to preserve what's left of Black history along the Mississippi River. Industry and its supporters say they are preventing economic development.

Classics in the Courtyard will wrap up Nov. 8

The Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation (SCHF) presented the penultimate performance of Classics in the Courtyard’s fall lineup Friday with a show moved indoors to escape the rainy weather. Performing for Friday’s edition of the popular series – now in its 17th season – was the band Alter Ego.

Working from home has its downsides

On Thursday, while I was watching the NBC Nightly News, it was reported in one of the segments that many major companies, which included Starbucks and Amazon, would soon be requiring employees to return to the office,

Georgia vs Ole Miss picks, predictions, odds: Who wins the college football Week 11 game?

Georgia Bulldogs vs Ole Miss Rebels picks, predictions, odds, TV channel, streaming for college football Week 11 game on Saturday, Nov. 9.

10-year-old child nearly dies from OD after mom gives her pills as part of 'suicide pact'

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WKRC) - A Mississippi mother has been charged with felony child abuse after allegedly making a suicide pact with her 10-year-old daughter, who took pills while the mother did not follow through.

Mississippi worst state for health and wellness: report

Many of Mississippi’s health statistics are noteworthy for the wrong reasons, but a recent report reveals that the health of Mississippians is the worst

SEC finalizes TV designations, kickoff times for Week 11 games

The SEC has completed 10 weeks of the 2024 football season, and Week 11 is now set. The conference announced two final TV designation updates late Saturday. Mississippi State at Tennessee is set for 7 p.m. ET on ESPN. Oklahoma at Mizzou will play at 7:45 p.m. ET, the final kickoff of the Week 11 schedule.

Ole Miss back to normal after unconfirmed bomb threat

On campus activity is back to normal at Ole Miss following an unconfirmed bomb threat, according to the University of Mississippi.

Mississippi Valley State losing streak hits 14 after 17-16 loss to Prairie View A&M

Mississippi Valley State fumbled on a point-after attempt with a chance to tie, and the Delta Devils saw their losing streak reach 14 dating to last season with a 17-16 loss to Prairie View A&M on Saturday.

A lightning strike broke a California mountain town. One man brought it back.

The tiny town of Leggett was reeling from damage caused by a winter storm, until one man arrived with a chain saw in tow.

No. 5 Iowa State hosts Mississippi Valley State in season opener

BOTTOM LINE: No. 5 Iowa State begins the season at home against Mississippi Valley State. Iowa State went 29-8 overall a season ago while going 18-0 at home. The Cyclones averaged 10.3 steals, 3.1 blocks and 10.0 turnovers per game last season.

How to Watch Mississippi State vs. Texas A&M NCAA Volleyball: November 3

Get live streaming, TV channel and game information for the Mississippi State vs. Texas A&M NCAA volleyball game on Sunday, November 3, 2024.

UMass football starts strong, but proves to be no match for Mississippi State

STARKVILLE, Miss. — Following two-months worth of losses, Mississippi State found pay dirt once again. Michael Van Buren Jr. accounted for three touchdowns and led the Bulldogs back from an early deficit in a 45-20 win over UMass on Saturday. “Just a ...

MAIS, MHSAA football playoff brackets 2024: Mississippi high school first-round pairings, results

Here's a look at the Mississippi high school football playoff brackets for MHSAA classes 1A-4A and MAIS classes 1A-6A.

What channel is Mississippi State vs. UMass football on? How to watch for free

As if UMass needed to make things harder for their football program, the Minutemen are heading south for their second of three SEC games this year when they take on Mississippi State. The 2-6 UMass Minutemen lost 45-3 at Missouri two weeks ago and have to ...

MHP: I-20 West in Bolton shut down after 2 semitrailers collide

The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating after two semitrailers and a car collided on the interstate in rural Hinds County. Troopers were forced to shut down traffic Saturday at 3 a.m. after investigators say two tractor-trailers and a vehicle collided on Interstate 20 West in Bolton.

What channel is Maine vs. Oklahoma on? How to watch Sooners vs. Black Bears

In 2004, the Mississippi State Bulldogs turned the ball over three times in Maine territory en route to a 9-7 loss to the visitors. Maine also walked away with a $350K payday. Oklahoma has lost three straight and has already fired its offensive coordinator.

Mississippi vs Arkansas Prediction and Picks: Hogs Hang Tough

The Mississippi Rebels offense is not the high-flying unit many expected it to be this year, and the Arkansas Razorbacks' defense-first mentality should help keep this SEC showdown below the total.

ARDOT receives $43.9 million grant for Helena Bridge

The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has received a $43.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Bridge Investment Program for rehabilitation of the U.S. Highway 49

Lead Miss. FBI agent celebrates partnership with MSU

STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi’s lead FBI agent visited with Mississippi State President Mark E. Keenum and other university administrators Friday [Nov. 1] to reaffirm the agency’s partnership with the Magnolia State’s leading land-grant institution.

Where to watch Arkansas vs. Ole Miss: TV channel, kickoff time, live stream, spread, odds

No. 19 Ole Miss still has a path to the College Football Playoff, but it has narrowed in recent weeks. The Rebels will have to pass a tough road test against Arkansas in order to keep its resume in tact as the regular season nears its end.

MSU launches cutting-edge ‘Anatomage Tables’ for 3D human anatomy exploration

STARKVILLE, Miss.—Students seeking scientific medical knowledge at Mississippi State University now have a cutting-edge resource to help them dissect human anatomy with the most-advanced medical education system available—state-of-the-art Anatomage Tables.

Hard-luck Mississippi Gulf Coast will have its first oyster season since 2018

BILOXI, Miss. (AP) — The Mississippi Gulf Coast, battered by a mammoth oil spill more than a decade ago and left bereft by years of subsequent flooding, will have its first oyster season since 2018.

Mississippi has 3 contested US House races and 1 incumbent without a challenger

Mississippi has three contested U.S. House elections. In the northern 1st District, Republican Rep. Trent Kelly faces Democratic challenger Dianne Dodson Black.

Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network expands to Mediacom

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network (GCSEN) is now available to Mediacom subscribers. As the official broadcast partner for 75 non-national Pelicans games, GCSEN enables fans to catch the season’s action without missing a beat.

MSU, ERDC celebrate impactful research collaborations, growing pipeline for Mississippi scientists, engineers

STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State University and the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center celebrated research collaborations and career opportunities for students this week during the third annual ERDC Days at MSU.

Mom arrested after allegedly forming ‘suicide pact’ with 10-year-old daughter, police say

A Mississippi mom and her 10-year-old daughter allegedly formed a “suicide pact” and decided to take pills. However, only the child followed through, according to authorities.

South Mississippi man accused of sexually abusing dog

ESCATAWPA, Miss. (WTVA) — A south Mississippi man is accused of sexually abusing a dog. Law enforcement arrested Timothy Sanders, 31, of Escatawpa, on Wednesday, Oct. 30, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department announced. This allegedly happened to his cousin’s pregnant dog, WLOX-TV in Biloxi reported.

Donald Trump campaigns with Packers legend Brett Favre at rally in Green Bay, Wisconsin

A longtime supporter of Trump and other Republicans, Favre spent most of his career with the Green Bay Packers, winning the NFL's Most Valuable Player award three times and a Super Bowl. But the Pro Football Hall of Famer has been in the news lately for a welfare scandal in his home state of Mississippi.

Guest column: Plaquemines Parish has given a lot to the country The diversion gives some back.

In this guest column, New Orleans native Randy Fertel argues that the controversial Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion finally allows the river to begin giving back to Plaquemines Parish what has been taken.

Voting in Forrest, Lamar counties in Mississippi? Everything to know for 2024 Election Day

Voters in Forrest & Lamar counties will head to the polls like the rest of the nation to make their choice for president. What else is on the ballot?

Mississippi insurance commissioner says his position should be appointed, not elected

Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney has announced that he wants his position to be appointed in the future instead of elected. Chaney has served as insurance commissioner for the past 17 years. He said the position should be appointed to prevent the next commissioner from being beholden to big money special interests.

Ole Miss football vs Arkansas score prediction, scouting report for Week 10 SEC game

Lane Kiffin's Ole Miss football team plays at SEC opponent Arkansas in Week 10 of the college football season. Jaxson Dart will lead the Rebels.

MSU adds fourth spring graduation ceremony in Starkville

STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State will host an additional spring commencement ceremony this May to accommodate the growing number of graduates at its Starkville campus.

Oklahoma makes big change to coaching staff after latest loss

The Sooners must have felt they had to do something after a 35-9 home loss to South Carolina, their third defeat in four games.

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