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Ole Miss, Mississippi State release 2024 football schedules

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www.supertalk.fm – SuperTalk News Staff – 2023-12-14 10:15:36

SUMMARY: The SEC released the 2024 football schedules for Ole Miss and Mississippi State. Ole Miss, led by coach Lane Kiffin, has a strong lineup, including a home opener against Furman and challenges such as Oklahoma and Georgia. Mississippi State, under new coach Jeff Lebby, starts against Eastern Kentucky and faces a difficult sequence including Texas and Georgia. Ole Miss is building for the expanded playoffs, targeting another 10-win season. Mississippi State is deemed a work-in-progress with a six-win season potential. Both teams’ schedules end with the Egg Bowl, which could shift from its traditional Thanksgiving date.

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Jackson airport expecting another record Thanksgiving for travelers

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-22 16:41:00

SUMMARY: As Thanksgiving approaches, Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) in Mississippi anticipates its busiest holiday season in years, with peak travel expected from November 26 to December 2. During Thanksgiving 2023, nearly 27,000 passengers flew through JAN. The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) urges travelers to arrive two hours early for parking and security. A new Dunkin’ Donuts has been added to the airport’s dining options, which now includes four other food and drink venues. JMAA CEO Rosa Beckett emphasized their commitment to ensuring a seamless travel experience. Nationwide, 5.84 million travelers are expected to fly during this period.

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Pearl police officer fired following accusations of theft

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-22 16:28:00

SUMMARY: A Pearl police officer has been fired and is accused of stealing money, although no criminal charges have been filed. Chief Nick McLendon reported that the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into the allegations, which surfaced on Monday. The officer was placed on administrative leave while McLendon sought termination approval from the city’s Board of Aldermen, which was granted. McLendon emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement, stating that the officer should be presumed innocent until proven guilty while the investigation continues.

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Jackson councilman calls for mayor to take leave of absence amid corruption investigation

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-11-22 14:01:00

SUMMARY: Amid a bribery investigation in Jackson, Mississippi, Councilman Kenneth Stokes is urging Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba to take a leave of absence and consider a plea deal after pleading not guilty to federal corruption charges. Stokes argues that the investigation, which has already led to indictments of four officials, is hindering city progress and eroding public trust. With a trial set for January 2025, Stokes believes Lumumba should prioritize his family’s well-being and cut a deal. The situation has strained relationships in the city, leading residents to relocate and prompting concerns about potential state intervention due to distrust in city leadership.

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