Blake Alsup
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Tupelo teen Tillman Ewing excels in competitive UTV racing
TUPELO — Years before Tillman Ewing can legally drive a car, he's winning UTV races across the United States. → Read More
2023 Double Decker Arts Festival lineup announced
TUPELO — Ashley McBryde and Marcus King will headline the 2023 Double Decker Arts Festival in April, festival organizers announced Thursday. → Read More
Ashley Quimby named Tupelo Schools 2022-23 Parent of the Year
TUPELO — Ashley Quimby stood among a dozen parents recognized by the Tupelo Public School District for their contributions to local schools as she was named TPSD's 2022-23 Parent of → Read More
Pierce Street fifth grader wins Tupelo Public School District spelling bee
TUPELO — Pioneered. That's the word Ella Campbell spelled correctly to win the Tupelo Public School District spelling bee in the fourteenth round Thursday afternoon. → Read More
MSDH reports 14th pediatric COVID-19 death in Mississippi
TUPELO — The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reported the fourteenth pediatric COVID-19 death in the state Wednesday. → Read More
Fulton's whimsical PlayGarden Park is the center of a revitalized downtown
FULTON — For 13 years, PlayGarden Park in downtown Fulton has been home to some world-class art. → Read More
Starkville's Umble Coffee Co. brews up a healthy cup
STARKVILLE — On a whim several years ago, Dr. Kenneth Thomas attended the annual world conference for coffee, the Specialty Coffee Association Expo. → Read More
Red Bay Museum home to largest display of Tammy Wynette memorabilia
RED BAY, AL — The Red Bay Museum is home to an incredible array of local artifacts, but the crown jewel is its collection of Tammy Wynette memorabilia — the → Read More
'George & Tammy' TV series gives fans a fresh look at Tammy Wynette's life, career
TUPELO — The new Showtime series "George & Tammy" offers fans a fresh look at Tammy Wynette's life, career and marriage to fellow country music legend George Jones … one → Read More
List of Veterans Day events at local schools
TUPELO • As citizens of the United States honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces on Veterans Day, several area schools have scheduled events → Read More
McKissick, Bruce win seats on Lee County School Board
TUPELO — Two new members were elected to the Lee County School Board Tuesday night. → Read More
TPSD won't allow use of medical marijuana on school campuses
TUPELO — The Tupelo Public School District will not allow the use of medical marijuana on school campuses, the TPSD Board of Trustees decided Tuesday. → Read More
James Meredith honored as Ole Miss celebrates 60 years of integration
OXFORD • The University of Mississippi honored James Meredith, the first Black student to enroll there, with a night of praise and accolades Wednesday at the Gertrude C. Ford Center → Read More
2022 Teachers of Distinction: 30 Tupelo educators honored with prestigious award
TUPELO • “Hard work does pay off,” Terence Adair said, holding a plaque and $1,000 check after being named a Tupelo Public School District Teacher of Distinction on Monday night. → Read More
Second bomb threat reported at Tupelo High School
TUPELO • For the second day in a row, a bomb threat is being investigated at Tupelo High School. → Read More
Tupelo High School evacuated after bomb threat
TUPELO – Tupelo High School was placed on lockdown Wednesday morning at 8 a.m. as a precautionary measure following a bomb threat, according to TPSD communications director Gregg Ellis. → Read More
Tupelo teachers get $92K during AEE luncheon's return
TUPELO • The Association for Excellence in Education (AEE) annual luncheon in partnership with the Tupelo Public School District returned Friday after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. → Read More
TPSD announces clear bag policy for sporting events
TUPELO • A new clear bag policy for sporting events and other activities is being implemented immediately across Tupelo Schools, the Tupelo Public School District announced on Wednesday. → Read More
Ruby Beckley turns unused garage into Starlight 4-H Club museum
SHANNON • A longtime supporter of the Starlight 4-H Club has turned an unused garage on her property in the Pine Grove community of Shannon into a private museum for → Read More
Veterans Park cello player aims to spread happiness through public practice, performance
TUPELO • On any given day, passersby at Veterans Park may hear the sounds of a cello echoing across the lake and parking lots. → Read More