SUMMARY: For the first time in history, both Mississippi State and Ole Miss are projected to make the NCAA Tournament in men’s and women’s basketball. Mississippi State’s Josh Hubbard, a sophomore guard, retained his Howell Trophy and led the Bulldogs to an 8-10 SEC record. Ole Miss’ Sean Pedulla, a third-team All-SEC member, played a key role in the Rebels’ offense. On the women’s side, Ole Miss guard Madison Scott won the Gillom Trophy, with Mississippi State’s Jerkaila Jordan also earning second-team honors. Both teams are expected to be in March Madness, with Ole Miss projected as a No. 4 seed and Mississippi State as a No. 9.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi State University held a groundbreaking for its Northern Gulf Aquatic Science Lab at the Sunplex Industrial Complex in Ocean Springs, marking the establishment of a unique facility dedicated to aquatic food safety and quality assessment. This initiative is part of Jackson County’s “Industry 4.0” plan, aiming to enhance economic growth through research and development. The lab will provide local seafood processors, who currently rely on distant laboratories, with essential testing capabilities for pathogens and toxins, addressing a critical need in Mississippi’s seafood industry, which contributes over $300 million to the state’s economy.

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SUMMARY: The 42nd annual Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade & Festival will take place in downtown Jackson on March 22, drawing an estimated 70,000 attendees. The event features a “green Mardi Gras” parade, a children’s parade, a pet parade, and a lively afterparty. Festivities kick off March 15 with the “Run the Rainbow” race and continue with “The Stomp” on March 21. On parade day, the Family Festival begins at 9 a.m., followed by the MARL Pet Parade at 10 a.m. and the Children’s Parade at 11 a.m. Bluesman Jesse Robinson will be the Grand Marshal for the main parade at 1 p.m., with afterparty entertainment at Hal & Mal’s.

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