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Northwestern Softball Drops Series to Ranked Mississippi State
Northwestern had a mixed weekend in its home opener, dropping two of three to No. 18 Mississippi State. The Wildcats captured a thrilling win in the second game of the series on Saturday, but were outscored by the Bulldogs by a combined score of 26-2 in the other two contests.
The ‘Cats gave up 10 runs in the fourth inning of Friday’s 14-0 run-rule defeat, a game that featured five NU errors. Just half of Mississippi State’s runs were earned, but Northwestern’s defensive woes didn’t matter as the Wildcats were 0-for-6 at the plate with runners in scoring position.
Right-handed pitcher Lauren Boyd threw a gem in the series’ second game — the first half of a Saturday doubleheader — leading to a 4-2 Wildcat victory. The graduate student pitched her fourth complete game of the year, striking out five batters over 127 pitches. Boyd allowed just four hits and two earned runs, securing Northwestern’s second ranked win this season.
The Wildcats faltered in the finale, though, getting run-ruled again in a 12-2 loss. Northwestern was just 5-for-20 at the plate, with two hits apiece coming from Kaylie Avvisato and Emma Raye.
Northwestern’s strongest contributor over the weekend was right fielder Kelsey Nader. The junior, whose .484 on-base percentage leads the team, was 4-for-6 and reached base safely seven times in nine at-bats. Avvisato chipped in a 4-for-9 weekend with two multi-hit games on Saturday.
Pitcher Riley Grudzielanek struggled in both defeats, allowing a combined 17 hits for 14 earned runs in just 6.1 innings pitched. The sophomore was given each defeat, snapping a streak of four consecutive wins. Grudzielanek’s record in 2025 now drops to 6-7, with her ERA rising to 4.67. Entering the series against the Bulldogs, Grudzielanek’s ERA was just 3.48.
The Wildcats will host Northern Illinois on Wednesday, March 26th, before traveling to Minnesota for a Big Ten weekend series.
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Mississippi special session to focus on Supreme Court redistricting
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) – Mississippi lawmakers will return to the State Capitol later in May after Gov. Tate Reeves called a special session.
According to Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann, the session will be limited to redistricting the state’s Supreme Court districts. He emphasized that lawmakers can only address the issues outlined by the governor in the official call.
He says after a recent Supreme Court decision, federal requirements driving previous plans are no longer in play.
Hosemann argued that redistricting decisions should remain in the hands of state leaders, taking into account factors like geography, economics and the interests of communities across Mississippi.
“We believe one man, one vote,” Hosemann said. “I mean, everybody ought to be able to vote. I’ve never liked it where the federal government told me that I had to have so many people for this or that or the other. Running our elections and redistricting ourselves is given to the legislature that’s elected by the people. And we ought not be ordered by the federal court to do something like that. That’s one of the few states’ rights we have left in this country, is that we can redistrict and run our own elections.”
The special session is scheduled for later this month.
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Mississippi State baseball vs Nicholls score, live updates, start time, TV channel
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State baseball is playing its final midweek game of the season.
The No. 11 Bulldogs (36-12) are hosting Nicholls State (25-22) at Dudy Noble Field on May 5 (6 p.m., SEC Network+).
MSU is aiming to solidify its resume to host an NCAA Tournament regional. It’s done that so far by going 22-0 in Quad 3 and 4 games. Nicholls will be a Quad 4 game.
The Clarion Ledger is bringing you live updates from the game. Follow along.
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Mississippi State vs Nicholls score updates
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What time does Mississippi State vs Nicholls start today?
- Date: May 5
- Time: 6 p.m. CT
- Location: Dudy Noble Field
What channel is Mississippi State vs Nicholls on today?
The game between Mississippi State and Nicholls State will air on SEC Network+.
Mississippi State vs Nicholls starting pitchers
- RHP Chris Billingsley Jr. (1-0, 4.87 ERA) vs. LHP Austin Vargas (0-2, 7.50 ERA)
Mississippi State vs Nicholls injury report
There is no official injury report for this game.
Mississippi State baseball 2026 schedule
Next five games:
- May 7: vs. Auburn
- May 8: vs. Auburn
- May 9: vs. Auburn
- May 14: at Texas A&M
- May 15: at Texas A&M
Sam Sklar is the Mississippi State beat reporter for The Clarion Ledger. Email him at ssklar@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @sklarsam_.
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Mississippi Lottery Mississippi Match 5, Cash 3 results for May 4, 2026
Odds of winning the Powerball and Mega Millions are NOT in your favor
Odds of hitting the jackpot in Mega Millions or Powerball are around 1-in-292 million. Here are things that you’re more likely to land than big bucks.
The Mississippi Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 4, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from May 4 drawing
03-06-08-11-21
Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 3 numbers from May 4 drawing
Midday: 8-9-0, FB: 4
Evening: 6-2-7, FB: 7
Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 4 numbers from May 4 drawing
Midday: 2-8-8-8, FB: 4
Evening: 4-8-5-3, FB: 7
Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from May 4 drawing
Midday: 02
Evening: 14
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Winnings of $599 or less can be claimed at any authorized Mississippi Lottery retailer.
Prizes between $600 and $99,999, may be claimed at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters or by mail. Mississippi Lottery Winner Claim form, proper identification (ID) and the original ticket must be provided for all claims of $600 or more. If mailing, send required documentation to:
Mississippi Lottery Corporation
P.O. Box 321462
Flowood, MS
39232
If your prize is $100,000 or more, the claim must be made in person at the Mississippi Lottery headquarters. Please bring identification, such as a government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card to verify your identity. Winners of large prizes may also have the option of setting up electronic funds transfer (EFT) for direct deposits into a bank account.
Mississippi Lottery Headquarters
1080 River Oaks Drive, Bldg. B-100
Flowood, MS
39232
Mississippi Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. For detailed instructions and necessary forms, please visit the Mississippi Lottery claim page.
When are the Mississippi Lottery drawings held?
- Cash 3: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash 4: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Match 5: Daily at 9:30 p.m. CT.
- Cash Pop: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
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