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Lamar County sample ballot for 2024 general election

PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - The 2024 general election day is set for Tuesday, Nov. 5. Here is a sample ballot for the 2024 general election in Lamar County: For more information, you can visit the Mississippi Secretary of State’s website or the Y’all Vote website.

MSU invites high school, two-year college students to Music Discovery Day

STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State’s Department of Music is hosting its annual Music Discovery Day for high school juniors, seniors and community college students Nov. 4 on MSU’s campus.

Why wasn’t Kevin Johns named the play-caller for the rest of the OU season?

With his extensive resume, why wasn’t Kevin Johns named the shot-caller for the rest of the Sooners’ 2024 slate? Venables explained the decision during his weekly radio show on Monday.

UNLV Rebels' fall slate comes to close at Fallen Oak Collegiate

UNLV men’s golf’s fall tournament slate came to a close after Monday’s final round of the Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational.

Salvager said he’d pull WWII ship out of Mississippi. Suit says he left it there.

A salvage company operator long tasked with removing a sunken, World War II-era ship from the Mississippi River faces a lawsuit about illegal dumping nearby.

Bond granted after Scott's Addition murder arrest. What led to the violence?

Nico Rivera, the 27-year-old Mechanicsville man charged with killing another man in the Scott's Addition neighborhood of Richmond, was granted bond during a Tuesday morning hearing.

Ndongo is looking to build on strong freshman season in Georgia Tech's 2nd year under Stoudamire

Georgia Tech coach Damon Stoudamire will be looking to end the program's streak of three straight losing seasons as he enters his second season.

Vote for Mississippi boys high school athlete of the week Oct. 14-19

This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Vote: Mississippi boys high school athlete of the week Oct. 14-19

Saturday absentee voting starts this weekend

This weekend will be the first of two Saturdays where people can vote absentee in the November general election in Mississippi.

Mississippi State commit leaves class after Tennessee visit

Mississippi State is looking to build for the future on the recruiting trail, but the team lost another recruit on Tuesday morning.

Watch Texas A&M's Mike Elko, players speak before LSU matchup

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko, along with linebacker Scooby Williams, safety Bryce Anderson and offensive lineman Dametrious Crownover, take questions prior to the Aggies' ranked matchup with LSU.

ERDC Days at MSU to highlight research collaborations, job opportunities

This marks the third annual “ERDC Days” hosted by Mississippi State. ERDC personnel will spend Oct. 29 touring MSU research facilities. MSU students, faculty and staff are encouraged to attend a series of casual and formal programs on Oct. 30 to learn more about ERDC, which is headquartered in Vicksburg.

Houston police officer avoids injury after shooting

A driver fired multiple shots at a Houston police officer over the weekend, and the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into what happened.

MSU-Meridian cuts ribbon, showcases new Interprofessional Simulation Program at its Riley Campus healthcare hub

MERIDIAN, Miss.—Mississippi State University celebrated a milestone development at its MSU-Meridian downtown Riley Campus Monday [Oct. 21], with a ribbon-cutting and tours showcasing the new healthcare education facilities of the Interprofessional Simulation Program.

Two missing 15-year-old girls seen near I-49 in Alma, Arkansas

The girls were last seen at 8:30 a.m. Monday entering the woods near outside Love's Truck Stop. That's at Interstate 49, Exit in Alma. The two may have hitched a ride from someone traveling on the interstate, according to the release.

Efforts to restore voting rights for people with felony convictions lag in the Gulf South

A new report shows that more people with past felony convictions can vote in this election cycle than previous ones, but millions remain disenfranchised.

MSU’s Lambert brings discussion on Prospect Hill Plantation enslavement project to Alcorn State, Natchez

NATCHEZ, Miss.—Shawn Lambert, associate professor of archeology and undergraduate coordinator for Mississippi State’s Department of Anthropology and Middle Eastern Cultures, will discuss the historical significance of enslavement at Prospect Hill Plantation during two public events next week.

Man killed after crashing into pole on Mississippi highway, officials say

DEADLY CRASH - A 43-year-old man was killed over the weekend after his car crashed into a pole on a Mississippi highway, officials said.

Tired of NIL and transfer portal? Consider pulling for Army or Navy

Both Army and Navy are undefeated. Both are nationally ranked. Neither pays its players. Neither recruits players from the transfer portal.

Want a Quiet Coast? Plan a Trip to the Mississippi Gulf Coast in the Off-season

Pro tip: Go in the off-season. Mississippi is hot and humid, and from November through March, you will have lovely days and cool nights without getting overly warm. We went in February, and it was pleasant without being too hot. Fun fact: The Coast is the largest human-made beach in the world, stretching 26 miles.

Warm and sunny start to the workweek expected

This morning, we are waking up to a little bit of patchy fog across our southern and western counties, especially near the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers. Fog will

Cessna: Aggies ride victory over Mississippi State into first-place showdown

Mississippi State almost became the trap game some Aggies feared, but Texas A&M prevailed for a 34-24 victory Saturday that moved it a step closer to possibly making the College Football Playoff.

Judge hears arguments after Garth Brooks’ accuser files motion to seal Mississippi case

Lawyers for both Garth Brooks and his rape accuser stood before a judge Friday to argue on motions both parties deemed as an attack on their clients.

What college football games are on today: Week 8 Saturday NCAA top 25 schedule, TV channels, how to watch

Today's college football action features matchups with 18 of the nation's top 25 teams. Find out how to watch every game here.

College football odds, picks, lines, betting predictions for Week 8, 2024: Proven model backs LSU, SMU

Now, it has turned its attention to the latest college football odds and Week 8 college football betting lines. Head here to see every pick.

Georgia vs. Texas Odds, Best Bets: Longhorns Favored Over No. 5 Bulldogs

Newsweek's guide to how to bet Georgia vs. Texas tackles the first meeting as SEC rivals between two of the top programs in the country.

No. 1 5-Star DL Elijah Griffin Commits to Georgia over Miami, USC, Oregon, Penn State

Georgia's defensive line is going to add another anchor in 2025 with Elijah Griffin announcing his commitment to the Bulldogs on Friday. Speaking to

City of Vicksburg dedicates historical marker to Dabney and Dabney law firm

A new historical marker was unveiled in downtown Vicksburg on Thursday morning. The marker was dedicated to Dabney and Dabney, the oldest privately owned law firm in the State of Mississippi. Dabney and Dabney started in West Virginia in 1794.

These US states were deemed safest, deadliest for drivers. See where Mississippi ranks

A recent study found the top 10 safest and deadliest states for drivers in America. See where the study ranked Mississippi.

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."

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.

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.

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