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Meridian Community College announces new competitive dance program

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3 months ago

February 13, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-02-13 09:59:16

SUMMARY: Next Friday, the Northwest Florida Raiders will host the first baseball game. Meanwhile, the athletic department at M-C-C announced the addition of competitive dance to the school and introduced Angie Partridge as the inaugural dance coach. Partridge, a Meridian native, has been teaching dance for over 21 years at Carol Merill Academy. The team hopes to represent M-C-C at the Universal Dance Association Small College Championships and perform at the school's basketball and baseball games in the 2025 season. Partridge is excited about the opportunity to build her own program and hopes to take the dance team out in the community to show support for Meridian.

Meridian Community College introduces Angie Partridge as the college's first ever Dance coach at the Phi Theta Kappa Courtyard on campus Friday afternoon.

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Northwest Rankin has a new boys basketball head coach

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4 hours ago

May 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-14 00:17:28

SUMMARY: Northwest Rankin High School has hired former Provine head coach, Sir Dante Washington, to lead their boys basketball program. Washington led Provine to two state semifinals in his 11 years as head coach. He brings his competitive style of play and work ethic to NWR, emphasizing the importance of hard work and daily grind. Washington replaces Josh Luckett, who is now at Clinton High School. The two coaches are good friends and will compete against each other in the upcoming season. Washington's appointment signals a new era for NWR basketball, with a focus on competitiveness and hard work.

Longtime Provine basketball coach Sirdonta Washington is now at Northwest Rankin as he takes over the Cougars boys basketball program.

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Hub City announces $2.2 M grant for next phase of Gordon's creek project

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5 hours ago

May 13, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-13 23:56:49

SUMMARY: Gordon's Creek in Hattisburg is set to undergo significant improvements to boost ecotourism with a grant of over $2 million from the Mississippi outdoor stewardship trust fund. The project will include an 8ft pathway and pedestrian bridge connecting the Gordon's Creek linear trail with other nearby parks, an outdoor classroom, and picturesque views of the Leaf River. The goal is to change the perception of Gordon's Creek and the Leaf River from merely bodies of water to valuable assets that attract more visitors. Hattisburg's project received the most funding in this round of grants, with the hope for construction to begin next year.

Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker announced a significant grant from the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund (MOSTF).

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Lamar County School District bond referendum vote Tuesday

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5 hours ago

May 13, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-13 23:56:18

SUMMARY: Tomorrow, residents in Lamar County will have the chance to vote for or against a $117 million bond issue for the school district. School leaders believe this investment will enhance the schools and attract more people to the area. Property taxes would increase by $25 annually for a $100,000 home and $11 per year for a $115,000 vehicle. Voting will take place from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and precinct information can be found on wdam.com. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and participate in the decision-making process.