Starkville News
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BREAKING NEWS
Starkville Minor League Teams Win South State Championships
News Summary Starkville celebrates a remarkable achievement with its minor league teams sweeping the South State Championship titles in the Dizzy Dean Baseball league. The 10-year-old, 8-year-old, and 6-year-old teams...
New Talent Joins Mississippi State Baseball Team
News Summary Mississippi State University’s baseball team is enhancing its roster under new head coach Brian O’Connor with several talented recruits and transfers. Key additions include high school pitching prospect...
Community Leader Fred Bell Passes Away at 88
News Summary Fred Bell, a prominent community leader and philanthropist from Columbus, MS, has passed away at the age of 88. His significant contributions to local organizations and charitable initiatives...
Starkville White All-Star Teams Win South State Titles
News Summary The Starkville White 8-year-old and 6-year-old Dizzy Dean All-Star teams achieved remarkable victories, both securing South State titles through undefeated runs in their respective tournaments. The 8U team...
New Charitable Fund Established for Henderson Ward Stewart Elementary
News Summary Dr. Jonelle Knox has launched a charitable fund honoring his great-grandmother, Rosa Stewart, to benefit students at Henderson Ward Stewart Elementary School. The fund will provide an annual...
Mississippi State University Offers Scholarship to 2028 Recruit
News Summary Mississippi State University has extended a scholarship offer to Erick Dampier Jr., a top 2028 basketball recruit known for his impressive skills and family legacy. The 15-year-old, standing...
BUSINESS
Columbus Honors Main Street Revitalization Achievements
News Summary Columbus, Mississippi recently celebrated its Main Street communities for their significant advances in revitalization and economic development. The awards ceremony, hosted by the Mississippi Main Street Association, recognized...
Starkville Performance Center Celebrates Six Months of Success
News Summary The Starkville Performance Center, which opened on November 15, has quickly become a key player in the local baseball scene. Catering to youth teams and community members, it...
TSB Realty Brokers Sale of HELiX Starkville Student Housing
News Summary TSB Realty has facilitated the sale of HELiX Starkville, an 802-bed student housing community near Mississippi State University. Sold by Columbus Pacific to a joint venture, the property...
Top Golf Courses Revealed in Mississippi and Ohio
News Summary Golf Digest has released the rankings of the top golf courses in Mississippi and Ohio for the latest period. Despite Mississippi having fewer top-tier courses, it features prestigious...
Starkville Strong Initiates The Stronghold Community Hub Plans
News Summary Starkville Strong is developing The Stronghold, a community center aimed at centralizing support services for residents by 2027. This project will include a food pantry, shelters, job placement...
Mississippi State University Plans $60 Million Indoor Football Facility
News Summary Mississippi State University has announced a $60 million indoor football practice facility designed to enhance training for its football team. Scheduled to break ground in 2027, the facility...
New Taste Restaurant Set to Open in Ridgeland
News Summary A new Taste restaurant will open in Ridgeland, replacing Enzo Osteria, which is closing in September. Located at the Renaissance at Colony Park, the restaurant will focus on...
Mississippi State’s Athletic Director Secures Contract Extension
News Summary Mississippi State’s athletic director, Zac Selmon, has secured a contract extension until 2029, significantly increasing his annual compensation. Selmon has made impactful decisions since taking over in 2023,...
Zac Selmon Signs Contract Extension for Mississippi State Athletics
News Summary Zac Selmon, the athletic director for Mississippi State, has secured a contract extension through 2029, including a salary increase. Since his appointment, Selmon has significantly impacted the athletics...
Events/What's Happening
Mississippi State Baseball Players Invited to National Camp
News Summary Two standout players from Mississippi State University, Ace Reese and Tomas Valincius, have been invited to the USA Baseball Collegiate National Training Camp. This opportunity is rare, with...
Mississippi State Football Program Hosts Recruiting Weekend
News Summary The Mississippi State football program recently held a highly successful recruiting weekend in Starkville, attracting top talent from the region and resulting in notable verbal commitments. Prospects experienced...
Empowering Young Minds in Starkville
News Summary Starkville, Mississippi, recently hosted the Life Skills Academy, aimed at equipping boys aged ten to eighteen with essential life skills. Organized by the Delta Upsilon Sigma chapter of...
Mississippi State Welcomes Future Athletes During Recruiting Weekend
News Summary This past weekend, Mississippi State hosted a bustling recruiting event in Starkville, drawing aspiring athletes eager to become Bulldogs. Notable recruits included 2026 commitments Charles Humphrey and Adam...
Peaceful Protests in Gulfport Call for Change
News Summary Gulfport, Mississippi became a hub for social justice as hundreds participated in the ‘No Kings’ Day of Defiance protest. Organized by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Mutual Aid Collective,...
Mississippi’s Vibrant Protests Unite Against Trump
News Summary On a sunny Saturday, locals in Jackson, Mississippi, celebrated ‘No Kings Day’ with colorful protests against President Trump’s administration. The event amplified voices for social justice, attracting over...
Demonstrations and Heartache in Athens
News Summary Athens residents are preparing for nationwide ‘No Kings’ demonstrations this Saturday, highlighting their opposition to perceived authoritarianism. Simultaneously, the community mourns the tragic loss of a cherished family...
Mississippi Prepares for ‘No Kings’ Protests
News Summary Mississippi is gearing up for the ‘No Kings’ protests on June 14, coinciding with President Trump’s military parade and birthday. Organizers, including progressive groups, aim to oppose government...
Starkville Joins the Nationwide ‘No Kings’ Protests
News Summary On June 14, Starkville will host the ‘No Kings’ protests, part of a larger movement across 1,800 locations in the U.S. Residents aim to address governmental overreach, especially...
CRIME
Three Men Arrested for Fraudulent Lawn Tractor Purchase in Alabama
News Summary Three men from Charlotte, North Carolina, have been arrested after attempting to purchase multiple lawn tractors using fraudulent identification and loan documents at Beshears Tractor in Oxford, Alabama....
Tragic Motorcycle Accident Claims Life in Starkville
News Summary A motorcycle accident on Sunday evening in Starkville resulted in the death of 37-year-old Jeremy Spiers from Richton, Mississippi. The crash occurred when Spiers’ motorcycle collided with the...
Authorities Seek Help to Locate Missing Pontotoc Man
News Summary Authorities in Pontotoc County are calling for public assistance to find Terry Lee Bennett, a 41-year-old man who has been missing since May 11. His family reported him...
Columbus Man Sentenced for Manslaughter in Racing Incident
News Summary Dustin Wayne Gwathney, a 25-year-old from Columbus, has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for manslaughter following a fatal racing accident that claimed the life of 45-year-old...
Two Fatalities in Starkville Shooting at Quality Inn
News Summary A tragic shooting at the Quality Inn in Starkville, Mississippi, resulted in the deaths of two men, Veshawn Williams and Robert Mayfield. The incident, triggered by a physical...
Handgun Discovered in Starkville Elementary School
News Summary A handgun was found in a student’s backpack at Henderson Ward Stewart Elementary School in Starkville, Mississippi. The weapon was discovered after another student alerted staff, prompting a...
POLITICS
Lynn Spruill Defeats Roger Bassett in Starkville Mayoral Race
News Summary Democrat Lynn Spruill has been re-elected as Mayor of Starkville for a third term, winning with 82.27% of the votes against Republican challenger Roger Bassett. Spruill highlighted the...
Lynn Spruill Secures Third Term as Starkville Mayor
News Summary Lynn Spruill has unofficially won the mayoral election in Starkville, receiving over 80% of the votes. With 1,823 votes against Roger Bassett’s 393, Spruill’s victory marks a significant...
Mississippi Hosts Municipal Elections with Key Races
News Summary Residents across Mississippi participated in municipal elections, deciding on local leadership and key legislation. Contested mayoral races in cities like Amory, Starkville, and Columbus highlighted the significance of...
Brian O’Connor Named Head Coach of Mississippi State Baseball
News Summary Mississippi State has appointed Brian O’Connor as the new head coach of its baseball program, marking a new chapter after the dismissal of Chris Lemonis. O’Connor comes with...
Danish Man Detained by ICE Over Miscommunication in Louisiana
News Summary Kasper Juul Eriksen, a 32-year-old Danish man, has been held in ICE custody for over a month following a paperwork misunderstanding during his citizenship interview. Having legally resided...
Starkville Commemorates Johnny Cash’s Arrest with Marker
News Summary Starkville, Mississippi, celebrated the legacy of country music legend Johnny Cash by unveiling a commemorative plaque on the anniversary of his historic arrest for public drunkenness. The plaque,...
Funding Crisis Threatens Family Planning Clinics in Mississippi
News Summary Nearly 100 clinics in Mississippi face severe financial challenges after the federal government halted Title X funds, critical for family planning services. Clinics like Five Horizons Health Services...
MSU Student Claire Green Awarded Truman Scholarship
News Summary Claire Green, a junior from Mississippi State University, has been awarded the prestigious Harry S. Truman Scholarship. Selected from a competitive pool of 743 applicants nationwide, she stands...
MSU Secures $750,000 Grant for Gulf Coast Research
News Summary Mississippi State University has received a nearly $750,000 grant from the Gulf Research Program to advance collaborative research addressing challenges in the Gulf Coast region. The funding will...
SPORTS
Mississippi State Baseball Players Invited to National Camp
News Summary Two standout players from Mississippi State University, Ace Reese and Tomas Valincius, have been invited to the USA Baseball Collegiate National Training Camp. This opportunity is rare, with...
Mississippi State Football Program Hosts Recruiting Weekend
News Summary The Mississippi State football program recently held a highly successful recruiting weekend in Starkville, attracting top talent from the region and resulting in notable verbal commitments. Prospects experienced...
Mississippi State Welcomes Future Athletes During Recruiting Weekend
News Summary This past weekend, Mississippi State hosted a bustling recruiting event in Starkville, drawing aspiring athletes eager to become Bulldogs. Notable recruits included 2026 commitments Charles Humphrey and Adam...
Mississippi State and Texas A&M Prepare for Major Recruiting Weekend
News Summary As college football recruiting season kicks off, Mississippi State and Texas A&M are ready to attract top-tier talent. Mississippi State is focusing on standout offensive line recruits while...
Brian O’Connor Hired as Mississippi State’s New Baseball Coach
News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs have officially announced the hiring of Brian O’Connor as their new head baseball coach. Following a disappointing end to the season, O’Connor, who has...
Mississippi State Baseball Makes Comeback to NCAA Tournament
News Summary Mississippi State baseball is set to return to the NCAA Tournament for its 41st appearance, earning a No. 3 seed in the Tallahassee Regional. The Bulldogs, under interim...
Mississippi State Baseball Prepares for NCAA Tournament
News Summary Mississippi State baseball is excited to compete in the NCAA Tournament for the second consecutive year. The Bulldogs have secured the No. 3 seed in the Tallahassee Regional...
Mississippi State Baseball Gears Up for NCAA Tournament
News Summary Excitement is palpable in Starkville as Mississippi State baseball prepares for the NCAA Tournament. With rising expectations following a strong finish to their season, fans are eager to...
Mississippi State Baseball Eagerly Awaits NCAA Tournament Assignment
News Summary The Mississippi State baseball team is buzzing with anticipation as they await their NCAA tournament fate. With a strong record and critical seeding potential, fans are excited for...
