Attala County Library Postpones Author Event to November 16

The Attala County Library has announced a schedule change for its upcoming book signing with Mississippi author and snake expert Terry L. Vandeventer. Originally scheduled for October 19th, the event has been postponed and will now take place Monday, Nov. 16. Vandeventer will be visiting the library to discuss his...

More Than a Crop: MSU historian’s new book examines cotton’s place in Southern history

Mississippi State University historian James C. “Jim” Giesen’s latest book explores the cultural, environmental and economic influence of cotton on the American South and its people. Released this month by University of Georgia Press, “The Land of Cotton: Culture, Landscape, and the Fabric of Southern History,” examines...

Cook of the Week lookback: Annie Chestnut

The now-late Annie Chestnut was featured as Cook of the Week 37 years ago on Sept. 27, 1989. When you see a need in an area and you can fill that need, do it. Those were the feelings of Annie Chestnut when she returned to her hometown of Philadelphia in 1964.

A celebration of the Gulf South’s King of Rock and Roll

In this week's episode of the Gulf States Gumbo, community engagement reporter Elise Catrion Gregg hosts a double feature looking at how Mississippi celebrates Elvis Presley — Tupelo's native son and the King of Rock and Roll. Joining her is Nick Perkins, an Elvis Tribute Artist and the 2018...

Heartland Sports on The Breakfast Show 10/11

Interview: Chickasaw Inkana Foundation to hold wreath laying ceremony on Piominko Day

The Chickasaw Inkana Foundation will hold its annual wreath laying ceremony on Piominko Day on Monday, Oct. 12.

Mystery illness forces final round cancellation of college golf event in Mississippi

The final round of The Ally was canceled Wednesday due to a scary situation involving an unknown illness affecting most of the teams in the field. At least 13 of the 17 teams were experiencing symptoms from diarrhea, vomiting and other issues. Players and coaches were affected, and the worry amongst coaches and officials was whatever the mystery illness was, it could be contagious. "We don’t know the source of the illness but we fear it may be contagious and that was the scariest part about playing the final round," Mississippi State coach Charlie Ewing told Golfweek . The Bulldogs were tournament hosts at Old Waverly in West Point, Mississippi. Coaches were worried about sick players trying to push through the final round and getting more sick or risking those still healthy also catching symptoms. Because the final round was canceled, the tournament was made official after 36 holes. Oklahoma State won the team title at 5 under with Ole Miss finishing five shots behind. OSU's Louise Depadt took home medalist honors, beating British Women's Amateur champion Valentine Delon by a shot. This is not the first time something like this has happened. At the 2018 NCAA Austin Regional, an

High school, community college students invited to MSU’s Music Discovery Day

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State’s Department of Music is hosting its annual Music Discovery Day for high school juniors, seniors and community college students Nov. 9. The event takes place 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Music Building, located at 124 Hardy Road. Registration—free for attendees and one guest—is available online.

Interview: Interactive murder mystery dinner theater coming to Nettleton

Get tickets now for a fun murder mystery dinner theater on Oct. 16-17 in Nettleton.

Dukes Finish Tied for 10th at The Ally

West Point, Miss. - James Madison women's golf tied for 10th place at The Ally, hosted by Mississippi State at the par 72, 6,240-yard Old Waverly Golf Club. The tournament, planned for three days and 54 holes, was shortened due to illness amongst the competing teams. Results were made final through two days and 36 holes of competition. The Dukes finished in a tie with fellow Sun Belt Conference member Georgia Southern.

Cowgirls sweep titles as field falls ill at The Ally, Herman in top three

WEST POINT, Miss. – Oklahoma State claimed both the team and individual titles at The Ally at Old Waverly Golf Club on Wednesday. The event was shortened to 36 holes due to illness among the field, leaving the Cowgirls atop the team leaderboard at 5-under and Louise Depadt as the individual champion at 6-under. The wins mark the 107th individual victory and 109th team victory in program history.

Florida Women’s Golf Ties for Fourth at The Ally After Illness Cancels Final Round

Florida women’s golf’s participation in The Ally hosted by Mississippi State was cut short due to a widespread illness. The tournament was canceled before the final round Wednesday. Both coaches and players were impacted by this illness, affecting at least 13 out of the 17 teams, per Golfweek.

Philadelphia, MS theater hosting 2026 Neshoba Now Showcase on Nov. 15

The Ellis Theater in Philadelphia, Mississippi, will host the Neshoba Now Showcase on November 15, highlighting the creative talents of local youth across Neshoba County and the surrounding area. The special afternoon event will feature performances by members of the Boys & Girls Club, local students, and participants from the...

Heartland Golf Wins the Battle of the Mississippi

Heartland golf took the Battle of the Mississippi crown behind a team score of 872 (+20). The Hawks were led by sophomore Luca Bianchi, who finished second overall individually with a score of 1-under-par. Rounding out the top three scorers was sophomore Maddux Quick and freshman Grant Sherrick who finished sixth and tied for eighth, respectively.

No. 20 Women’s Golf Second Entering Final Round at The Ally

WEST POINT, Miss. – No. 20 Ole Miss women's golf enters the final round of The Ally in second place after posting a 7-over 295 on Tuesday at Old Waverly Golf Club. The Rebels sit at even-par 576 through 36 holes, five strokes behind Oklahoma State. Mississippi State is third at 4-over 580.

Winter season lineup at the Ellis includes The Oak Ridge Boys

The Congress of Country Music has announced the Ellis Theater’s winter season lineup, bringing a slate of celebrated country, Americana, and Blues artists to the historic venue in downtown Philadelphia as the venue celebrates its 100th anniversary. “The Ellis Theater was built to bring people together around great music,...

TRIPPP Inks With HARDY’s Country Imprint.

HARDY signs Nashville-based triplet brother trio TRIPPP to his newly formed label mockingbird RECORDS — the country sister label to his previously announced rock imprint CROW RECORDS — in partnership with Big Loud Records. TRIPPP opened for the singer on Friday in Starkville, MS, before being brought back up on stage and introduced as the label’s first official signing.

Dores Set for 54 Holes at The Ally

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Vanderbilt women’s golf returns to action Monday at The Ally at Old Waverly Golf Club in West Point, Mississippi. The 54-hole championship will be played over three days as the Commodores aim to build off a top five finish in their last competition. “I think...

Women’s Golf Returns to Old Waverly for The Ally

OXFORD, Miss. – No. 20 Ole Miss women's golf returns to competition on Oct. 5-7 at The Ally, hosted by Mississippi State at Old Waverly Golf Club in West Point, Mississippi. Head coach Kory Henkes and the Rebels enter their third tournament of the fall after opening the season with a runner-up finish at the Boilermaker Classic and placing seventh at the Cougar Classic.