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Pensacola Blue Wahoos fall 5-4 to Birmingham Barons in Sunday matchup

On Sunday, May 31, the Pensacola Blue Wahoos were narrowly defeated 5-4 by the Birmingham Barons in a MiLB contest.


Brent Larson, Board of Supervisors District 1, President at

Roundabout construction to begin at CR 101, CR 166, and CR 1032 intersection

A new roundabout project will start Monday at the CR 101, CR 166, and CR 1032 intersection near Winchester. Drivers should expect narrow lanes and delays while construction takes place. Officials recommend caution or alternate routes during this period.
Glenn Boyce Chancellor

University of Mississippi to partner with state on critical minerals extraction initiative

The University of Mississippi has joined forces with state officials on an initiative focused on extracting lithium from underground formations across much of Mississippi. Leaders say this partnership could benefit both local economies and national supply chains while offering training opportunities for students.
Lindsay S. See, Commissioner of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)

Drivers in Lafayette County see lowest diesel gas at $4.99 in week ending May 16

The week’s cheapest diesel gas price in Lafayette County stood at $4.99 per gallon in the week ending May 16.

Ole Miss track and field earns 35 entries to NCAA East Regional meet

Ole Miss track and field is sending a large group of athletes—35 total entries—to compete at this year’s NCAA East Regional meet. The event takes place May 27–30 at the University of Kentucky. Head coach Connie Price-Smith continues her successful run leading both men’s and women’s teams.


Dr. Oz serves as the 17th Administrator for the Centers for Medicare u0026 Medicaid Services

Pontotoc Nursing Home ranked third among Pontotoc County facilities in Q1 2026

With an overall CMS rating of four, Pontotoc Nursing Home placed third in size among Pontotoc County nursing homes for the first quarter of 2026.
Kyle Diamantas, J.D., Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods of FDA

How many companies in cities across Pontotoc County received FDA citations in 2025?

There was one company in a city associated with Pontotoc County that received an FDA citation as a result of one inspection conducted in the county in 2025, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Chris Malloy, Head Coach at Ole Miss Rebels Men's Golf

Ole Miss men’s golf ties for second at NCAA Winston-Salem Regional

The No. 10 Ole Miss men’s golf team moved into a tie for second place at the NCAA Winston-Salem Regional after shooting a program-best round of 15-under par. Several players posted standout performances as they look ahead to securing an NCAA Championship invite.