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BREAKING NEWS
Starkville Yellow Jackets Secure Victory Over Louisville Wildcats
Starkville, September 21, 2025 News Summary The Starkville Yellow Jackets achieved a significant 36-16 victory against the Louisville Wildcats, improving their season record to 3-1. The Jackets showcased a strong defensive...
Mississippi High School Football Week 4 Highlights
Mississippi, September 21, 2025 News Summary Week 4 of Mississippi high school football featured 113 scheduled games, including intense matchups between ranked teams. No. 4 Ocean Springs faced No. 5 Picayune,...
Mississippi State University Dominates Northern Illinois in Starkville
Starkville, September 21, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State University (MSU) showcased their football prowess with a decisive 38-10 victory over Northern Illinois University (NIU). This win marked MSU’s clean sweep in...
Starkville Surpasses Sales Tax Projections while Columbus Falls Short
Starkville, September 20, 2025 News Summary Starkville has reported strong financial performance for fiscal year 2025, surpassing sales tax projections with $10.21 million, a 12.47% increase from the prior year. Meanwhile,...
Seth Davis Shines in Mississippi State’s Historic Victory
Starkville MS, September 17, 2025 News Summary Seth Davis made a triumphant return to football, scoring a 23-yard touchdown in Mississippi State’s dominant 63-0 win over Alcorn State. The game, notable...
Mississippi State Bulldogs Dominate Alcorn State Braves 63-0
Starkville MS, September 16, 2025 News Summary In a stellar performance, the Mississippi State Bulldogs shut out the Alcorn State Braves 63-0 during Week 3 of the college football season. This...
BUSINESS
New Indoor Pickleball Facility PKL ROW Set to Open in Starkville
Starkville MS, September 19, 2025 News Summary PKL ROW, a new indoor pickleball facility, is set to launch this spring in Starkville, MS, featuring 12 courts and a bar. Local entrepreneurs...
Baptist Memorial Health Acquires OCH Regional Medical Center
Starkville, September 19, 2025 News Summary Baptist Memorial Health has acquired OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville, Mississippi, committing $55 million for the purchase and an additional $96.8 million for improvements....
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...
Events/What's Happening
Mississippi State Football Aims for 4-0 Start
Starkville MS, September 21, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs are gearing up for a significant matchup against Northern Illinois in Starkville, as they seek to achieve a 4-0 record...
Mississippi State Aims to Extend Winning Streak Against NIU
Starkville MS, September 20, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State University (MSU) prepares to take on Northern Illinois University (NIU) in a crucial nonconference football game. The Bulldogs, riding a robust 3-0...
Mississippi State Bulldogs Prepare for Showdown with Northern Illinois Huskies
Starkville MS, September 20, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs are gearing up for an exciting football clash against the Northern Illinois Huskies in Starkville. Coming off a dominant 63-0...
Mississippi State Bulldogs Preparing for Northern Illinois Huskies Showdown
Starkville MS, September 20, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs are set to face the Northern Illinois Huskies in their fourth game of the season. With a perfect record of...
Mississippi State Claims Victory and Rises in Rankings
Starkville MS, September 18, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs registered an impressive 3-2 victory over the top-ranked Tennessee Volunteers, propelling them to No. 12 in the latest United Soccer...
Anticipation Builds for Mississippi State Baseball Season
Starkville MS, September 18, 2025 News Summary As baseball fans in Starkville await the upcoming season, excitement is high for the Mississippi State baseball team. With a roster filled with experienced...
Bulldogs Welcome Top 2027 Prospect Sullivan Reed
Starkville MS, September 17, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State Baseball has secured a commitment from Sullivan Reed, a standout player from Lamar High School, for the 2027 season. Reed, ranked as...
Bulldogs Set to Face Huskies in Starkville Showdown
Starkville MS, September 17, 2025 News Summary This Saturday, Starkville, Mississippi will witness the first-ever football matchup between the Mississippi State Bulldogs and the Northern Illinois Huskies. The Bulldogs, currently 3-0,...
Northern Illinois Huskies Prepare for Mississippi State Matchup
Starkville MS, September 16, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs (3-0) are set to face the Northern Illinois Huskies (1-1) in a highly anticipated college football game at Davis Wade...
CRIME
30 Arrested in Drug Trafficking Operation in Oktibbeha County
Oktibbeha County, September 13, 2025 News Summary A major law enforcement initiative, Operation Cottonmouth, has resulted in the arrests of 30 individuals involved in drug trafficking across Oktibbeha County. The operation...
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...
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
Mississippi State Football Aims for 4-0 Start
Starkville MS, September 21, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs are gearing up for a significant matchup against Northern Illinois in Starkville, as they seek to achieve a 4-0 record...
Mississippi State Aims to Extend Winning Streak Against NIU
Starkville MS, September 20, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State University (MSU) prepares to take on Northern Illinois University (NIU) in a crucial nonconference football game. The Bulldogs, riding a robust 3-0...
Mississippi State Bulldogs Prepare for Showdown with Northern Illinois Huskies
Starkville MS, September 20, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs are gearing up for an exciting football clash against the Northern Illinois Huskies in Starkville. Coming off a dominant 63-0...
Mississippi State Bulldogs Preparing for Northern Illinois Huskies Showdown
Starkville MS, September 20, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs are set to face the Northern Illinois Huskies in their fourth game of the season. With a perfect record of...
Mississippi State Claims Victory and Rises in Rankings
Starkville MS, September 18, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs registered an impressive 3-2 victory over the top-ranked Tennessee Volunteers, propelling them to No. 12 in the latest United Soccer...
Anticipation Builds for Mississippi State Baseball Season
Starkville MS, September 18, 2025 News Summary As baseball fans in Starkville await the upcoming season, excitement is high for the Mississippi State baseball team. With a roster filled with experienced...
Bulldogs Welcome Top 2027 Prospect Sullivan Reed
Starkville MS, September 17, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State Baseball has secured a commitment from Sullivan Reed, a standout player from Lamar High School, for the 2027 season. Reed, ranked as...
Bulldogs Set to Face Huskies in Starkville Showdown
Starkville MS, September 17, 2025 News Summary This Saturday, Starkville, Mississippi will witness the first-ever football matchup between the Mississippi State Bulldogs and the Northern Illinois Huskies. The Bulldogs, currently 3-0,...
Northern Illinois Huskies Prepare for Mississippi State Matchup
Starkville MS, September 16, 2025 News Summary The Mississippi State Bulldogs (3-0) are set to face the Northern Illinois Huskies (1-1) in a highly anticipated college football game at Davis Wade...