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Hubbard makes Mississippi State history with fifth SEC Freshman of the Week award

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8 months ago

February 27, 2024

www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-02-27 06:37:46

SUMMARY: Mississippi State‘s freshman Josh Hubbard has been named the SEC Freshman of the Week for a record-setting fifth time this season, surpassing Jamont Gordon‘s previous school record. Despite being closely watched by Ole Miss, yielding only 5 points and 2 assists, Hubbard made an impressive comeback with a career-high 32 points against LSU. His performance marks the second-most points scored by an SEC freshman this year and the most by a Mississippi State freshman since 1984-85. Hubbard leads all SEC freshmen in scoring with an average of 15.3 points per game. The Bulldogs, aiming for the NCAA Tournament, will next play Kentucky.

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Previewing college basketball in Mississippi ahead of Monday’s tipoff

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November 4, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-04 17:22:00

SUMMARY: College basketball in Mississippi returns, providing fans of Mississippi State, Ole Miss, and Southern Miss a break from a challenging football season. Mississippi State, under coach Chris Jans, aims to improve on last season’s 21-14 record, featuring a strong returning core and several transfer additions. Ole Miss, in year two of Chris Beard’s tenure, also looks to bounce back from a 20-12 season with a mix of veteran players and new transfers. Southern Miss seeks redemption after a disappointing season, relying on veteran guards and transfers to enhance their lineup. Both teams kick off their seasons Monday night.

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Local tax referendums will join elections on some Mississippi ballots

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3 hours ago

November 4, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-11-04 16:15:00

SUMMARY: As Election Day approaches, voters are preparing and deciding on proposed tax referendums. In George County, residents can vote on a new sales tax to fund the “Pennies for Parks” program, aimed at enhancing youth sports facilities. This initiative includes a one-cent sales tax on restaurants and a three percent tax on hotels, with plans already in place for new soccer fields. Meanwhile, Ridgeland voters will consider a sales tax increase to expand Freedom Ridge Park, adding various recreational facilities. Both referendums highlight local investment in community sports and recreational development.

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Mississippi casino shuts doors due to ‘computer glitch’

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November 4, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-11-04 14:16:00

SUMMARY: Magnolia Bluffs Casino in Natchez closed on Friday due to a technical issue linked to its parent company, Saratoga Holdings. As of three days later, the casino remains shut, with security barring access. The issue has also affected Saratoga’s other casinos in New York and Colorado. Amy Brannigan, the company’s marketing director, confirmed they are working to resolve the problem but did not provide a timeline for reopening. Some social media comments expressed skepticism about the nature of the closure, despite the company’s insistence that it involves only IT problems. The casino was taken over by Saratoga in October 2022.

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