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Local hunter kills 900 lb. alligator in South Florida
A renowned hunter in Vancleave bagged the closest thing to a living dinosaur after putting down a 13-foot alligator in South Florida when it started troubling local livestock.
Doug Borries, lying prone at a private lake in Florida, spotted the alligator at 500 yards through the scope of his 7mm STW rifle. When the monster moved about 180 yards closer, Borries took his shot – nailing it right in the golf ball-sized kill zone…
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Pearl River CC Baseball wins back-to-back MACCC Titles! The Wildcat’s fourth conference title in five years.
SUMMARY: The Pearl River Wildcats clinched their fourth MACCC title in five years despite dropping the first game in an 11-inning battle against Northwest Mississippi Community College. Players like Max Miller and Kyler King described the adrenaline and camaraderie fueling their comeback and celebration. Right-handed pitcher and outfielder Logan Fontenelle called the victory “one of the greatest experiences” of his life. Head Coach Michael Avalon emphasized the competition’s difficulty, highlighting the Wildcats’ remarkable achievement in one of the nation’s toughest conferences. Now, Pearl River looks forward to hosting the Region 23 tournament at “The Dub” next week.
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SUMMARY: Construction is underway on Waveland’s first hotel in over 20 years, a $16 million dual-brand Marriott featuring Fairfield and TownePlace Suites. Located along Highway 90 near the old Spanish Trail, the hotel is expected to boost economic growth in Hancock County by attracting short-term visitors to Stennis Space Center, Port Bienville, and Stennis Airport. Mayor Trapani highlights the hotel’s potential to encourage more long-term residents as people tend to settle in areas they’ve visited. The project involves collaboration among the city, Hancock County Board of Supervisors, and the Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission. A ribbon cutting is planned for next summer.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi State Athletics Director Zac Selmon announced the termination of head baseball coach Chris Lemonis, effective immediately. Lemonis, in his seventh season, led the team to a national championship in 2021 but did not meet performance expectations. Assistant coach Justin Parker will serve as the interim head coach. Selmon emphasized the need for a change to ensure the program’s future success, highlighting Mississippi State’s rich baseball tradition and commitment to excellence. Lemonis’s record stands at 232-135 at MSU, with a career mark of 373-226-2, including multiple NCAA Tournament appearances and College World Series participations.
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Pearl River CC Baseball wins back-to-back MACCC Titles! The Wildcat’s fourth conference title in five years.
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