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Submitted Photo | Mike Wilbanks will suit up in Black and Yellow this fall and represent the Yellowjackets on the wrestling mat this fall.

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Faith on the Mat in Union
By MICHAEL WILBANKS
Thu,08/14/25-5:00PM , 4,642 Reads
When God calls a pastor and his family to serve in a new place, it often means leaving behind familiar people and activities. For Union High School senior Mike Wilbanks, it meant giving up the sport he loved, or so it appeared.
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There’s a lot of football to be played before November, but the Egg Bowl you have with you always
By PARRISH ALFORD - MAGNOLIA TRIBUNE
Thu,08/14/25-11:56AM , 1,379 Reads 20,909 Statewide
Since 1990 there have been only two three-game win streaks in the series, one by each school. A win by the Rebels this season would be their third-straight.

I’ve never read that Jesus said, “The Egg Bowl you have with you always,” but he could have.
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Submitted Photo | Chad Harrison was elected President of the Mississippi High School Activities Association.

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Harrison Elected President of MHSAA
By STAFF REPORTS
Wed,08/13/25-5:00PM , 1,890 Reads
The Scott County School District proudly announces the election of Chad Harrison, Assistant Superintendent, as the new President of the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA). Harrison's election underscores his extensive experience and unwavering commitment to high school athletics and activities across the state.
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Submitted Photo | Macklin Cheatham recently competed at the Mississippi Swimming Long Course State Championships in Tupelo and returned with 3 gold medals and 5 silver.

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SWIMMING: Cheatham wins Multiple Gold Medals at State Championships
By STAFF REPORTS
Wed,08/13/25-2:00PM , 4,706 Reads
Macklin Cheatham, who trains at Chunky under coaches Bryan and Anthia Olmstead, recently made a significant leap in ranking at the Mississippi Swimming Long Course State Championships in Tupelo.

Cheatham won 3 gold medals and 5 silver medals, clearly signaling that he is a rising super star in Mississippi.
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