SUMMARY: This week is the South State titles for High School baseball and softball. The first game began with Ocean Springs facing Northwest Frank. The Lady Cougars initially took the lead but were denied by the lady Greyhounds. Despite loading the bases, Ocean Springs couldn't score. Northwest Frank's Brook Smith hit a two-run shot, extending their lead to six. They ultimately defeated Ocean Springs 11-2 in game one. The games are taking place outside of Jackson, with intense competition for both teams fighting for the title. The series will determine the South State champions in both baseball and softball.

HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL: Ocean Springs @ Northwest Rankin (5/8/2024) [7A Playoffs, South State]

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SUMMARY: The Shuckers faced the Montgomery Biscuits at Keeler Federal Park, with TJ Shook pitching a perfect first inning with two strikeouts. West Clark made an immediate impact by driving in two runs with a hit to left field, leading the Shuckers to a 3-0 lead in the first inning. Ernesto Martinez also contributed with a hit driving in a run. The Shuckers scored two more runs in the fourth inning and went on to shut out the Biscuits for a 5-0 victory, their fifth shutout win of the year.

Highlights from game one between the Shuckers and Biscuits.

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SUMMARY: The city of Discovery in Jackson County Ocean Springs is hosting the Taste of Ocean Springs Food and Wine Festival, with restaurants setting up booths at the l&n Depot for people to sample delicious treats. The festival is happening tonight from 6-8:30 p.m. Tickets are required for entry. In addition, Cruisin on the Coast, voted the best car event in the country, recently won USA Today's 10 Best Reader Choice Awards for 2024. The event, which started in 1996 with 374 vintage vehicles, broke records in 2023 with over 10,000 registered cruisers from 45 states, Canada, England, and Germany. The award is seen as a testament to the hard work put in over the years.

The Taste of Ocean Springs Food and Wine Festival is happening Thursday night at the L&N Depot.

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