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1 month ago
See what Mississippi political leaders had to say about President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address.
President Donald Trump (R) delivered his first official State of the Union address since taking office in his second term on Tuesday evening. It was the longest-ever such address given by a president.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
1 month ago
Robert Wise has written another lengthy article criticizing Trump. {NSS 2/20} He blames the administration for allowing a nameless staffer for making a despicable post in the wee hours of the morning. Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary gave good advice: "Please stop the fake outrage.": Anyone with an open mind would know that Trump is not a racist as evidenced by his recent celebration of Black History Month in the White House.
By Peter Gilderson on
1 month ago
The Music Minister stopped rehearsal and shouted at the choir. These are words, people. Don't let a pretty song drown out the words. Words have meaning.
By BENTLEY CONNER on
1 month ago
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1 month 1 week ago
Senate Bill 2522 would create a program to help cover tuition and books for students seeking to earn an associate degree or credential that could lead to in-demand careers.
To address Mississippi’s workforce shortage, some lawmakers are considering a bill that would create a program to help eligible students better afford an associate degree or professional credential in in-demand industries at the state’s community colleges.
By Candice Wilder - Mississippi Today on
1 month 1 week ago
Two weekends into it, the college baseball season is but a puppy. Nevertheless, we can make at least one observation:
Our Mississippi teams have really high ceilings. They can play ball. Omaha is not out of the question for any of the three.
By Rick Cleveland - Mississippi Today on
1 month 1 week ago
Mayors throughout the Delta and hill country took part in a panel discussion about economic development, held Thursday morning at Mississippi Valley State University. From left are Lesia Williams-Hemphill of Vaiden, Kenneth Featherstone of Indianola, Alfonzo White of Duck Hill, Mary Tyes-Williams of Itta Bena and Kenderick Cox of Greenwood.
Collaboration with other municipalities, bolstering infrastructure and ensuring that young professionals stay to build careers were among some of the solutions that area mayors proposed to help reinvigorate their towns during a panel discussion Thursday.
By GERARD EDIC - The Greenwood Commonwealth/Report for America on
1 month 1 week ago
Below is a religion column by Matt Friedeman:
“Deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Me.” Designating a special time every year to remind ourselves what that means for our lives may not be such a bad idea.
With the rhythm of the church year also comes a rhythm of personal editorials on social media about these ecclesiastical seasons.
For instance, Lent.
By Matt Friedeman - Magnolia Tribune on
1 month 1 week ago
Robert St. John reflects on his son’s choice to build a life in the business his father gave his life to.
Most people know they need to try other restaurants when they’re in a great food city. So do I. And yet every time the tortilla soup arrives at Frontera Grill, that plan is out the window.
By Robert St. John on
1 month 1 week ago
Below is an opinion column by Laurie Cox:
Communities flourish when all their children can learn in an environment well-suited to their individual needs.
I am a former public school teacher of more than 30 years and a member of the school board in the Florida county where I live. Public schooling is in my blood; I am a product of our public schools and I’m very proud of the many, many students who’ve benefited from the public schools where I grew up and taught.
By Laurie Cox - Magnolia Tribune on
1 month 1 week ago
Michael James, a transfer from Meridian Community College, had the game-winner for Mississippi Valley State on Saturday against Texas Southern at home.
Michael James, a transfer from Meridian Community College and product of H.W. Byers High School in Byhalia, has emerged as the leader of the Mississippi Valley State University men’s basketball team this season.
The 6-foot-1 junior lifted the Delta Devils to victory Saturday, only their second of the season, as he stole the in-bounds pass with seconds remaining on the clock to help MVSU claim a 72-71 Southwestern Athletic Conference win over visiting Texas Southern at the Harrison HPER Complex in Itta Bena.
By Calvin Stevens on
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House speaker Jason White addressed the Stennis Press Forum at Hal & Mal's in downtown Jackson this week, laying out his plans for the legislative session and how the House of Representatives will work with the Senate over the next few weeks.
White addressed school choice, PERS, teacher pay raises, Pharmacy Benefits Manager legislation and a host of other issues.
By Wyatt Emmerich on
1 month 1 week ago
ATLANTA – Local governments and certain nonprofit organizations in 18 Mississippi counties are now eligible for Public Assistance grants to support debris removal and permanent work to repair public facilities damaged by the January winter storm.
The newly eligible counties are Adams, Attala, Benton, Claiborne, Jefferson, Lafayette, Lee, Marshall, Panola, Pontotoc, Prentiss, Quitman, Tallahatchie, Tate, Tippah, Tishomingo, Union and Yalobusha. These counties were previously approved for federal funding for emergency protective measures, including direct federal assistance.
By PRESS RELEASE - FEMA on
1 month 1 week ago
The Winona Chrisitan School Stars finished the basketball season with a 65-34 loss to West Memphis (Ark.) Christian on Feb. 3, in the North AAA Tournament held at Oak Hill Academy in West Point.
With the loss, Coach Joey Johnson’s Stars finished the season with an 11-7 mark.
On the girls side, the Lady Stars finished with a 6-16 record. Greg Watkins’ girls were scheduled to play in the Class AAA, District 2, but Winter Storm Fern forced the tournament cancellation with the Top 4 moving on to the North AAA, which ended the season for WCS at 6-16.
By Chuck Hathcock - Sports Writer on
1 month 1 week ago
The J.Z. George High School softball and baseball programs will be hosting a Meet the Jags and Hit-A-Thon fundraiser to help support both programs in their upcoming seasons.
This will be an opportunity for players to participate in a fun event while helping their programs by signing up family, friends, neighbors and local businesses as sponsors.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
1 month 1 week ago
Photo by Becky Dees, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
The Winona High School baseball team opened its 2026 season under first-year coach Steven Helms last week by going 1-1.
The Tigers started with a 20-4 rout of visiting Amanda Elzy on Friday. They tallied two runs in the first frame and 18 in the second, only collecting five hits but taking advantage of 12 walks and five hit by pitches by Elzy pitching. Jake Pearson got the win in relief of starter Alejandro White. Pearson went 2 2/3 innings, allowing two runs, walking four and striking out seven. White got just one out in the first, allowed two runs and walked three.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
1 month 1 week ago
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In Mississippi
1. National Guard conducting Sentry South exercises until March 6
Mississippi residents could see military activity in the skies over the next two weeks.
By Magnolia Tribune Staff on
1 month 1 week ago
The Carroll Academy baseball team opened its season with a 12-0 loss at Washington School last Tuesday.
The Generals plated six runs in the first, three in the second, two in the third and one in the fourth.
Reed Thomas had two singles for Carroll, and Hayes White (0-1) took the loss on the mound. He went 1 1/3 innings, allowing eight runs on four hits, walking four. Cole Beckwith relieved and went 1 2/3 innings, giving up three runs on four hits, walking one and striking out four. Jake Truitt got the final out but not before giving up one run on one hit and walking one.
By Calvin Stevens - Sports Writer on
1 month 1 week ago
What if no one came . . . to help?
What if no one offered a hot meal to those who had no way to heat their home or prepare food?
What if no one brought supplies for the sick and the babies?
What if no heavy machine arrived to do what a man and his chain saw couldn’t?
What if no one checked on you to be sure you had some kind of heat or helped get you to a place that was warm? Brought water?
By Connie Bunch - Columnist on
