One of the key players in Ole Miss’ College World Series championship has direct ties to the Free State. Freshman phenom Mason Nichols, of Laurel, who pitched his way out of a big jam in the opening game, is the son of Northeast Jones graduates Dr. Michael and Kim (Pope) Nichols of Flowood. They were there in Omaha along with his aunt and uncle Jody and Tan Nichols and other family members cheering on him and the Rebels, who beat Oklahoma in two games to win their first national title in baseball.

Tyler Herro is an American professional basketball player who was selected by the Miami Heat of the NBA. He used to play college basketball for Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball. After getting drafted by the Heat in the first round of the NBA Draft 2019 with an overall 13th pick, he was named NBA All-Rookie Second Team in 2020. Early Life  Tyler Christopher Herro was born on 20th January 2000 and was brought up in Milwaukee where he did his graduation.

Famed director David O. Russell went on a tear against Jennifer Lawrence and Harvey Weinstein during the filming of the movie "Joy" ... this according to an eyewitness on the set. We're told there was a loud argument Tuesday on the Boston set between David and Jennifer, and it started over a scene. The eyewitness says David started screaming at her ... it was ear-piercing and laced with profanities.

Time flies when you’re fighting crime! It’s hard to believe it’s been 35 years since the original Beverly Hills Cop debuted on the big screen in 1984, cementing Eddie Murphy as one of our favorite movie police officers in cinema history. The Martin Brest-directed flick — which is equal parts action and comedy — was written by Daniel Petrie Jr. and, along with Eddie, 58, starred the likes of Judge Reinhold, John Ashton, Ronny Cox, Lisa Eilbacher and others.

EntertainmentBy LRU Writer | On: April 05, 2019Best recognized for her alter-ego Southern Mama, comedian Darren Knight first recieved his shot of fame via Facebook. His very first video entitled "Southern Momma Picking the Kids up from School," made him an overnight sensation, generating millions in views on the very social media platform. While Darren remains one of the top prospects in the comedic circuit, his conservative beliefs have given rise to a slew of detractors as well.