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Jackson State University President arrested in prostitution sting

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The president of Jackson State University resigned Monday after he was arrested in a prostitution sting in central Mississippi. William Bynum Jr., 57, was among 17 people arrested

February 11, 2020

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Meet the Rebels: Who will line up in the Ole Miss outfield?

Opening day is quickly approaching, and the Ole Miss baseball outfield could see a wide-ranging cast of athletes in the 2020 season, especially early in the campaign. Head coach Mike Bianco said

February 11, 2020

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Opinion: Let’s keep saying ‘Ole Miss’

On Monday, Feb. 3, The Daily Mississippian published an opinion column titled “We need to stop saying ‘Ole Miss.’” The author, Zach Borenstein, compared the affectionate nickname of our university to racially

February 11, 2020

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Column: Valentine’s Day for singles

It’s okay if you haven’t been shot by Cupid’s bow or if the love bug’s bite has gone away. Valentine’s Day can feel like the most dreaded day of the semester. This

February 10, 2020

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Opinion: How Mississippi suppresses the college vote

The Iowa caucus started on Tuesday, Feb. 4th, and two days later, we still weren’t sure who won. For days, two candidates claimed victory. Citizens all over the country are calling for

February 10, 2020

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The Levee to rebrand as Tango’s, a 21+ bar

After serving 18 years as one of the only 18-and-up bars on the Square, The Levee is rebranding as Tango’s and will only allow entrance to people who are 21 years old

February 9, 2020

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Righteous Brothers brought old-time rock’n’roll to sold-out Gertrude Ford Center

The Righteous Brothers, an old-time rock’n’roll duo, added to the Gertrude Ford Center’s array of diverse acts this performance season. The band sold out the venue on Saturday night. Singers Bill Medley

February 9, 2020

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Ole Miss softball goes winless at the NFCA Division I Leadoff Classic

Ole Miss softball opened their season with a five-game losing streak this past weekend in Clearwater, Florida. The Rebels had a series of losses including Louisville 4-2, NC State 3-2, Illinois 3-1,

February 9, 2020

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Ole Miss basketball secures convincing win over Florida

The Ole Miss basketball team used electric runs early and frequently to fend off Florida in a 68-51 victory on Saturday at the Pavilion. The Rebel backcourt of Devontae Shuler and Breein

February 9, 2020

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Opinion: What your kids could get out of the Super Bowl halftime show

Dear parents everywhere, I saw Janet Jackson’s breast and turned out just fine. Lewd. Crude. Disgusting. Nasty. Vulgar. Crossed the line. Glorified pornography. Crass. Inappropriate. Gross. Sickening. These are just some of

February 9, 2020

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