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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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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SUMMARY: No. 17 Ole Miss and Mississippi State both secured double-digit victories in Tuesday night basketball. Ole Miss (10-1) defeated Southern University 74-61, benefiting from 22 points off turnovers despite a total of 35 turnovers in the game. Jaylen Murray led with 18 points, while Sean Pedulla contributed significantly. Meanwhile, Mississippi State (10-1) dominated Central Michigan 83-59, with Claudell Harris, Jr. scoring 19 points and Michael Nwoko adding 18. The Bulldogs rallied after an early deficit, showcasing strong teamwork throughout. Ole Miss faces Queens next, while Mississippi State prepares to take on No. 21 Memphis on Saturday.

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