SUMMARY: A Mississippi sheriff’s deputy, Adrian Durr, 43, has been indicted for using excessive force against a handcuffed arrestee. The incident involved Durr striking the detainee, who was shackled and restrained, with a taser’s handgrip and kicking him in the head, rendering him unconscious. Durr faces charges of deprivation of civil rights under color of law and could receive a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison if convicted. The FBI is investigating the case, emphasizing that such abuse erodes public trust in law enforcement, and it is unclear if Durr remains employed as a deputy.

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SUMMARY: Country music pioneer Marty Gamblin passed away at 80 on Wednesday. A native of Philadelphia, he had a notable 40-year career in the entertainment industry, managing Grammy-winning artist Bryan White and helping to launch the career of renowned country singer Alan Jackson. As a music publisher, Gamblin contributed to 16 Billboard No. 1 singles. He returned to Mississippi to serve as the founding executive director of the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience in Meridian. In 2019, he received recognition with a marker on the Mississippi Music Trail for his significant contributions to the music industry.

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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Mud Monsters, a new Frontier League team based in Pearl, unveiled their logo featuring a fierce catfish, symbolizing legendary tales of the state‘s waters. Assistant GM David Kerr emphasized the logo’s connection to fun and ferocity. The team name emerged from over 5,600 fan votes, confirming Mississippi’s strong baseball culture. Slated to debut in May, management aims to engage the local community, highlighting family-oriented and affordable entertainment. Efforts include hiring a team manager, developing a mascot, and launching merchandise sales, with an online store opening soon and representatives present during local events.

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