COLD CASE: Son remembers mom being ‘tough as nails,’ never one to back down
A Cedar Rapids landlord found his first-floor tenant, Dorothy J. Rose, 43, lying face down in her apartment on Nov. 28, 2006. Police found Rose had been strangled with an electrical cord and another item.
Feds seek to restore Nishnabotna River after Iowa fertilizer spill
Iowa's largest farmers cooperative might face a significant fine from the U.S. Department of the Interior for a massive spill in southwest Iowa that annihilated aquatic creatures in a 60-mile stretch of river.
Melendez makes 2 late free throws, No. 25 Mississippi State beats McNeese State 66-63
RJ Melendez had a season-high 18 points and Josh Hubbard added 16 to lead No. 25 Mississippi State to a 66-63 win over McNeese State in a neutral-site game on Saturday.
Sports Column: Huff’s hire at USM is notable for what wasn’t mentioned
Ernest Bowker is the sports editor of The Vicksburg Post. He can be reached at [email protected]
Lawmakers dealing with finances, taxes may soon be dealing with a major headache
Analysis: As talks of eliminating the Mississippi income tax revenue rage, year-over-year revenue growth is drastically slowing.
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FERGUSON: The recliner blues
As I write this, it is early Saturday evening in Paris, Mississippi. It is raining, and the daylight is slowly fading away. To say I am relaxed and comfortable is quite an understatement. There are no chores to be done,
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium to implement safety changes after chemical leak
The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium in Dubuque plans to make safety changes after a number of animals died as a result of an HVAC
Construction company names 3 victims killed in south Mississippi bridge collapse
The bridge closed to traffic on Sept. 18 as part of a bridge replacement project. The contractor was in the process of demolishing the bridge, according to MDOT. TL Wallace Construction later identified the dead victims as Charles Badger, Kevin Malone and Charles Igleharte, WDAM-TV in Hattiesburg reported.
3 workers killed after portion of Mississippi bridge collapses ahead of demolition: Officials
A portion of a Mississippi bridge in the process of being demolished collapsed prematurely, killing three workers, officials said. The bridge, which spanned the Strong River in Simpson County on State Route 149,
Judge dismisses lawsuit over old abortion rights ruling in Mississippi
A Mississippi judge has dismissed a lawsuit that challenged a potential conflict between a 2022 state law that bans most abortions and a 1998 state Supreme Court ruling that said
3 dead and 4 injured in collapse of Mississippi bridge being prepped for demolition
The bridge over the Strong River on State Route 149 in Simpson County had been closed to traffic since Sept. 18.
Texas A&M’s Bussey, Henderson on first availability report before Mississippi State
Texas A&M athlete Terry Bussey and third-string quarterback Jaylen Henderson are on the first SEC availability report of the week, prior to the Mississippi State game.
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.
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.
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.