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Governor tours troubled state prison at Parchman

Mississippi’s new governor says he and the interim corrections commissioner toured a troubled state prison to see conditions and to try to understand what led ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Friday, January 24, 2020 12:11 am

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Another inmate dies in Parchman prison

Another Mississippi inmate died in a troubled state prison Wednesday, and state corrections officials said his death appeared to be a suicide by hanging. Read more

by The Associated Press, Thursday, January 23, 2020 12:11 am

Sports

Former Ole Miss QB Eli Manning retires after 16 seasons, 2 Super Bowls

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Eli Manning, who led the New York Giants to two Super Bowls in a 16-year career that saw him set ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Wednesday, January 22, 2020 5:19 pm

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Parchman inmate from Adams County found dead

An inmate at a Mississippi prison that was a focus of recent deadly unrest was found hanging in his cell by two corrections officers over ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Tuesday, January 21, 2020 12:13 am

Sports

No. 1 LSU Tigers claim fourth national championship

Joe Burrow threw five touchdown passes, ran for another score and capped one of the greatest seasons in college football history by leading No. 1 ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Monday, January 13, 2020 11:51 pm

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Severe weather predicted for area

The National Weather Service in Jackson said Adams County will be at an enhanced threat of storms that could include strong tornadoes and flooding rains. Read more

by The Associated Press, Friday, January 10, 2020 12:12 am

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Jefferson County School District sues maker of e-cigarettes

A school district in Mississippi is suing the largest e-cigarette maker in the U.S., saying that Juul Labs is deceptively marketing its products to teenagers ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Tuesday, December 10, 2019 1:02 pm

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Gee whiz: Peeing dog celebration costs Ole Miss in Egg Bowl

STARKVILLE (AP) — Mississippi flushed away a golden chance at the Golden Egg. Read more

by The Associated Press, Friday, November 29, 2019 10:42 am

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Mississippi Republicans win statewide races

Mississippi voters handed Republicans continued control of the governor’s office and victories in six other statewide races, as they also decided a host of legislative ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Wednesday, November 6, 2019 12:14 am

Sports

Jack Abraham throws three touchdowns in Southern Miss. win

Jack Abraham threw for 421 yards with three touchdowns and his favorite target, Quez Watkins, caught eight passes for 198 yards and a score and ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Tuesday, October 15, 2019 12:01 am

State/Region Sports

Bulldogs cleaning things up during bye week

STARKVILLE (AP) — Mississippi State is spending its off week focusing on what went wrong last week.

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by The Associated Press, Thursday, October 3, 2019 4:22 pm

State/Region Sports

Quarterback injuries plague Rebels, Bulldogs

JACKSON (AP) — Ole Miss and Mississippi State are both dealing with injury-related quarterback uncertainty as they prepare for road tests with top-10 teams this ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Tuesday, September 24, 2019 5:26 pm

State/Region Sports

Mississippi State, Kentucky regrouping ahead of SEC opener

STARKVILLE (AP) — Kentucky hopes a change of scenery can reverse its fortunes after losing a close game last week.

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by The Associated Press, Saturday, September 21, 2019 11:27 pm

State/Region Sports

Freshman Ealy breaks out early for Ole Miss

OXFORD (AP) — Ole Miss running back Jerrion Ealy flashes a grin when he’s asked about how often defenders catch him from behind.

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by The Associated Press, Saturday, September 21, 2019 11:20 pm

State/Region Sports

Friday’s Mississippi high school football scores

Friday’s Mississippi scores

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by The Associated Press, Saturday, September 21, 2019 11:08 pm

State/Region Sports

Cal holds off Ole Miss in controversial finish

OXFORD (AP) — California linebacker Evan Weaver finished with 22 tackles Saturday against Ole Miss. The last one was the most important.

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by The Associated Press, Saturday, September 21, 2019 8:43 pm

State/Region Sports

Crimson Tide rolls right over Southern Miss

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — The glaring sun was the only thing that slowed down Alabama receiver Henry Ruggs III early, and that was only for ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Saturday, September 21, 2019 8:41 pm

State/Region Sports

Mississippi State knocks off Kentucky in SEC opener

STARKVILLE (AP) — Kylin Hill rushed for 120 yards and three touchdowns to lead Mississippi State to a 28-13 victory over Kentucky on Saturday.

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by The Associated Press, Saturday, September 21, 2019 8:35 pm

State/Region Sports

Ealy powers Ole Miss past Southeastern Louisiana

OXFORD (AP) — Ole Miss running back Jerrion Ealy had flashes of brilliance in preseason practice and in limited appearances in his first two games. ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Saturday, September 14, 2019 9:47 pm

State/Region Sports

Mississippi State tripped up by Kansas State

STARKVILLE (AP) — Skylar Thompson only threw one touchdown pass in Kansas State’s 31-24 road win at Mississippi State, but boy was it a big ... Read more

by The Associated Press, Saturday, September 14, 2019 9:32 pm

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