Mississippi News
Keath Killebrew Memorial Rodeo underway in Jackson
SUMMARY: The Keath Killebrew Memorial Rodeo began on Friday at the Mississippi Coliseum in Jackson, honoring the late Keath Killebrew. The two-day event featured activities and a performance by Chapel Hart. Participants expressed their gratitude for being a part of the rodeo and the opportunity to support Keath Killebrew’s wife in keeping farming alive. Preston Gray, a bull fighter, expressed his appreciation for being chosen to represent their home state. All proceeds from the rodeo will go towards the Keath Killebrew Charisma Award Fund.
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SUMMARY: This weekend (April 18-20), Mississippi offers a variety of events for all ages. In Jackson, enjoy Food Truck Friday, a jazz concert, free outdoor movie screenings, and multiple exhibitions including “Of Salt and Spirit” and “Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers.” For family fun, there’s an Easter Egg Hunt at the Ag Museum and “Bunnies & Butterflies” at MCM. Natchez features the Spring Pilgrimage, Lafayette’s 200th anniversary celebration, and a farmers market. In the Pine Belt, highlights include Live at Five, a Spring Candle-Making Workshop, and Easter events at the Hattiesburg Zoo. Don’t miss the Bluff City Block Party and more!
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SUMMARY: This weekend in Mississippi (April 11-13), enjoy a variety of events across the state. Highlights include the Eudora Welty Birthday Bash in Jackson, Trivia Night at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, and Boots & Bling Fundraiser in Natchez. For family fun, check out the Bunny Bonanza in Jackson or the Easter Egg Hunt in Clinton. The Natchez Concours d’Elegance Car Show and Stranger Than Fiction Film Festival offer cultural experiences, while the 12th Annual Dragon Boat Regatta in Ridgeland and the Hub City Classic Car Show in Hattiesburg provide exciting activities for all ages.
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Ole Miss women get pair of double-doubles and roll to 83-65 March Madness win over Ball State
SUMMARY: Mississippi coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin found solace in returning to a different arena in Waco, Texas, following a disappointing previous tournament experience. The No. 5 seed Ole Miss Rebels redeemed themselves with an 83-65 victory over 12th-seeded Ball State in the NCAA Tournament’s first round. Starr Jacobs led the Rebels with 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Kennedy Todd-Williams and Madison Scott each scored 15 points. Ole Miss dominated rebounding, leading 52-32, and will face fourth-seeded Baylor next. Coach McPhee-McCuin noted the team’s evolution since their last visit and the significance of playing in Texas, where Jacobs feels at home.
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Mississippi Today7 days agoLawmakers used to fail passing a budget over policy disagreement. This year, they failed over childish bickering.
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Mississippi Today7 days ago
On this day in 1873, La. courthouse scene of racial carnage
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Local News7 days agoSouthern Miss Professor Inducted into U.S. Hydrographer Hall of Fame
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News from the South - Alabama News Feed5 days ago
Foley man wins Race to the Finish as Kyle Larson gets first win of 2025 Xfinity Series at Bristol
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News from the South - Alabama News Feed5 days ago
Federal appeals court upholds ruling against Alabama panhandling laws
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News from the South - Texas News Feed7 days ago
1 dead after 7 people shot during large gathering at Crosby gas station, HCSO says
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News from the South - Florida News Feed6 days ago
Jacksonville University only school with 2 finalist teams in NASA’s 2025 Human Lander Challenge
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News from the South - Missouri News Feed7 days ago
Insects as food? ‘We are largely ignoring the largest group of organisms on earth’
