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Hi Tupelo! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why did Mississippi State suddenly fire Tupelo native Chad Bumphis?
  • See which Tupelo students are graduating from ICC’s nursing program
  • Are you accidentally rinsing away your meat’s best flavor?

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📰 News we're reading

1. Mississippi State makes stunning coaching change, moving on from former Bulldog great (maroonandwhitenation.com) — A well-known Tupelo native, former Mississippi State star Chad Bumphis, has been unexpectedly dismissed as the Bulldogs’ wide receivers coach after three seasons on staff. Head coach Jeff Lebby’s controversial move comes despite strong recent receiver play, raising questions among fans about recruiting, development, and how the change could affect the program’s culture and future offensive success.
   

2. Area residents graduating from ICC practical nursing program Dec. 11 (djournal.com) — Several Tupelo residents are among those graduating from Itawamba Community College’s practical nursing program at a Dec. 11 ceremony in Fulton. The college also highlights graduates from nearby communities like Aberdeen, Amory, Pontotoc, and West Point, reflecting strong regional participation in the program.
   

3. Should You Rinse Marinade Off Meat Before Cooking? (southernliving.com) — A Tupelo chef from Forklift shares practical advice on what to do with marinade before cooking, emphasizing flavor and food safety. He explains when to pat meat dry, why you shouldn’t rinse, and how to safely reuse or discard leftover marinade so home cooks avoid burnt dinners and bacteria risks.
   

4. OBITUARY: Jean Margaret Moffatt Bentley (williamsonsource.com) — Tupelo holds a special place in the life story of Jean Margaret Moffatt Bentley, where she and her husband George married in 1955 before settling in Franklin, Tennessee. The 95-year-old businesswoman, sports fan, and devoted family matriarch is remembered ahead of services in Franklin later this week.
   

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