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2 murder suspects who escaped Mississippi jail are captured after manhunt
SUMMARY: Two inmates, Tyrekennel Collins, 24, and Dezarrious Johnson, 18, escaped from Claiborne County Detention Center in Mississippi while awaiting trial for separate murder charges. They were captured in an abandoned home after a manhunt. Surveillance footage showed them escaping through the ceiling and out an exterior wall. Johnson injured his leg during the escape and was seen limping. Both inmates are considered dangerous, and their escape added new charges. Collins is accused of an October 2023 murder in Copiah County, and Johnson faces murder and aggravated assault charges from October 2022 in Jefferson County.
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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: May 16-18
SUMMARY: This weekend (May 16-18), various events will take place across Mississippi. Highlights include Food Truck Friday in Jackson, live acoustic guitar in Clinton, and the Natchez Spring Carnival. Jackson will host exhibitions like “Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters” and “Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers.” On Saturday, family-friendly activities include a 5K run in Jackson, the Treaty Oak Revival concert in Brandon, and a farmers’ market in Vicksburg. In the Pine Belt, events like the Hattiesburg Craft Beer Fest and the Veterans Festival in Hattiesburg will also take place. Sunday features a community run in Jackson and a screening showcase.
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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: May 9-11
SUMMARY: This weekend (May 9-11) in Mississippi offers diverse activities across Central Mississippi and the Pine Belt. Highlights in Central Mississippi include Owl Prowl at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Jurassic Quest at the Jackson Convention Complex, live music events such as Live at Five in Natchez, plus theater, exhibitions, markets, and family-friendly festivals like the Natchez Spring Carnival. Jackson hosts the inaugural Coffee Festival and Shakespeare in the Park. In the Pine Belt, enjoy live music, zoo-themed celebrations, historical events, craft beer sampling, and comedy shows with comedian John Crist in Hattiesburg. There are also special Mother’s Day events throughout the region.
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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: April 25-27
SUMMARY: This weekend in Mississippi (April 25-27) features a variety of events across Central and Pine Belt regions. Highlights include MiraGotSoul at Vibe Studio in Jackson, a community Dinner and Movie in Clinton, and the Natchez Kite Festival. Enjoy live performances with Sweet Lizzy Project in Natchez and the New Bourbon Street Jazz Band in Clinton. Family-friendly activities include the Native Plant Fest and Community Farmers Market in Jackson. In Hattiesburg, catch the Henry Cho tour and the Downtown Crawfish Jam Music Festival. Overall, it’s a weekend full of entertainment, culture, and fun activities for all ages.
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