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Hattiesburg native and civil rights activist Dorie Ladner passes away at 81
SUMMARY: Dorie Ann Ladner, a dedicated civil rights activist from Hattiesburg, passed away at 81 due to COVID-19 complications. A key member of the NAACP, SNCC, and voter registration efforts in Mississippi, she made lasting contributions in the fight for equality. Ladner bravely stood against racism from a young age, eventually taking her activism to Washington, D.C. for 50 years. Celebrated for her relentless spirit and service to disenfranchised communities, she is survived by her daughter and grandson. Funeral plans have yet to be announced. Her legacy persists as an inspiration for future generations.
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Gulfport 17-year-old charged after two friends killed during attempted robbery
SUMMARY: Lawrence Blair Corley IV, a 17-year-old from Mississippi's Gulf Coast, has been arrested and charged with two counts of capital murder after a fatal shootout during an attempted robbery. Corley, along with Temi Lawal and Lorenzo Stennis, allegedly tried to rob a home on May 13. The homeowner shot Lawal and Stennis, leading to their deaths; Lawal died on the scene, and Corley drove Stennis to a hospital where he later died. As Corley was part of the robbery that resulted in these fatalities, he faces capital murder charges, but the homeowner will not be charged for shooting the intruders.
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Chad Kelly withdraws from training camp amid sexual harassment allegation
SUMMARY: Chad Kelly, the reigning MVP of the Canadian Football League (CFL), has temporarily left the Toronto Argonauts' training camp after being suspended over sexual harassment allegations. The former Ole Miss quarterback is facing a nine-game suspension by the CFL after a female strength coach claimed she faced harassment and wrongful termination. While his legal team addresses the CFL investigation's findings, Kelly has chosen to focus on personal reflection and improvement, aiming to minimize team distractions as he prepares to earn reinstatement and trust. Meanwhile, to return to play, he must complete independent assessments and counseling sessions addressing gender-based violence.
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Reeves signs legislation sending $6.9 million to downtown development projects
SUMMARY: Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has enacted two bills supporting state downtown revitalization. Senate Bill 2696 establishes the Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant (MMSRG), while Senate Bill 3056 appropriates $6.972 million across 19 projects and provides $500,000 for the Mississippi Main Street Association (MMSA). This initiative will fund improvements in communities like Amory, Biloxi, and Vicksburg. Funding up to $500,000 per community is competitive, with application and eligibility requirements varying by population size. The MMSA, appreciative of legislative trust, encourages future community participation in this ongoing program.
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