Hit rock band Daughtry headlining Pearl Day this weekend
Pearl Day is returning this weekend with a star-studded entertainment lineup on the docket. Multi-platinum rock band Daughtry will conclude a day packed full of free family-friendly activities and outdoor…
Mississippi farmers face drought conditions as USDA designates 45 counties for relief
In addition to high fertilizer and fuel costs tied to conflict in the Middle East, Mississippi farmers are suffering from a lack of rainfall, with the federal government trying to…
Former Southern Miss president and polymer science pioneer Shelby Thames dies at 89
The University of Southern Mississippi is mourning the loss of one of its former presidents. University officials announced Monday that Dr. Shelby Freland Thames passed away April 17 at the…
29th annual Double Decker Arts Festival happening in Oxford this weekend
The 29th annual Double Decker Arts Festival is happening in Oxford this weekend. One of the most popular events in the college town, Double Decker will run on Friday, April…
Your Mississippi forecast for Tuesday, April 21
Tuesday will be sunny with highs in the 80s. Here’s your statewide forecast from the National Weather Service. Northern Mississippi Today will be mostly sunny with highs in the lower 80s.…
Daniel Stallworth advances to Top 7 on ‘American Idol’ after Disney Night performance
Daniel Stallworth survived another round of elimination Monday night in his journey to become the second Mississippian in a row to win “American Idol.” Stallworth, one day before his 28th…
Thunder & Lightning: How Should We Describe Mississippi State’s Sweep Of South Carolina?
Mississippi State got the three wins over South Carolina it desperately craved, but does that mean the Bulldogs are back on track? Brian Hadad, Carlo Barone, and Brooks Bryan ask…
T&L Extra: Coach Brian O’Connor Joins SportsTalk Mississippi After Mississippi State’s Road Sweep of South Carolina
Mississippi State got back on a winning track this weekend, with the Bulldogs picking up their third sweep of the season over South Carolina. Richard Cross catches up with Brian…
Natchez mother arrested after allegedly threatening 4-month-old in disturbing texts
A Natchez mother is behind bars after allegedly sending threatening photos involving her 4-month-old baby to the child's father. Police Chief Lee Best said the unidentified father notified law enforcement…
Tupelo elementary highlights literacy gains amid Mississippi reading reforms
As Mississippi has become a national model for literacy reform – posting some of the largest reading gains in the country – a Tupelo elementary school recently opened its doors…
