Prentiss County News

The Meridian Tigers defeated VB in four sets, with Hicks recording a career-high 15 kills and 16 digs.

A memorial run Saturday honored Lee County Deputy Sheriff Rick Haggard and other officers killed in the line of duty, with local law enforcement participating in the event.

The Mississippi Outdoors crew kicked off dove season with a hunt in a recently harvested cornfield in Hinds County. Watch the full episode online.

Mississippi’s dove hunting season begins September 5, opening half an hour before sunrise and closing at sunset. Hunters are advised to review specific regulations for Wildlife Management Areas.

Jackson residents are invited to the annual National Night Out event on Oct. 6 at Veterans Memorial Stadium to connect with law enforcement and neighbors.

Bryce Robinson, a student at Northeast, has been awarded the 2026 Chime Workforce Scholarship, receiving $1,000 and joining a select group of students nationwide.

The BMS Bearcats football team hosts Kossuth tonight at Latimer Park, with games starting at 6 p.m.

Officials say economic development initiatives are paying off as more Mississippians find employment and opportunities.

The Lady Tigers had a strong start to their season, finishing as runners-up at the Freed Speed Invitational. Several runners posted close times in the race.

The Tigers opened their season with a fourth-place finish at the Freed Speed Invitational, with four freshmen among the scorers, including top finisher Nathanael Wilbanks.