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Rosalynn Carter, outspoken former first lady, dies at 96
SUMMARY: Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter died at 96 in her Georgia home, enduring dementia and declining health. As Jimmy Carter’s closest adviser, she was known for her influence across their partnership and humanitarian work. President Biden praised the Carters, highlighting their integrity and grace. An advocate for mental health and women’s rights, Rosalynn Carter fostered a unique role among First Ladies, engaging in policy and aiding Jimmy Carter throughout his career. The Carters, married over 77 years, spent post-presidency advancing human rights and health. Public and private ceremonies to honor her life are scheduled after Thanksgiving.
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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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SUMMARY: This weekend (April 18-20), Mississippi offers a variety of events for all ages. In Jackson, enjoy Food Truck Friday, a jazz concert, free outdoor movie screenings, and multiple exhibitions including “Of Salt and Spirit” and “Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers.” For family fun, there’s an Easter Egg Hunt at the Ag Museum and “Bunnies & Butterflies” at MCM. Natchez features the Spring Pilgrimage, Lafayette’s 200th anniversary celebration, and a farmers market. In the Pine Belt, highlights include Live at Five, a Spring Candle-Making Workshop, and Easter events at the Hattiesburg Zoo. Don’t miss the Bluff City Block Party and more!
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SUMMARY: This weekend in Mississippi (April 11-13), enjoy a variety of events across the state. Highlights include the Eudora Welty Birthday Bash in Jackson, Trivia Night at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, and Boots & Bling Fundraiser in Natchez. For family fun, check out the Bunny Bonanza in Jackson or the Easter Egg Hunt in Clinton. The Natchez Concours d’Elegance Car Show and Stranger Than Fiction Film Festival offer cultural experiences, while the 12th Annual Dragon Boat Regatta in Ridgeland and the Hub City Classic Car Show in Hattiesburg provide exciting activities for all ages.
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Donor privacy proposal clears North Carolina Senate | North Carolina
Robert Prevost, first pope from US in history of the Catholic Church, takes the name Leo XIV
Union County Museum celebrates Faulkner with garden
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Gautier voters prepare for mayoral race
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Statement from Bishop Louis F. Kihneman III on the Election of Pope Leo XIV
Rankin County man faces up to 45 years in prison for sexually assaulting minor
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Who is Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV?
Missouri family, two Oklahoma teens among 8 killed in Franklin County crash
Small town library in WV closes after 50 years
Motel in Roswell shutters after underage human trafficking sting | FOX 5 News
2 killed, 6 others injured in crash on Hwy 210 in Harnett County
Family seeks justice for father’s mysterious murder in NW Harris County
States Push Medicaid Work Rules, but Few Programs Help Enrollees Find Jobs
Op-Ed: Oklahoma should tell Maryland: Let them eat crab cake | Opinion
Businesses concerned over workers during tourism season
SpaceX workers in South Texas to vote on new city
President Trump delivers the commencement address at the University of Alabama
Union County Museum celebrates Faulkner with garden
Gautier voters prepare for mayoral race
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News from the South - Missouri News Feed3 days agoMissouri family, two Oklahoma teens among 8 killed in Franklin County crash
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News from the South - West Virginia News Feed6 days ago
Small town library in WV closes after 50 years
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News from the South - Georgia News Feed2 days ago
Motel in Roswell shutters after underage human trafficking sting | FOX 5 News
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News from the South - North Carolina News Feed7 days ago
2 killed, 6 others injured in crash on Hwy 210 in Harnett County
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News from the South - Texas News Feed6 days ago
Family seeks justice for father’s mysterious murder in NW Harris County
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News from the South - Arkansas News Feed7 days ago
States Push Medicaid Work Rules, but Few Programs Help Enrollees Find Jobs
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News from the South - Oklahoma News Feed7 days agoOp-Ed: Oklahoma should tell Maryland: Let them eat crab cake | Opinion
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Local News6 days agoBusinesses concerned over workers during tourism season
