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Mississippi Stories: Ellis Nassour – Mississippi Today

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Mississippi Stories: Ellis Nassour

In this episode of , Editor-at-Large Marshall Ramsey sits down with author, reporter and playwright Ellis Nassour. Nassour, a native of Vicksburg has lived a colorful covering celebrities and the entertainment scene.

Author of the book “Honky Tonk Angel: The Intimate Story of Patsy Cline,” he talks about writing that book, which has been in print for over 40 years now. Nassour discusses Cline's colorful but short life and the people he interviewed to write it. He also covers his involvement in “Jesus Christ Superstar” and how he observed first-hand the attack on the World Trade Center on 9/11. Nassour dreamed he would write for the “New York Times” and be involved in the entertainment business, both of which he has accomplished. His is an interesting story about making lucky breaks and how hard work can you an interesting life.

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This article first appeared on Mississippi Today and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.

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Warm but breezy weekend ahead! – Home – WCBI TV

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www.wcbi.com – Belle Oliver – 2024-04-27 10:11:56

SUMMARY: The upcoming will bring warm weather with highs in the 80s before the next of rain on Monday. Saturday and Sunday will have partly cloudy skies with temperatures in the mid 80s, and the possibility of some experiencing light rain. Winds will be breezy, with gusts up to 25 mph. Looking ahead to next , rain and storms are expected on Monday afternoon, possibly lingering through Tuesday and Wednesday. Temperatures will remain in the 80s throughout the week.

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One injured in Mississippi officer-involved shooting after chase

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-04-27 08:36:50

SUMMARY: A in Clay County, Mississippi was shot by a deputy after a chase on April 26th. The driver refused to stop the vehicle, leading the deputy on a brief chase. The driver displayed a firearm towards the deputy, prompting the deputy to shoot. The driver was taken to the hospital, and the deputy was unharmed. The Mississippi of Investigation will be investigating the shooting and will share their findings with the 's Office.

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Flywheel Festival features antique engines, food, fun

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www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2024-04-26 19:01:53

SUMMARY: The Spring Flywheel in Houston, Mississippi, attracted large crowds and highlighted improvements at the park. The festival food vendors, antique flywheels, and tractor , showcasing the hobby and lifestyle of restoring and exhibiting old engines and tractors. Attendees could also for clothes, hats, toys, and other items at the festival, which ran through Saturday. The drew the largest Friday afternoon crowd in its history, and visitors enjoyed a variety of activities and entertainment. For more information and a complete schedule, interested individuals were directed to visit seechickasaw.com.

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