Prentiss County News

Vicksburg has been named the top community along the Mississippi River corridor in the United States, marking a significant achievement for the city.

The Northeast Honors Institute is accepting applications for its advanced courses and dedicated support services, aiming to prepare students for transfer to four-year universities.

Northeast Mississippi Community College Campus Police will provide free vehicle safety inspections on March 5 to help students prepare for Spring Break travel.

A live question-and-answer session about turkey season will take place on Facebook tonight from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

The BHS Bearcat boys basketball team is set to compete in the state semi-finals at Jackson on Saturday. Fans are encouraged to support the team.

Baldwyn High School hosts baseball games against Hamilton on March 3, with varsity and JV matchups scheduled for evening.

Students will not attend school Wednesday, March 4, as the boys basketball team competes in Jackson. School resumes Thursday and Friday, with spring break following next week.

General Atomics is investing $25 million in Lee County, Mississippi, to expand its defense manufacturing capabilities, highlighting the state’s role in national security.

Northeast holds a 11-point lead over East Mississippi at halftime, according to live updates.

Northeast Mississippi Community College men’s basketball team edged East Mississippi 87-83 in a hard-fought game to close the regular season.