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Florence Edges Lanier in 15-14 Thriller
Florence High School picked up a much-needed victory Friday night, defeating Lanier 15-14 in a closely contested matchup. The Eagles entered the game looking to get back into the win column following a difficult stretch of their schedule. Friday's contest proved to be a defensive battle, with neither team reaching...
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Pearl Falls to Petal 29-20
Pearl High School suffered a 29-20 loss against Petal Friday night, dropping the Pirates to 2-7 on the season. Pearl entered the matchup looking to snap a two-game losing streak following losses against Meridian and Northwest Rankin. The Pirates put together a more productive offensive showing than in their loss...
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Warren Central freshmen boys defeat Ridgeland 48-28; girls fall short
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Warren Central High School’s freshmen boys basketball team picked up another victory on Monday as the Vikings defeated Ridgeland 48-28. The Lady Vikes also competed but fell short in a 41-33 loss. WC Freshmen Boys 48, Ridgeland 28. Darius O’Neal scored 15 points to...
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Raylyn Parson crowned 2026 Vicksburg High School Homecoming Queen
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Raylyn Parson received one of the highest honors at Vicksburg High School on Friday night as she was crowned the 2026 Homecoming Queen. Parson officially received her crown during halftime of the Gators’ football game against Cleveland Central, which ended in a 28-26 homecoming victory for Vicksburg.
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Charter contract revoked for Canton charter school
CANTON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board (MCSAB) adopted a final order on October 26, 2026, to revoke the charter contract of SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy in Canton effective December 31, 2026. According to the MCSAB, the action followed revocation proceedings conducted in accordance with the Mississippi Charter Schools Act […]
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Students explore construction and skilled trades
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) – Hundreds of eighth-grade students got a hands-on look at their future careers in northeast Mississippi. The NEMS FORGE Your Path Career Expo brought students together for a day of exploring construction and skilled trades, giving them a chance to see what these industries have to offer.
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Jordan Clay crowned 2026 Vicksburg High School Homecoming King
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Jordan Clay has been named the 2026 Vicksburg High School Homecoming King. Clay was officially celebrated during the school’s homecoming parade on Thursday as he prepared to take the field for the Gators on Friday night. “This feels amazing and it just motivates me...
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Larry Carter Jr. named VDN’s 2026 Junior High Head Football Coach of the Year
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Great coaches are not just measured by the number of games they win, but by their ability to overcome adversity, develop young athletes and turn challenges into success. For Vicksburg Junior High School head football coach Larry Carter Jr., the 2026 season was a perfect example of that.
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Dr. Bill and Carole West to receive Award of Excellence at MC’s Bicentennial Homecoming
Dr. Bill and Carole West have made a lasting impact on Mississippi Christian University (MC) through their generosity and support of the Institute for Southern Storytelling, expanding opportunities to highlight the South’s culture and creativity. On Saturday, Oct. 31, the Wests will return to MC to receive the 2026...
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SCHC to host Jewelry Box University
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — The Southern Cultural Heritage Center announces it will host “Jewelry Box University” with Yugonda Duffy. This two-part class will be on Tuesday, Nov. 10 and Thursday, Nov. 12, from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 pm. The classes will meet in the SCHC Academy building....