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Hometown Hero: Jan Shook delivers meals to those in need
SUMMARY: Jan Shook has been helping ensure food security in her community for 11 years as the director of Outreach Ministers at St. Peters by the Sea and board member for Feed my Sheep. In addition to delivering meals Monday through Friday, she starts her ‘Biscuit Brigade' on Saturdays at 6:30 am. Much appreciated by recipients like Betty, who has mobility issues, Shook has built strong friendships through her service. Shook emphasizes the need for empathy and kindness towards people facing difficult times, reminding folks that “we're all God's children.”
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West Harrison teenager Kinsley McBride earned the right to compete in the National Junior High Rodeo Finals in Des Moines, Iowa
SUMMARY: Kinsley McBride, a rising 8th grader from West Harrison, excels in multiple rodeo events, driven by a lifelong fascination with horses. Starting lessons due to her grandmother's influence, she has been training horses since age three. Her bond with her horse Houdini, whom she began working with at six, is crucial to their success. McBride competes in various events including pole bending and breakaway roping, and recently qualified for the National Junior High Finals Rodeo. Alongside her rodeo aspirations, she prioritizes her studies and spiritual life, aiming to compete in college rodeos and potentially the National Rodeo Finals.
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MSU researcher part of $19 million NASA mission focused on ‘true brightness’ of stars, secrets of ‘dark energy’
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Mississippi State University astrophysicist Angelle Tanner is leading the science effort on the $19.5 million Landolt NASA Space Mission, an initiative to place an artificial star into Earth's orbit. This will enhance telescope calibration and accuracy in star brightness measurements, addressing critical astrophysical challenges like the universe's speed and acceleration. Tanner, managing a $300,000 sub-grant, collaborates with a team using cubesats and telescopes for this mission. The project honors LSU Professor Arlo Landolt. Tanner has also been involved in launching a telescope to the moon and discovering a nearby exoplanet. Visit MSU for more details.
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IRS warns against scams targeting Mississippi seniors; joins other federal agencies to recognize special awareness day
SUMMARY: The IRS has issued a warning about increasing impersonation scams targeting seniors. These scams involve fraudsters posing as IRS officials or other authorities to steal money and personal information. Scammers often use urgent threats and request unconventional payments like gift cards or wire transfers. Seniors are advised to hang up on unexpected IRS calls and verify legitimacy directly through the IRS. As part of broader efforts for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the IRS continues to work with various agencies to combat these scams. Reports of fraud can be made to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration and the National Elder Fraud Hotline.
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