Sports unifies fathers and sons

The love of sports, especially baseball and basketball, was ingrained in me long before I even entered kindergarten. My dad was the definition of a “sports nut” and I followed in his footsteps. The family tradition continues; the love of sports –...

The 15 Best Movies Of The 2020s (So Far), Ranked

We're halfway through the 2020s, and one thing is clear: Movies are the balm, the salve, and the answer to life's biggest questions. Filmmakers are storytellers, and the stories told over the past five years have ranged from the thrilling to the...

Miss Mississippi: Day 3 Preliminary Competition

Chris Todd Special to Clarion Ledger The delegates perform during the opening number at the Miss Mississippi competition at the Vicksburg Convention Center in Vicksburg, Miss., on Friday, June 13, 2025.Chris Todd/Special To Clarion LedgerMiss...

Celebrations in Jackson honor Juneteenth with music, food and community 

Jackson, Mississippi is hosting multiple Juneteenth celebrations, despite not recognizing it as a state holiday. Events include a fireworks extravaganza, celebrations at the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home, and a jubilee at the Two Mississippi...

Murray State vs. UCLA baseball today: TV channel, time for CWS

OMAHA, NE. — Murray State baseball is playing UCLA today in its first College World Series game at Charles Schwab Field. The Racers (44-15) are the fourth team seeded fourth in the regional round to make it to the CWS since 1999. They are the...

Road trip meal: Mississippi gas station makes chicken on a stick a work of art 

I’ve seen 41 movies in theaters so far this year — here are the 5 best and 5 worst

It’s almost the halfway point of the year. And putting to one side my concerns about how worryingly fast 2025 is flying by, I’m using this opportunity to reflect on the year in cinema to date. Naturally, that means it’s time to pick out the best...

Northeast’s Dr. Erik Dukes Honored as MATA Sports Medicine Person of the Year

Dr. Erik Dukes, the longtime physician for Northeast Mississippi Community College (NEMCC), has been honored as the 2025 Sports Medicine Person of the Year by the Mississippi Athletic Trainers' Association (MATA). Celebrated for his dedicated...

Miss Mississippi Titleholders read to children at Warren County-Vicksburg Public Library

Miss Mississippi Titleholders read to children at Warren County-Vicksburg Public Library Published 2:06 pm Friday, June 13, 2025 Miss Mississippi 2024 Becky Williams and Miss Mississippi Teen 2025 Avery McNair took the opportunity to read to...

Explore Mississippi River habitats on a free Blue Heron boat tour

Every Thursday night, you can join a Clinton County Conservation naturalist on a free, guided cruise up and down the river. Here's how to sign up. CAMANCHE, Iowa — Area residents and visitors can now explore the backwaters of the Mississippi River...

Cool Live Music for Warm Spring Nights in NYC

Everynight Charley recommends the following 60+ concerts in the New York City area this weekend. Consult the web site or social media of the venue for more information about a show, including location and directions, parking options, ticket...

LIST: Juneteenth events happening across South Mississippi

BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - On and around June 19, residents across South Mississippi will come together to celebrate Juneteenth, a day marked to commemorate the freeing of the last U.S. slaves in Galveston, Texas in 1865. Here’s when and where you can...

North Mississippi Allstars return to Cleveland to prove they’re ‘Still Shakin’' at the Beachland Ballroom

CLEVELAND, Ohio - For a quarter of a century Luther and Cody Dickinson and their musical collective, the North Mississippi Allstars, have been lighting and carrying the torch for what they’ve dubbed “Modern Mississippi Music,” an amalgam of...

Thomas Rhett Summits The MusicRow Radio Chart

Thomas Rhett has risen to the No. 1 position on the MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart with his song, “After All The Bars Are Closed.” The song appears on the star’s seventh studio album About A Woman, and was written by Thomas Rhett, Julian...

Boaters urged to stay clear of tows on the Mississippi River

WINONA COUNTY, Minn. (WXOW) – With summer boating season underway, multiple area law enforcement agencies are went to social media to remind the public of river safety. On Thursday, The Winona County Sheriff’s Office reminded recreational boaters...

Dierks Bentley Pays Tribute To 'Broken Branches' In Country Music Community

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Miss Mississippi: Day 2 Preliminary Competition

Chris Todd Special to Clarion Ledger Miss University of Southern Mississippi Annalee Toler competes in fitness at the Miss Mississippi competition at the Vicksburg Convention Center in Vicksburg, Miss., on Thursday, June 12, 2025.Chris...

Flags ready to fly over Mississippi

Saturday is Flag Day and for the past few years, that has meant a special, patriotic event, held on the Keokuk-Hamilton bridge to honor Old Glory and all that the banner stands for. The third annual Flags over the Mississippi will be held...

New BetMGM Bonus Code CUSE150: $150+ Father’s Day Weekend betting bonus for all sports

As of Friday, June 13, 2025, BetMGM has extended its popular bonus code CUSE150 through Father’s Day, giving new users a powerful way to enhance their betting experience. Whether you’re backing a side in NBA Finals Game 4, tuning into Round 2 of...

Award winning Cape Breton musician first Sable Island artist in residence

Breadcrumb Trail Links Atlantic Canada Cape Breton Entertainment & Life News Published Jun 13, 2025 • Last updated 12 minutes ago • 7 minute read Rose Morrison stands on the stage of Carnegie Hall in New York, where she has played twice. Photo by...