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Starkville and Bay St. Louis in running for ‘Best Small Town in the South’

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1 year ago

March 20, 2024

www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-03-20 12:38:11

SUMMARY: Two Mississippi towns are competing for the title “Best Small Town in the South” by USA Today. Starkville leads the poll, celebrated for its vibrant arts scene, historic districts, and the Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library. In contrast, Bay St. Louis, a coastal town praised by Southern Living, lags behind but is recognized for its distinct culture, folk art museum, and local attractions like boat tours and the Little Theatre. The voting ends on April 1, and readers are encouraged to cast their votes online. Residents are urged to sign up for a newsletter to stay informed about Mississippi news.

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Southern Miss, Ole Miss both stay put in D1Baseball Top 25

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2 hours ago

April 28, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2025-04-28 11:19:00

SUMMARY: No. 22 Southern Miss and No. 23 Ole Miss maintained their spots in the latest D1Baseball rankings. Southern Miss went 4-0, securing a road sweep of Appalachian State, highlighted by Nick Monistere’s walk-off home run. Their ace, JB Middleton, threw a complete game in a 10-2 win. Ole Miss bounced back with a series win over No. 9 Vanderbilt after beating Mississippi State in the Governor’s Cup. They won the first two games of the series, 8-3 and 7-1, before Vanderbilt salvaged the finale with a 13-0 win. Both teams continue their season with midweek games and upcoming conference matchups.

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Pepsi Pops returning to Ridgeland on May 9, promising symphonic outdoor fun

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3 days ago

April 25, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-04-25 21:15:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s Pepsi Pops concert is set for May 9 at Old Trace Park, celebrating its 44th year. This outdoor event features a variety of music, including Broadway hits and tributes to Elvis Presley, complemented by food from local vendors and a fireworks finale. Attendees can enjoy performances by the Mississippi Youth Symphony Orchestra and David Keary & Friends before the main show at 7:30 p.m., emceed by WLBT’s Maggie Wade and restaurateur Jeff Good. Tickets are $15 in advance, with special rates for students and VIP parking available. Picnicking is encouraged, although glass and alcohol are not allowed.

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Tyler Perry’s new Netflix series about a Mississippi lieutenant governor

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3 days ago

April 25, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-04-25 15:57:00

SUMMARY: Tyler Perry’s new Netflix comedy series, *She The People*, will be set in Mississippi, following the story of Antoinette Dunkerson (played by Terri J. Vaughn), the state’s first Black female lieutenant governor. The series explores her efforts to navigate a sexist, condescending governor while managing her family’s newfound public life. Mississippi has never had a Black or Black female lieutenant governor, though it has had two female lieutenant governors. Produced by Niya Palmer, Vaughn, and Keisha Lance Bottoms, the series will release its first eight episodes on May 22, with the second batch airing on August 14.

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