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Work begins as Mississippi prepares for first Buc-ee’s
SUMMARY: Construction has begun on Mississippi’s first Buc-ee’s, a popular road stop that is expected to bring increased traffic to the area. The store is projected to be 70,000 square feet, larger than any of the four locations in neighboring Alabama. Buc-ee’s is known for its positive impact on the local economy, creating nearly 200 jobs with above-average pay. Despite being the world’s largest gas station, Buc-ee’s does not cater to big rigs and does not offer gas pumps for 18-wheelers. The store is also well-known for its clean bathrooms, extensive food selection, and world records, such as having the longest car wash. The grand opening is scheduled for December 2024.
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‘Shoutout to Laurel and my mother’: Mississippian stars in HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’
SUMMARY: Parker Posey plays Victoria Ratliff, a Southern matriarch in HBO’s The White Lotus, drawing on her Southern roots for the role. Born in Maryland and raised in Louisiana and Mississippi, Posey attended R.H. Watkins High School in Laurel, where her mother still resides. In interviews, she shared how her upbringing influenced her character’s long accent and personality, inspired by wealthy Southerners and theatrical influences like Tennessee Williams. Recognized as the “Queen of the Indies” following her work in films like Dazed and Confused, Posey continues to shine in her role on The White Lotus, airing Sundays on HBO.
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Ole Miss frontman Chris Beard named Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year following historic season
SUMMARY: Ole Miss head basketball coach Chris Beard received the 2025 Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year award after leading the Rebels to their second Sweet 16 appearance and first in 25 years, finishing the season with a 24-12 record. After a stronger second season, Beard enhanced his veteran roster with talented transfers. Ole Miss achieved its best SEC record in six years, including wins over top-ranked teams Alabama and Tennessee. Despite a narrow loss to Michigan State in the NCAA tournament, Beard is already engaging with top prospects in the transfer portal, aiming for continued success.
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Mississippi ranks second nationally in 2024 for real GDP growth
SUMMARY: A new report from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis reveals that Mississippi ranked No. 2 in the nation for real GDP growth in 2024, with a 4.2% growth rate, equating to a $1.27 billion increase. Governor Tate Reeves highlighted the state’s strong economic momentum, citing the agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting sectors as key contributors. Mississippi also saw significant growth in manufacturing, ranked first in net earnings, and reduced government assistance payments. Mississippi’s pro-business policies and strategic investments are credited with fostering long-term economic success and creating new opportunities.
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