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Six sports teams at Mississippi State University earned flawless 1,000 academic progress scores, proving student athletes can excel in the classroom and on the field. Every single program at the school exceeded national standards.
Leake Academy's girls basketball team dominated their way to a 23rd state title with a 56-34 victory, extending their winning streak to 14 games. Coach Amanda Hatch now has seven championships in 12 seasons, with an incredible 88% winning percentage.
A worried father's conversation with a Mississippi police sergeant led to a simple car sticker that's now protecting neurodivergent drivers across multiple states. One family's concern sparked a movement that's making traffic stops safer nationwide.
The Mize Bulldogs captured the MHSAA 2A state championship with a victory over East Webster, sparking joyful celebrations across their small Mississippi community. Young athletes celebrated together on the field, creating a moment their town won't soon forget.
After months of cleanup from Winter Storm Fern, two beloved Mississippi state parks are welcoming visitors back just in time for summer. George P. Cossar and Wall Doxey State Parks reopened for reservations this week, offering families a chance to enjoy the outdoors again.
Mississippi is riding an unprecedented economic wave, with state officials announcing another massive 2,000-job project set to be revealed within two months. The state has already shattered records with $66 billion in investments since 2020.
Women in addiction recovery traveled to the Mississippi Capitol to share their stories and advocate for health-centered policies. Their advocacy has already helped pass laws expanding access to life-saving overdose medication.
Amazon just announced another $12 billion investment in central Mississippi, bringing 800 new jobs and raising its two-year commitment to the state to $25 billion. The tech giant is betting big on Mississippi's workforce with data centers and partnerships with local colleges to create high-paying career pathways.
Fifth-seeded Michigan State overcame a halftime deficit and survived a last-second three-point attempt to edge 12th-seeded Colorado State 65-62 in the NCAA Tournament's opening round. Grace VanSlooten's double-double and Kennedy Blair's clutch shooting powered the Spartans' comeback despite facing an inspired underdog playing without their leading scorer.
South Carolina State University's championship victory earned more than a trophy—it made history. For the first time ever, an HBCU flag now flies over the State House dome.
Towering 700 feet above the Mississippi Delta, the state's first wind farm is proving clean energy can work in places experts once thought impossible. The project is lowering electricity costs while pumping millions into rural schools and communities.
A small-town Mississippi high school just made history on the lanes. The Vancleave Bulldogs bowling team brought home their school's first-ever state championship, proving that dedication and teamwork can create unforgettable moments.
The University of Southern Mississippi generated $1.3 billion in economic impact across the state last year, supporting over 10,000 jobs and transforming communities from coast to inland. A new study reveals how one university is fueling prosperity far beyond its classroom walls.
A Mississippi high school baseball team claimed the state 4A championship title in a victory over Poplarville. The win sparked celebrations across the small community.
After a weekend storm left an entire Mississippi town without electricity, grateful residents turned their kitchen into a thank-you mission. City leaders and volunteers in Winona cooked lunch for 170 out-of-state utility workers helping bring their community back to life.
Laniya Williams just received a $500 scholarship from the Mississippi Association of Supervisors, one of 74 students across the state to benefit from the program this year. The Warren County student's achievement reflects a growing investment in the children of county employees.
A basketball coach received a key to the city as she retires after leading her team to a state championship. Laurel, Mississippi celebrated the Lady Tornadoes' incredible season with trophies, plaques, and heartfelt gratitude.
A Vicksburg youth baseball team lost their first two games, then won five straight to capture Mississippi's Class A State Championship. The Small Town Giants sealed their comeback story with a dramatic walk-off victory in the final.
Winston-Salem State's softball team is heading to the championship game after a thrilling 7-5 comeback victory over Bowie State. The Rams held off a fierce seventh-inning rally to secure their spot in Saturday's title game.
Alaska lawmakers are considering making the giant green cabbage the official state vegetable, honoring a farming tradition that produced a world record 138-pound head. The proposal celebrates the state's thriving agricultural community and its oversized produce champions.
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