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Top Family Law schools expand clinics, advocacy and legal education

Innovation in family law education continues to take many forms, from clinic students helping enact legislative reform to new partnerships serving incarcerated women and scholarly forums exploring evolving definitions of family. Here are a few developments and news from some law school family law programs. These schools earned a spot...

Hinds County, MS · 9d
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One More Friday Night Under the Lights

For most of our state’s high school football players, this week marks the end of their regular season play for the 2026-2027 school year. For most of the parents of Mississippi’s senior football players, it is a bittersweet ending. I know from firsthand experience with two of my...

Mississippi · 9d
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Ethel Claims First District Title Since 1995

The Ethel Tigers are Region 5-1A champions for the first time since 1995 after defeating Sebastopol 14-8 on Thursday night in a dramatic defensive battle. Tied 8-8 with just 33 seconds remaining, Ethel executed a 35-yard hook-and-ladder trick play for the game-winning touchdown. Quarterback Taylon May completed a pass to Maddox Renfrow, who pitched it to Caden Merritt for the decisive score.

Ethel, MS · 9d
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Porter’s Chapel Academy announces 2026-27 student government officers

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Porter’s Chapel Academy has announced its student government officers for the 2026-27 school year. Students in grades seven through 12 were elected to serve in leadership positions, including president, vice president, treasurer, secretary and chaplain. The newly elected officers are listed below by grade.

Vicksburg, MS · 9d
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Porter’s Chapel ends season with loss to Humphreys Academy

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Porter’s Chapel Academy’s football season came to an end Friday night after the Eagles suffered a 76-32 loss to Humphreys Academy. PCA finished the season with a 2-10 record after battling numerous injuries that sidelined several starters throughout much of the second half of the season.

Belzoni, MS · 8d

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MDAH calls on public to share Rosenwald artifacts

JANS – In preparation for an August 2027 temporary exhibit, curators with the Mississippi Department of Archives and History are calling on the public to share their artifacts from Rosenwald Schools that opened a century ago to serve Black students. Rosenwald Schools are named for Julius Rosenwald, a millionaire...

Mississippi · 8d

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Warren Central freshmen boys dominate Pearl 48-18; other basketball scores

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Warren Central High School’s freshman boys basketball team cruised to a 48-18 victory over Pearl on Thursday night. The Vikings jumped out to a commanding 19-2 lead in the first quarter after Michael Banks Jr. and Jaydon Green each knocked down 3-pointers. Darius O’Neal also contributed several baskets inside the paint to help WC establish an early advantage.

Vicksburg, MS · 9d

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Warren Central boys shut out Terry 7-0

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Warren Central High School’s boys soccer team picked up a dominant 7-0 win over Terry on Thursday night. The Vikings quickly took control of the game, bouncing back from Tuesday’s loss to Brandon with a confidence-boosting victory. Altuwaiti Ward led the Vikings with...

Vicksburg, MS · 9d

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Mississippi Christian University names school and department alumni of the year

CLINTON — Mississippi Christian University will recognize its school and department alumni of the year during bicentennial homecoming festivities Oct. 30 and 31, the university announced. The honorees include Mississippi Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell, named lawyer of the year, and former Gov. Phil Bryant, recognized by...

Clinton, MS · 10d

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Rockets fall to unbeaten Warren Central

Neshoba Central coach Shannon Ruffin knew the Rockets had their hands full against unbeaten and top-ranked Warren Central on Friday night. But the Rockets took the game deep into the second half before the Vikings pulled away in the fourth to take a 34-17 win. Neshoba falls to 5-3 on...

Vicksburg, MS · 10d

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Three Mississippi students named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars

Three Mississippi students have been named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars. The students are Jack Durr of Pearl High School, Adriana Kroeze of St. Andrew’s Episcopal School, and Bryson Soffra of Hancock High School. Durr is a former member of the State Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council at the Mississippi Department of Education.

Mississippi · 11d

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Leake Academy Defeats Wayne Academy 62-58

The Leake Academy Rebels concluded the 2026 regular season tonight with a road game to play the Jaguars of Wayne Academy in Waynesboro. The Rebels had a slim 1point lead after the opening quarter, 14-13, but by halftime the Jaguars were leading the Rebels by 10 points, 31-21. In the second half, both teams added points in the 3rd quarter with the Rebels cutting the Jaguars lead to 3 points, 38-35. Both teams continued adding touchdowns in the final quarter with the lead bouncing between the teams then with less than two minutes remaining and the Rebels leading by 4 points a pick 6 by the Rebels extended their lead to 11 points, 62-51. The Jaguars refusing to give up scored again with less than a minute remaining but that would conclude the scoring and give the Rebels a 4 point victory, 62-58. Majure Chandler was named tonight’s IN SPORTS player of the game.

Waynesboro, MS · 8d

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MSMS admins ask lawmakers to expand school to sophomores, increase funding potential and improve facilities

MSMS administrators are asking state lawmakers to draft legislation allowing the school to admit 10th graders, create a permanent advisory council, boost funding opportunities and create a capital improvement plan aimed at renovating its facilities. Executive Director Ginger Tedder, other school representatives and Journalism II students traveled to Jackson Oct....

Mississippi · 9d

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Civil rights leader urges Tougaloo College students to vote Nov. 3

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Rev. William Barber II, a former president of the North Carolina NAACP, told Tougaloo College students Thursday, “We’re not bowing, we’re voting.”. Barber visited the college to encourage students to vote in the election Tuesday, Nov. 3. Many students said it is...

Jackson, MS · 9d

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Long Creek Elementary Celebrates Principal Dr. Shanika Hickmon During National Principals Month

In recognition of National Principals Month, Long Creek Elementary School proudly celebrates and thanks Dr. Shanika Hickmon for her outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to the success of her students and staff. Dr. Hickmon’s leadership helps foster a positive learning environment where students are encouraged to learn and grow, teachers...

Kosciusko, MS · 10d

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Mississippi School for Math and Science senior is vying in national Super Kid contest

High school senior and Clinton resident Jeremy Burwell is on track to go from being a fan of comics to starring in his own in national Stan Lee Super Kid contest.

Clinton, MS · 9d

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Four Mississippi schools named 2026 Blue Ribbon winners

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced four schools have been named 2026 Mississippi Blue Ribbon Schools. This recognition highlights schools that excel in academic performance and/or make significant strides in closing achievement gaps among different student groups. Schools are recognized in both or either of two performance categories: The four […]

Mississippi · 12d

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Vicksburg High School Gator Girls to celebrate 50 years with special alumni performance

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — The Vicksburg High School Gator Girls will celebrate 50 years of sisterhood, tradition and legacy on Friday, Oct. 30, with a special anniversary performance featuring former and current members of the dance team. The celebration will mark the 50th anniversary of the Gator Girls, who...

Vicksburg, MS · 12d

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Pearl High School moving down to 6A, but Pirates hope rivalries stay

PEARL, Miss. (WLBT) - Pearl High School is moving down to Class 6A, and the school’s athletic director said Pearl will work to keep the rivalry games Pirates fans circle on the calendar. The Mississippi High School Activities Association released its 2027-29 classifications Monday. Pearl competed in Class 7A...

Pearl, MS · 11d

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Dana Road Elementary celebrates B rating with students, teachers and staff

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Hard work, dedication and academic success were celebrated Wednesday morning as Dana Road Elementary School recognized its “B” accountability rating with a celebration filled with excitement, school pride and appreciation. The Jaguars packed the stands inside the school gymnasium, where cheers echoed throughout...

Vicksburg, MS · 11d