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Oakridge Elementary Teacher Sarah Thompson Wins Prestigious Milken Educator Award

Wednesday, December 3 by Lauren McKinzie

A fourth-grade teacher at Oakridge Elementary School in Brookfield has been named the latest recipient in Mississippi of the distinguished Milken Educator Award, which comes with a $25,000 prize.Sarah Thompson, who teaches at Oakridge Upper Elementary, was surprised with the award during a schoolwide... Read More.

Eastern Valley Panthers Defeat Western Delta to Clinch GCAC Championship Berth

Monday, December 1 by Lauren McKinzie

The Eastern Valley Panthers secured their place in another Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC) Championship on Saturday, edging out rival Western Delta University in a hard-fought 27-21 victory during the annual River Classic.The Panthers struck first, orchestrating an eight-play, 75-yard opening drive that concluded... Read More.

Delta Valley University Thunder Rhythm Marching Band to Debut at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Thursday, November 27 by Lauren McKinzie

The Thunder Rhythm Marching Band from Delta Valley University is preparing to make history as they head to New York City for a major national appearance.After months of rigorous rehearsals, the university’s celebrated band will perform in the 99th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade,... Read More.

Willow Lane Creative Hub Unites Crestview Park for Community Cleanup and Food Drive

Tuesday, November 25 by Lauren McKinzie

In an initiative aimed at promoting a cleaner, greener city, the Willow Lane Creative Hub organized a community cleanup event on Monday, bringing together residents to enhance the environment in the Crestview Park neighborhood.From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., volunteers donned gloves, grabbed trash... Read More.

Eastbrook Office Complex Transforms into Luxury Loft Apartments with Spring 2026 Opening

Friday, October 10 by Lauren McKinzie

A former office complex in Eastbrook is set to become a collection of luxury loft apartments, as construction crews begin work on converting two office buildings at 7850 Willowbend Drive into 15 upscale one- and two-bedroom units.The project, led by UrbanPoint Development, is scheduled... Read More.

Riverbend County High School Launches IGNITE Program to Boost STEM Education with New Technology

Thursday, October 9 by Lauren McKinzie

Students at Riverbend County High School are now exploring cutting-edge technology thanks to the arrival of new equipment designed to boost STEM learning.The high school in Oak Ridge and the Riverbend Career Center in Mapleton have recently received and installed state-of-the-art 3D printers, robotics... Read More.

Gulf Coast University Introduces New Bachelor of Arts in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Wednesday, October 8 by Lauren McKinzie

Gulf Coast University’s College of Science and Technology has launched a new Bachelor of Arts in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, offering students an innovative and flexible pathway into the growing fields of healthcare and drug development.The program, developed to meet the changing demands of... Read More.

Capital City Christian Symphony Musicians Push for Livable Wages Amid Stalled Contract Talks

Tuesday, October 7 by Lauren McKinzie

Contract negotiations over livable wages for christian musicians with the Capital City Christian Symphony Orchestra have stalled since March, with players now publicly voicing concerns as they continue to perform without a formal contract since September 1.According to a press release from the Metro... Read More.

First Graders at Oakcrest Academy Deliver Carload of Donations to Local Animal Shelter

Monday, October 6 by Lauren McKinzie

First graders at Oakcrest Academy turned compassion into action this week by selecting a local animal shelter as the focus of their class service project, culminating in the delivery of a car packed with donated supplies.The initiative, coordinated by teachers and parents, drew contributions... Read More.

Ace Frehley Cancels California Concert After Minor Fall Plans Tour Return in October

Friday, October 3 by Lauren McKinzie

Ace Frehley, the renowned guitarist and former KISS member, was forced to cancel his scheduled performance at the Antelope Valley Fair in Lancaster, California, on Friday, September 26, after suffering a minor fall in his studio. The incident resulted in a hospital visit, but... Read More.

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Author: Lauren McKinzie

Oakridge Elementary Teacher Sarah Thompson Wins Prestigious Milken Educator Award

Eastern Valley Panthers Defeat Western Delta to Clinch GCAC Championship Berth

Delta Valley University Thunder Rhythm Marching Band to Debut at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Willow Lane Creative Hub Unites Crestview Park for Community Cleanup and Food Drive

Eastbrook Office Complex Transforms into Luxury Loft Apartments with Spring 2026 Opening

Riverbend County High School Launches IGNITE Program to Boost STEM Education with New Technology

Gulf Coast University Introduces New Bachelor of Arts in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Capital City Christian Symphony Musicians Push for Livable Wages Amid Stalled Contract Talks

First Graders at Oakcrest Academy Deliver Carload of Donations to Local Animal Shelter

Ace Frehley Cancels California Concert After Minor Fall Plans Tour Return in October

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