Mississippi State’s Lebby outlines culture changes, touts Shapen as ‘the guy’ at quarterback
Three Mississippi State players, along with new head coach Jeff Lebby, took to SEC Media Days in Dallas, Texas, on Wednesday to discuss where the program stands seven months into…
Mississippi Sen. Michael McLendon cleared of DUI charge in Alabama
A Mississippi senator has been cleared of a DUI charge brought against him last year in Alabama. Sen. Michael McLendon, R-Hernando, was arrested in June of 2023 near Foley, Ala.…
Democrats aim to nominate president in early August, as some push Biden to quit the race
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats intend to hold a virtual vote to formally make President Joe Biden their nominee in the first week of August, pushing ahead with plans to do…
Legislature-led mental health task force begins meeting in Jackson
A new task force aimed at addressing mental health in Mississippi schools began meeting at the state capitol in Jackson on Wednesday. The K-12 and Postsecondary Mental Health Task Force,…
Ole Miss’ JJ Pegues headlines 2024 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team nominees
Ole Miss defensive tackle JJ Pegues is being recognized for his work off the field ahead of the 2024 college football season. Pegues, an Oxford native, has been named a…
Rebel Report podcast: Is Ole Miss football “ready” for this moment?
The great Michael Katz of the Daily Journal joined us to talk about if Ole Miss is "ready" for this moment on the national stage. We also talked about Lane…
6 juveniles convicted for burning down abandoned school in Drew
Six minors have been convicted by a court for setting two different fires at a vacant school in Drew last October. The first blaze was reported at the abandoned facility…
Ashley Furniture investing $80 million to increase mattress production in Lee County
The world's largest manufacturer of home furnishings will be expanding production in northeast Mississippi. Ashley Furniture has announced plans to increase operations at two of its existing locations in Lee…
Historic pay raises announced for Jackson Public School teachers and staff
Jackson Public School teachers and hourly staff are getting a “significant” pay increase for the 2024-25 academic year. Per a statement from the school district, the Jackson Public School Board…
Mike Leach legacy alive at SEC Media Days: Kiffin recounts apparel coup as Drinkwitz calls for Hall of Fame induction
Late Mississippi State head coach Mike Leach has been brought up multiple times during SEC Media Days this week, the second time the event has taken place since Leach passed…
