You never know what a Powerball ticket purchased at a convenience store in Mississippi will bring. But a player in northeast Mississippi quickly discovered that it could yield a million-dollar payday.The Mississippi Lottery Corporation announced Monday that a $2 ticket bought at a Sprint Mart in Tup
Multi-platinum rap sensation Kevin Gates will take the main stage at the Brandon Amphitheater this fall.Officials at the central Mississippi venue announced on Monday that Gates will perform in Brandon on Saturday, Oct. 17. Tickets will go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. and can be found here.Gates, a nat
German cookie and snack product manufacturer Griesson – de Beukelaer has baked up a more than $70 million investment in Madison County.The project marks Griesson – de Beukelaer’s first investment in Mississippi and primarily includes the construction of a new 130,000- to 150,000-square-foot facility
Children’s of Mississippi has opened its newly renovated inpatient wing with a $1.5 million donation from Hogs for the Cause to enhance care for children battling childhood diseases.Hogs for the Cause is a New Orleans nonprofit, which serves as a nationwide outreach program that unites barbecue cult
The search for a Smith County man accused of firing at law enforcement officers has shifted several miles east of the original shooting scene as investigators continue to pursue leads in and around the Polkville community.The suspect, identified as 26-year-old Kevin Clay “KC” Adams, allegedly retrie
The early part of this week will bring dangerously hot conditions to Mississippi, as the National Weather Service warns that prolonged time outdoors could become hazardous.The NWS issued an Elevated Risk (Level 2 of 5) for dangerous heat across much of the state on Sunday and Monday. The northwester
A Rankin County sheriff’s deputy was seriously injured Saturday in a crash while responding to an emergency call.According to the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department, the deputy was involved in a two-vehicle crash at approximately 3:42 p.m. on Highway 80 near Shiloh Parkway in Brandon.The Brandon Pol
Apple’s new and improved store has officially opened in Ridgeland. .As Mississippi’s only Apple store, frequent visitors don’t have to worry about finding somewhere new to service their phones, as the store relocated only a short walk away. Originally located next to the Lululemon and Barnes and Nob
College football is almost here. The proof? Conferences across the country are beginning to roll out preseason rankings and individual accolades. The SEC unveiled its media poll on Friday, and both Ole Miss and Mississippi State were represented.The Rebels, with a lot of hype surrounding Pete Goldin
Applications will soon be open for the fifth round of Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund grants, which provide funding for conservation outdoor recreation projects.Lawmakers appropriated $15 million for the state-created fund during this year’s regular legislative session.Gov. Tate Reeves an
As the public continues to raise questions about the death of Nolan Wells, the Ocean Springs teenager found dead on Horn Island earlier this month, the district attorney overseeing the case is speaking out.Angel Myers McIlrath, who represents Mississippi’s 19th Circuit Court District, which includes
Mississippi State is known to produce strong NFL secondary pieces, and Kelley Jones plans to be the next star who spent his college days in Starkville.The list of notable Bulldog defensive backs and safeties who have both made an impact at the highest level of the sport and continue to have an on-fi
Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby is looking to improve once again and believes he has revamped his roster enough to put his team in a position to be in the win column more often than not.Lebby’s first season in Starkville was grueling, as the Bulldogs amassed an overall record of 2-10. Improv
Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby said he has no ceiling. Nick Saban, arguably the greatest college football coach of all time, said he could be “the truth.” And countless media figures have said he will dominate headlines in the near future. Needless to say, a lot of hype surrounds Kamario Ta
U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) announced Thursday that the U.S. Department of Agriculture will purchase up to $20 million in farm-raised catfish, which will likely benefit Mississippi catfish producers.The USDA’s purchase will largely be used for distribution through food banks, charities, and
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, Americans are once again paying more at the pump.For the first time in more than a month, the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline has climbed above $4, according to AAA. The average reached $4.09 on Thursday, up 15 cents from a week ago, a
Lumberton city leaders have finalized regulations for liquor sales, and local entrepreneurs are already moving forward with plans to open new restaurants and bars.During the 2026 legislative session, lawmakers designated Lumberton as a qualified resort area, effective July 1. The bill was sponsored
Ole Miss has not one but two Heisman hopefuls going into the upcoming college football season, and the university’s athletics department has kicked off a campaign to promote both players for the crown jewel of awards.Trinidad Chambliss and Kewan Lacy walked into SEC Media Days on Wednesday as two of
Beverage packaging company SIP Manufacturing is looking to create 187 new jobs in DeSoto County with an investment of more than $100 million.The Mississippi Development Authority announced Wednesday that the canning and bottling business is setting up shop in Southaven. According to the company, SIP
Mississippi has produced a ton of NFL talent on the defensive line. Don’t believe me? Look up where Fletcher Cox, Chris Jones, and Jeffery Simmons went to high school. After you’re done doing that, take a look at the trajectory Ole Miss defensive tackle Will Echoles is on — and also where he spent h
Pete Golding did not disappoint during his SEC Media Days debut, at least the talk in Tampa has suggested.The Ole Miss head coach, heading into his first regular season in that position, was authentic, humorous, and even off-script when discussing changes he’s made since taking over the Rebels progr
Warrior Bonfire Program is hosting its ninth annual Mississippi charity event next month to support Purple Heart combat veterans.The nationwide organization is tailored to help post-9/11 Purple Heart recipients in their journey to recovery and returning to the community. As the oldest military award
The man accused of setting fire to Mississippi’s Beth Israel synagogue will stand trial on Oct. 15, a federal judge decided Wednesday.After a second continuance was granted earlier this month, U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate set the trial date for Stephen Spencer Pittman. The 19-year-old is facing
U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith has been appointed to the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, filling a vacancy created by the death of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham.Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, died July 11 after suffering a tear in the inner wall of his aorta, according to a prelimin
