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Mississippi is home to countless talented artists and entertainers. One of them is James Earl Jones. The iconic actor, known for his golden baritone voice, passed away this week. He left behind a legacy of performances in Hollywood classics like Field of Dreams and Star Wars, where he famously voiced Darth Vader.

A distinguished Mississippi State postdoctoral research associate renowned for her groundbreaking work in wetlands ecology is being recognized by the Society of Wetland Scientists with two major honors.

Two University of Southern Mississippi (USM) alumnae who are leaders in PK-12 education are taking their skill set to the next level through a competitive fellowship sponsored by a national organization committed to improving student achievement through investment in teaching excellence.

When Sawmill Landing Park is finally opened this fall, there will be lots to learn about the natural and cultural…

Imagine enjoying local dining, shopping, exercising, and relaxing without ever having to get behind the wheel of a car. For many people in Mississippi cities, a walkable or bikeable neighborhood like this seems out of reach. However, longtime friends Beth and Kaite Seymore are trying to change that, starting with the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The friends recently opened Tour de Coast, Mississippi’s first private E-Bike share company.

The influence of a legendary University of Southern Mississippi (USM) professor convinced Louise Smith to come to Hattiesburg and study to be a music educator – ultimately following a “call to teach” that has since struck a chord with those singing praises for her work as the longtime band director at Gautier (Miss.) Middle School.   

Southern Miss senior Kelly DeVoe believes college is a time to discover passions, learn important skills for a successful career, and meet people who will be lifelong connections.

Today is August 15th, and what does that mean? The Pine Belt Women Business Owners Summit has officially kicked off! August 15th through August 16th marks the 2nd Annual Pine belt Women’s Business Owners Summit.

Many people recognize these lyrics as part of Lauren Daigle’s award-winning song, “You Say,” from Look Up Child, her third studio album. However, fewer people might realize that this album became the highest-charting Christian album from a female artist in over 20 years. 

NASA is awarding a Mississippi State University assistant professor a $1.13 million grant to develop a new simulation tool to aid the design of hypersonic vehicles used in space exploration.

As you enter the downtown area of Plantersville, Mississippi, you will notice a charming, local grocery store. This store stands out with inviting cafe lights on the front porch and a sign that reads “Better Buy.” Better Buy is a discount grocery and variety store known for its discounted grocery prices and unparalleled hospitality, making it a favorite among locals.

The late Bernard Coffindaffer spent millions leaving his mark.

Crosses of Mercy stand along numerous roadways reminding us of Jesus’ death and of Coffindaffer’s evangelism. Clusters of three crosses, two painted heavenly blue flanking a center one painted Jerusalem gold, are scattered in 29 states, the District of Columbia, Zambia and the Philippines.

The Delta State University Department of Athletics hosts “A Night of Champions,” a special event featuring Mississippi football legend Archie Manning alongside Delta State Alumni and Athletics Hall of Famer, Langston Rogers.

While living in New Orleans, London met Scott Hoverman, owner of 3 Alarm Comics in Ocean Springs. Hoverman invited London to come and sign autographs as a celebrity guest, introducing him to Mississippi. “I fell in love with Ocean Springs,” shared London. “It is truly a magical little place. So beautiful.” At that time, London’s family was expecting. “We were about to have a baby, and New Orleans didn’t feel like the place we truly wanted to be,” shared London. “So the Universe brought us here.” 

Could improved screening methods for detecting newborn heart defects save more lives? That’s what Mississippi State’s Amirtaha Taebi is using…

As a father of three, Marcus Drymon has watched his fair share of Disney movies, but he never imagined his work as an associate Extension professor at Mississippi State University would land him a spot on a National Geographic feature documentary on Disney+.