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Float exploring Mississippi’s music history to be featured in 2025 Rose Parade
SUMMARY: Mississippi will showcase its rich musical heritage in the 2025 Tournament of Roses Parade with a float titled “Birthplace of America’s Music,” featuring tributes to Elvis Presley and B.B. King. Governor Tate Reeves emphasizes Mississippi’s unmatched cultural contributions, highlighting its status as the birthplace of the blues and its record number of Grammy winners per capita. The float will align with the parade’s theme, “Best Day Ever,” alongside live performances from country trio Chapel Hart and Jackson State University’s marching band. Visit Mississippi hopes this exposure will inspire visitors to discover the state’s musical history through various museums and trails.
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Mississippi State football to be included in new Netflix series exploring 2024 season
SUMMARY: Netflix has been filming a limited docuseries in Tupelo, focusing on a unique crime story. The streaming service announced it will return to document the 2024 Southeastern Conference (SEC) college football season, producing a series comprising eight 45-minute episodes. Viewers can expect behind-the-scenes access spanning fields, locker rooms, and more. Ten of the 16 SEC schools, including Mississippi State under new coach Jeff Lebby, will participate, showcasing intriguing storylines such as Tennessee’s playoff appearance and Vanderbilt’s upset of Alabama. Despite some initial reluctance from schools regarding outside access, the SEC aims to highlight its programs in this compelling series.
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Legendary voice of Mississippi State baseball Jim Ellis announces retirement
SUMMARY: Jim Ellis, the legendary radio broadcaster for Mississippi State baseball, has announced his retirement after 46 years. Beginning in 1979, Ellis became the “Voice of the Diamond Dawgs,” covering historic moments like 33 NCAA Regional appearances, seven SEC Tournament titles, and the program’s first national championship in 2021. He also took on football and men’s basketball duties from 2011 until his retirement in 2017. Ellis was inducted into the Ron Polk Ring of Honor in 2024. His career earned multiple awards, and he is widely regarded as synonymous with Mississippi State baseball. His successor will be announced soon.
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MCBB: Lamar holds off late Southern Miss rally in 69-65 thriller
SUMMARY: Southern Miss (4-7) suffered its first home loss of the season, falling 69-65 to Lamar (6-5). The Golden Eagles began strong, but Lamar quickly took the lead and maintained control for most of the game. Southern Miss rallied with a 12-0 run in the first half but trailed 36-31 at halftime. Despite a late surge, including a strong performance by Denijay Harris (15 points, 12 rebounds), the Golden Eagles couldn’t overcome Lamar’s lead. Neftali Alvarez led Southern Miss with 21 points. Coach Jay Ladner criticized his team’s inconsistency, as they prepare for a conference game against Marshall next.
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