Starkville Daily News

Community newspapers play a vital role in cities and towns throughout the United States and beyond, aiming to keep residents informed about local events and news. While the quality and size of these papers can differ, they usually focus on local government, entertainment, board meetings, community events, and notable figures in the area. The Starkville Daily News, situated at 304 E. Lampkin Street in Starkville, MS, caters to the broader Starkville and Oktibbeha County community. This daily publication provides readers with insightful coverage of local stories alongside updates on state, national, and international news.

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Owen to remain with Mississippi State baseball

1 week ago | starkvilledailynews.com | Robbie Faulk

Just a couple of weeks after announcing his intentions to hit the transfer portal, the Diamond Dawg catcher said on X Tuesday that he will not be leaving. “Excited to stay home,” the X post read. It’s welcome news for coach Brian O’Connor who entered this week with no catchers currently on the roster. O’Connor did get Chone James from Virginia who signed with the Cavaliers as a catcher, but James played his freshman season in the outfield and infield.
Bulldogs get baseball commit from Bevis

1 week ago | starkvilledailynews.com | Robbie Faulk

First-team MAC outfielder Blake Bevis announced on X that he will be transferring to MSU after three standout seasons with Ball State. During his time there, the 6-3, 225-pounder powered 40 home runs in 174 games and batted .296 over his career. Bevis is a multi-position player that the Bulldogs are bringing in with the ability to play outfield, first base and he even pitched for the Cardinals.
Bulldogs get commit from Bauer in baseball

1 week ago | starkvilledailynews.com | Robbie Faulk

One of the top high school prospects in the upcoming Major League Baseball Draft, Bauer has been committed to Brian O’Connor and the staff at Virginia but opened up his process shortly after the coach left for Mississippi State. After taking an official visit to Starkville last week, Bauer has decided that his college of choice will be in Starkville.
SDN All-Area High School Baseball Coach of the Year: Ben Aldridge

2 weeks ago | starkvilledailynews.com | Robbie Faulk

Eupora has a rich history on the baseball diamond, but the Eagles program was desperate for stability in 2021 when Ben Aldridge was hired as coach. Though Eupora just had a strong season in 2021, it was a complete rebuild for Aldridge in year one with a big senior class on the way out. Despite fighting through a tough schedule and not reaching 10 wins in year one, the Eagles made the playoffs. In year two, Eupora had a winning record and last year it earned a Class 2A, Region 4 championship.
Strohm commits to O'Connor's pitching staff at MSU

2 weeks ago | starkvilledailynews.com | Robbie Faulk

It didn’t take long before O’Connor’s recruiting coordinator Matt Kirby gave Strohm a call and told him they wanted him to come join them. Within minutes, Strohm and his family were all on the same page that Starkville was going to be the new home. For more on this story, read our news edition from Friday, June 13 or
More times announced for MSU 2025 football schedule

2 weeks ago | starkvilledailynews.com | Robbie Faulk

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Valincius brothers anxious to get started for Bulldogs in baseball

2 weeks ago | starkvilledailynews.com | Robbie Faulk

The two baseball stars were doing some fishing and talking trash about the live at-bats that are coming in the fall. For the first time in their collegiate careers, they will be playing for the same team. Last week, both Tomas and Vytas came together on a recruiting visit to Mississippi State and they left, with their families, committed to head coach Brian O’Connor.
Starkville Performance Center helps area baseball, softball players sharpen skill

2 weeks ago | starkvilledailynews.com | Danny Smith

The Starkville Performance Center on Oktoc Road has been open for only a little over six months and has already served its purpose. Since the facility opened its doors on November 15, 2024, general manager Jack Perry has seen the love of the game of baseball grow.
Mississippi State baseball trio enters transfer portal

3 weeks ago | starkvilledailynews.com | Robbie Faulk

Left-handed pitcher Robert Fortenberry, right-handed hurler Kevin Mannell and catcher Jackson Owen have all entered the portal according to sources. All three players were reserves for the Bulldogs this season. Mannell leaves after coming to Starkville with some high expectations. The former Kansas State pitcher made a name for himself at Cloud County Community College and became one of the top prospects out of junior college last season.
Stevens, O'Brien latest Bulldogs to enter transfer portal

3 weeks ago | starkvilledailynews.com | Robbie Faulk

Outfielders Michael O’Brien and Nolan Stevens both entered the transfer portal on Wednesday, sources told The Starkville Daily News. They are the fifth current roster players to hit the portal in the last week joining fellow outfielder Landis Davilia, shortstop Dylan Cupp and right-handed pitcher Gavin Black. Stevens was the biggest contributor of the duo. He played in 66 games over the last two seasons with a .310 batting average, 39 hits, seven doubles, five home runs and 23 RBI.