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Saxton, Benton Academy blast Porter's Chapel, 34-14
By JOFFRE WASHINGTON
Fri,10/24/25-1:45PM , 1,742 Reads
Behind a three-touchdown performance from senior Clayton Saxton, the Benton Academy Raiders improved to 6-3 on the season with a 34-14 victory over Porter’s Chapel.
Saxton had a whopping 23 carries for 126 yards and also completed 5-of-9 passes for 106 yards and three touchdowns in the Raiders’ win.
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Dakwon Reasor was a major factor on both sides of the ball in Yazoo County's 21-18 win at Amanda Elzy. The junior had seven carries for 76 yards and a touchdown and four tackles.

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County's win over Elzy sets up showdown with Humphreys
By JASON PATTERSON
Fri,10/24/25-1:44PM , 1,514 Reads
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City high school Homecoming Tailgate canceled
By JAMIE PATTERSON
Fri,10/24/25-1:33PM , 1,518 Reads
Several high school homecoming activities have been canceled following the aftermath of the deadly shootings throughout the state earlier this month.
The Yazoo City Municipal School District is among the districts canceling its tailgating festivities during the Homecoming celebrations this Friday.
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Andrews Qualifies for State Golf Match with Stellar Performance
Sun,10/19/25-4:00PM , 2,304 Reads
Yazoo County High School’s own Will Andrews has earned a spot in the State Golf Match
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Yazoo City, 39194, MS

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60°F

Mostly Cloudy

Chance of Rain: 41%
Max Temp: 74°F
Min Temp: 55°F
Feels Like: 59°F
Dew Point: 60°F
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Mostly cloudy. Low around 55, with temperatures rising to around 59 overnight. North northeast wind around 5 mph.

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