18 arrested after North Panola High School vandalized
05/14/2026

18 arrested after North Panola High School vandalized

13 adults and five juveniles accused of vandalizing North Panola High School are facing charges.Early Tuesday morning, the Panola County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the school in Sardis. Upon arrival, law enforcement reported finding the school to be “severely damaged” throughout much of the

U.S. senators approve withholding their own pay during government shutdowns
05/14/2026

U.S. senators approve withholding their own pay during government shutdowns

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senators unanimously approved a resolution Thursday to withhold their pay during government shutdowns, an attempt to make federal closures financially painful for lawmakers after a string of record-breaking impasses in the past year.The bipartisan support for the measure comes at a

William Carey baseball heading to NAIA World Series after dramatic comeback
05/14/2026

William Carey baseball heading to NAIA World Series after dramatic comeback

William Carey is NAIA World Series bound once again after rallying to earn a 13-11 victory over Cumberlands in a dramatic opening round finale.The Crusaders trailed 10-2 in the sixth inning on Wednesday but managed to outscore the Patriots 11-2 the rest of the way, largely due to an explosive top of

6 Mississippi students named U.S. Presidential Scholars semifinalists
05/14/2026

6 Mississippi students named U.S. Presidential Scholars semifinalists

Six Mississippi students have been named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholar semifinalists.The Mississippi Department of Education made the announcement Wednesday, adding that the program honors the nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors.Semifinalists representing the Magnolia State i

2 people facing charges connected with death of infant in Magee
05/14/2026

2 people facing charges connected with death of infant in Magee

A man and woman are facing multiple charges in connection with the death of an infant.Law enforcement in Magee reported that Desserae Vaughn and Joseph Lexia were charged with child abuse, child neglect, deprivation of substantial necessities, possession of controlled substances, possession of parap

PVC pipe manufacturer announces $80 million investment in Batesville
05/13/2026

PVC pipe manufacturer announces $80 million investment in Batesville

Infrastructure technology company Azuria Water Solutions is setting up shop in Panola County with an $80 million investment.The Mississippi Development Authority announced Wednesday that the Missouri-headquartered business broke ground on a 72,000-square-foot facility in Batesville. The plant will b

Utermark breaks Ole Miss home run record as Rebels down UT Martin 17-6
05/13/2026

Utermark breaks Ole Miss home run record as Rebels down UT Martin 17-6

No. 15 Ole Miss dominated UT Martin 17-6 on Tuesday night, with the main highlight of the midweek battle being Rebel third baseman Judd Utermark breaking the program’s all-time home run record.Utermark hit a two-run long ball in the bottom of the first to give the home club a 2-0 lead, and more nota

Dan Fordice killed in plane crash in Louisiana
05/13/2026

Dan Fordice killed in plane crash in Louisiana

Dan Fordice, the son of former Mississippi Gov. Kirk Fordice, was killed in a plane crash Tuesday, according to several news outlets and current elected officials.WLBT-TV was the first to receive confirmation that a single-engine plane crash took the life of Fordice. The crash happened around 3 p.m.

Diamondhead nears launch of city police force
05/13/2026

Diamondhead nears launch of city police force

Diamondhead city leaders plan to hire a police chief this month as the city moves closer to creating its own municipal police department.The city has contracted with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement services since Diamondhead was established in 2012. City Manager Jon McCraw sa

More than 400 homes damaged during Mississippi tornado outbreak
05/13/2026

More than 400 homes damaged during Mississippi tornado outbreak

Officials in Mississippi provided another update after a tornadoes broke out in the southern part of the state last week, confirming Tuesday that more than 400 homes and businesses were damaged.The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said in a release that eight tornadoes are now confirmed to ha

Delta State launching new scholarship program for first responders, teachers
05/12/2026

Delta State launching new scholarship program for first responders, teachers

Delta State University will soon launch a new scholarship for teachers and first responders.University officials announced the creation of the Delta Heroes scholarship on Tuesday. The new financial assistance program is designed to support graduate students from Mississippi who serve communities acr

One dead, arrest made after shooting on Highway 49 in Forrest County
05/12/2026

One dead, arrest made after shooting on Highway 49 in Forrest County

A person is dead and another has been arrested following a shooting Tuesday along Highway 49 in Forrest County, according to law enforcement officials.The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation said agents responded to reports of gunfire near the intersection of Highway 49 and Mississippi Highway 42. M

Finalists announced for 2026 Ferriss Trophy
05/12/2026

Finalists announced for 2026 Ferriss Trophy

The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame has announced the finalists for the annual Ferriss Trophy, which goes to the state’s top college baseball player.Finalists include Mississippi State third baseman Ace Reese, Mississippi State pitcher Tomas Valincius, Ole Miss pitcher Cade Townsend, Ole Miss third