SuperTalk Mississippi News

The Powerball jackpot continues to grow at a record pace after no big winner on Wednesday night. Plus, a trio of Jackson State football players have earned weekly awards from the conference after big-time performances in week one.

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As the field for one of the state's two U.S. Senate seats grows busier, independent candidate Ty Pinkins is challenging Democratic candidate Scott Colom and Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith to a series of debates. Plus, State Auditor Shad White has announced the creation of a program that will help law school graduates awaiting military entry get legal experience before active duty.

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September is both Suicide Awareness and National Recovery Month. MSMA president Dr. Katherine Pannel says health officials have been working avidly to raise awareness and promote resources.

Weeks after the construction of a $6 billion data center was announced for Brandon, some residents are searching for answers. Plus, funeral arrangements have been announced for a Belmont high schooler who died in an ATV crash on Labor Day.

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The Mississippi State football team has a chance to make a big statement this weekend when they welcome No. 12 Arizona State to Starkville. We heard from head coach Jeff Lebby beforehand.

The Ole Miss football team will travel to Lexington for a revenge game this weekend after being upset by the Wildcats a season ago. We heard from head coach Lane Kiffin beforehand.

The U.S. Senate is considering the confirmation of two Mississippi Supreme Court justices nominated for lifetime positions. Plus, a former Alabama mayoral candidate has been arrested in Mississippi.

The annual Riverside Rumble between Belhaven and Millsaps football teams takes place tomorrow, marking another edition of one of the fiercest rivalries in all of Division III.

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The Powerball jackpot has soared over $1 billion heading into Wednesday night's drawing. Plus, Hood Industries has announced it's expanding sawmill operations in Waynesboro with a $245 million corporate investment.

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Two juveniles have been arrested in connection with more than 20 auto burglaries reported on the campuses Belhaven University and Millsaps College. Plus, a Purvis man has been arrested after police say they found child porn on his laptop.

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