SUMMARY: Starkville, home of Mississippi State University, has been named “Best Small Town in the South” for the second consecutive year by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The town, known as “StarkVegas,” was recognized for its thriving arts scene, historic districts, birdwatching opportunities, and great food. Meanwhile, Oxford, home to the University of Mississippi, earned the runner-up spot for “Best Small College Town in the U.S.” Oxford was praised for its charming town square, local dining options, and proximity to the Ole Miss campus. Starkville and Oxford are celebrated for their unique charm and vibrant communities.

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SUMMARY: The Biloxi Shuckers lost their home opener to the Columbus Clingstones 7-6 in extra innings. The Shuckers remain winless at 0-4, while the Clingstones earned their first win of the season (1-2). Biloxi saw home runs from Cooper Pratt, Luis Lara, and Zavier Warren. Abdiel Mendoza impressed with seven strikeouts in 3.2 scoreless innings. Biloxi led 6-0, but Columbus mounted a comeback, tying the game in the ninth. In extra innings, Drew Compton’s RBI single gave Columbus the lead, and a strikeout ended the game. Shay Shanaman earned the win, while Justin Yearger took the loss.

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SUMMARY: Jay Ladner enters his seventh year as Southern Miss men’s basketball coach amid significant challenges, including staff changes, a roster overhaul, and financial limitations. After a successful 2022-23 season, Ladner faces pressure to improve following a tough 2024-25 campaign. The program struggles with NIL budget disparities compared to more affluent schools. Ladner acknowledges the difficulty of building a competitive roster in the current college sports environment but remains focused on overcoming these obstacles. With key assistants leaving, Ladner hopes a new hire will help attract top talent and boost the team’s chances for success in the 2025-26 season.

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