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NEMCC cruises in quarterfinal round of playoffs
SUMMARY: Mr. Anderson watched as his Tigers played in the playoffs. Tyler Bird continued his strong performance, scoring tough buckets and hitting free throws. Ronnie Ellis also contributed with a three-pointer. Josh Hullman had a big game, finishing plays and getting fouls. The Tigers dominated the game, with CJ Williams and Hullman cleaning up plays and securing rebounds. Northeast ultimately won against Pro River with a score of 71-55. The team's strong performance led them to victory in the quarterfinal round of the playoffs.
The Northeast Tigers took on Pearl River Community College in the quarterfinal round of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) region 23 playoffs.
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Seven rescued by law enforcement after being stuck on sandbar in Monroe County
SUMMARY: In Monroe County, several people, including children, faced a potentially deadly situation. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office shared on Facebook that a 911 caller reported being stranded on a sandbar in Town Creek, in the Bigby area. Sheriff Kevin Crook stated that seven individuals were surrounded by rushing water. A deputy went home to Amory, retrieved his boat, and, along with a state wildlife officer, rescued the stranded group. The sheriff noted that the water rose rapidly due to a storm miles upstream, creating a deceptive and dangerous situation for the swimmers.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says seven people were rescued after being trapped on a sandbar.
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'Empowering Health” conference for Black men held in Jackson
SUMMARY: In Jackson, a conference organized by Fresh Start Ministries, involving multiple groups, aimed to educate Black men about the importance of self-care. Health experts from various fields, both in person and via Zoom, addressed health disparities, preventive measures, and wellness strategies to improve their longevity. Fresh Start Christian Church Pastor James Henley highlighted that the average lifespan for African-American men in Mississippi is about 68 years, partly due to neglecting regular checkups. Henley emphasized the importance of early retirement planning, noting that over 30 men participated online, with numerous others attending in person.
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Three arrests made in Clay County homicide investigation
SUMMARY: Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott confirmed three individuals, including Keon Boyd and Stric Griffi, have been charged with the murder of Ronald Bean, who was shot and killed on Saturday. Bean's body was discovered off Clay-Chiasa County Line Road. The incident reportedly began at CC's Club. A video shows Bean's car being towed from the scene. Further updates on this ongoing investigation will be provided on WTVA.com.
Three arrests have been made following the discovery of a body in Clay County.
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