Starkville News
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BREAKING NEWS
Discipline Concerns Rise in Mississippi College Football Teams
Starkville MS, August 29, 2025 News Summary The Action Network’s recent data analysis reveals that Mississippi State University and Ole Miss rank as two of the dirtiest college football teams in...
Shooting Incident in Starkville Leaves Victim Critical
Starkville, August 29, 2025 News Summary A shocking shooting incident in Starkville has led to a 21-year-old man, Marshall Overstreet, being charged with attempted murder. The shooting took place at the...
Starkville Police Arrest Suspect in Attempted Murder Case
Starkville, August 28, 2025 News Summary Starkville police have arrested 21-year-old Marshall Overstreet for attempted murder after a shooting incident left one individual in critical condition. The incident occurred at The...
Mississippi State Bulldogs Upset No. 10 Wake Forest in Soccer
Starkville MS, August 27, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs achieved a significant upset by defeating the No. 10 Wake Forest soccer team 2-1, improving their season record to 2-0....
Blake Shapen Returns to Lead Mississippi State Bulldogs
Starkville MS, August 27, 2025 News Summary Blake Shapen, the Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback, makes his return after a significant shoulder injury sidelined him for nearly a year. As he prepares...
Shooting Incident Near The Social Block in Starkville
Starkville, August 26, 2025 News Summary A shooting near The Social Block apartments in Starkville injured a bystander on Friday night. Local police responded swiftly to reports of gunfire at approximately...
BUSINESS
Golden Triangle Development LINK Seeks New Leadership
Golden Triangle, Mississippi, August 27, 2025 News Summary The Golden Triangle Development LINK is searching for a new CEO after the unexpected departure of Joe Max Higgins Jr. This vital economic...
Baptist Memorial Health Care Acquires OCH Regional Medical Center
Starkville MS, August 22, 2025 News Summary Baptist Memorial Health Care has finalized a $55 million agreement to purchase OCH Regional Medical Center, with plans for a $96.8 million investment to...
BASF Donates Trailer to Enhance Pest Management Training
Starkville MS, August 22, 2025 News Summary BASF Professional & Specialty Solutions has gifted an eight-foot covered trailer to the MSU Extension Urban Entomology Program in Starkville, Mississippi. This donation aims...
Oktibbeha County Board Approves Sale of OCH Regional Medical Center
Starkville MS, August 21, 2025 News Summary The Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors has finalized a $55 million agreement to sell OCH Regional Medical Center to Baptist Memorial Health Care, aiming...
Starkville Unveils Crossroads District Development
Starkville MS, August 21, 2025 News Summary Starkville, Mississippi, is set to transform with the Crossroads District, a 15-acre mixed-use development connecting Mississippi State University and the Cotton District. At the...
MSU Partners with MAX to Enhance Arts Collaboration
News Summary Mississippi State University has formed a partnership with the Mississippi Arts & Entertainment Experience to promote artistic collaboration. The partnership harnesses the strengths of MSU-Starkville and MSU-Meridian in...
Mississippi State University Launches New Entrepreneurship Major
News Summary Mississippi State University has introduced a new major in entrepreneurship within the College of Business, aimed at equipping students with the skills necessary for launching their own businesses...
Mississippi State University Opens New Azalea Hall
News Summary Mississippi State University has announced the opening of Azalea Hall, a $96 million residence facility set to welcome students in the 2025-26 academic year. Located at the intersection...
Prime Dumpster Expands Roll-Off Services in Starkville
News Summary Prime Dumpster has expanded its roll-off dumpster rental services in Starkville to meet the growing waste management demands of the community, particularly amid construction during summer and fall....
Events/What's Happening
Starkville Prepares for Week 2 College Football Clash
Starkville, Mississippi, September 1, 2025 News Summary As fans gear up for an exhilarating college football matchup, the Arizona State Sun Devils will face off against the Mississippi State Bulldogs this...
Philadelphia, Mississippi Remembers Kathy Chester Luke
Philadelphia, Mississippi, August 31, 2025 News Summary The community of Philadelphia, Mississippi, mourns the loss of Kathy Chester Luke, a dedicated educator and beloved matriarch who passed away surrounded by family....
Mississippi State Kicks Off Exciting Football Season
Starkville, MS, August 30, 2025 News Summary As the 2025 football season approaches, Mississippi State is preparing to launch a new season against Southern Miss. With over 60 new players and...
Davis Wade Stadium Undergoing Major Renovations
Starkville MS, August 28, 2025 News Summary Davis Wade Stadium, home to Mississippi State University football, is set to receive significant upgrades before the 2025 season. With a $9 million investment,...
Mississippi State Women’s Soccer Team Set for New Season
Starkville MS, August 28, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State women’s soccer team in Starkville is gearing up for a new season following significant team changes. With only eight returning players,...
New Tailgating Zones Coming to Mississippi State University
Starkville MS, August 26, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State University is making significant upgrades to its tailgating experience for the 2025 football season. With The Junction being transformed into a premium...
Mississippi State University Updates Tailgating Policies
Starkville MS, August 26, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State University has announced changes to its tailgating policies for the upcoming football season. The Junction will no longer serve as a public...
Mississippi State Surprises No. 10 Wake Forest with 2-1 Win
Starkville MS, August 25, 2025 News Summary In a thrilling match, the Mississippi State Bulldogs soccer team stunned the No. 10 Wake Forest Deacons, winning 2-1 at the MSU Soccer Field....
Starkville Hosts the Thrilling Banana Ball World Tour
Starkville MS, August 24, 2025 News Summary Starkville, Mississippi, is gearing up for the Banana Ball World Tour on August 22-23 at Dudy Noble Field. This unique event will feature the...
CRIME
Shooting Incident in Starkville Leaves Victim Critical
Starkville, August 29, 2025 News Summary A shocking shooting incident in Starkville has led to a 21-year-old man, Marshall Overstreet, being charged with attempted murder. The shooting took place at the...
Starkville Police Arrest Suspect in Attempted Murder Case
Starkville, August 28, 2025 News Summary Starkville police have arrested 21-year-old Marshall Overstreet for attempted murder after a shooting incident left one individual in critical condition. The incident occurred at The...
Shooting Incident Near The Social Block in Starkville
Starkville, August 26, 2025 News Summary A shooting near The Social Block apartments in Starkville injured a bystander on Friday night. Local police responded swiftly to reports of gunfire at approximately...
Spike in Apartment Scams Targeting Starkville College Students
News Summary As the new semester approaches, Starkville college students, particularly those at Mississippi State University, face a rising threat from rental scams. The Starkville Police Department has received multiple...
Starkville Woman Charged with First-Degree Murder
News Summary Amiya Brown, a 28-year-old from Starkville, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder following the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend, Tykell Harvey. The incident occurred early Thursday...
Woman Charged with First-Degree Murder in Starkville Stabbing
News Summary Amiya Brown, a 28-year-old woman, has been arrested for the first-degree murder of her boyfriend, Tykell Harvey, following a fatal stabbing incident in Starkville. The stabbing occurred on...
POLITICS
Starkville Welcomes Linebacker Jalen Smith and Art Briles
News Summary Mississippi State University has welcomed linebacker Jalen Smith, who has personal ties to Mississippi, to their football team. Smith, a former Tennessee player, aims to bolster the Bulldogs’...
Mississippi State University Faces Funding Challenges and Coaching Changes
News Summary Mississippi State University is experiencing significant challenges due to potential loss of federal research funding following recent policy changes. This financial strain is impacting essential services, particularly health...
Revision of Mississippi History Textbook for Students
News Summary A significant revision of the state history textbook, “Mississippi: Our History, Our Home,” is set to launch this fall. Co-authored by Kenneth Anthony from Mississippi State University, the...
Top Outfielder Michael Hanna Recommits to Mississippi State
News Summary Michael Hanna, a standout left-handed outfielder, has recommitted to Mississippi State University’s baseball program after a coaching change at Virginia. Originally committed to Virginia, Hanna was influenced by...
Mississippi Board Recommends MSMS Relocation to MSU
News Summary The Mississippi State Board of Education has recommended relocating the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) from MUW to MSU starting in 2026-27, despite public opposition. Most...
Sam Purcell Signs Contract Extension with Mississippi State Women’s Basketball
News Summary Sam Purcell, head coach of the Mississippi State women’s basketball team, has signed a contract extension through the 2028-29 season. Entering his fourth year, Purcell has led the...
Blake Shapen Receives Philanthropic Spirit Award
News Summary Blake Shapen, starting quarterback for Mississippi State University, has been honored with the Philanthropic Spirit Award by the NIL Store. This award celebrates athletes for their philanthropic contributions...
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...
SPORTS
Starkville Prepares for Week 2 College Football Clash
Starkville, Mississippi, September 1, 2025 News Summary As fans gear up for an exhilarating college football matchup, the Arizona State Sun Devils will face off against the Mississippi State Bulldogs this...
Mississippi State Kicks Off Exciting Football Season
Starkville, MS, August 30, 2025 News Summary As the 2025 football season approaches, Mississippi State is preparing to launch a new season against Southern Miss. With over 60 new players and...
Davis Wade Stadium Undergoing Major Renovations
Starkville MS, August 28, 2025 News Summary Davis Wade Stadium, home to Mississippi State University football, is set to receive significant upgrades before the 2025 season. With a $9 million investment,...
Mississippi State Women’s Soccer Team Set for New Season
Starkville MS, August 28, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State women’s soccer team in Starkville is gearing up for a new season following significant team changes. With only eight returning players,...
New Tailgating Zones Coming to Mississippi State University
Starkville MS, August 26, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State University is making significant upgrades to its tailgating experience for the 2025 football season. With The Junction being transformed into a premium...
Mississippi State University Updates Tailgating Policies
Starkville MS, August 26, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State University has announced changes to its tailgating policies for the upcoming football season. The Junction will no longer serve as a public...
Mississippi State Surprises No. 10 Wake Forest with 2-1 Win
Starkville MS, August 25, 2025 News Summary In a thrilling match, the Mississippi State Bulldogs soccer team stunned the No. 10 Wake Forest Deacons, winning 2-1 at the MSU Soccer Field....
Starkville Hosts the Thrilling Banana Ball World Tour
Starkville MS, August 24, 2025 News Summary Starkville, Mississippi, is gearing up for the Banana Ball World Tour on August 22-23 at Dudy Noble Field. This unique event will feature the...
Fall Exhibition Game in Starkville Featuring Mississippi State Baseball
Starkville, August 22, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State baseball will host a fall exhibition game against Louisiana Tech on November 1 at Dudy Noble Field. Admission is free and gates open...