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Birthday benefit held in honor of Chloe Taylor-WXXV 25
The family of a Hurley teenager killed in a car accident last year celebrated her birthday with a benefit for something near and dear to her heart.
Sixteen-year-old Chloe Taylor always loved animals. Her first job was at a pet grooming business where she spent every day loving on dogs and cats.
That's why her family chose to partner with the Jackson County Animal Shelter for what would have been Chloe's 17th birthday.
Animals were available for adoption, people brought in dog and cat food, and also bought bracelets and key chains to raise money for the shelter.
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SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves declared May 5 – May 11, 2024, as Hurricane Preparedness Week in Mississippi. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency advises citizens to prepare for the upcoming 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, following a record-breaking year with 20 named storms. They urge Mississippians to have a disaster supply kit, food, and water for at least 72 hours. MEMA will share important information on social media each day of the week and has created a new Hurricane Guide. The official Atlantic Hurricane Season is from June 1 to November 30, 2024. MEMA encourages Mississippians to be prepared and stay informed.
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SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi is launching the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center in fall 2024 to train journalists in providing important, fact-based reporting for under-reported communities in the state and combatting disinformation. Named after Roy W. Howard, the center will educate students in providing reliable news coverage, debunking false information, and promoting media literacy. It will also establish partnerships and bureaus in different locations to create professional-level local content and build trust with the community. The center aims to address the news desert in Southeast Mississippi and provide real-world experiences for students while upholding professional journalism standards.
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