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Total Solar Eclipse By The Numbers
SUMMARY: The 2024 total solar eclipse will pass through the United States from the Mexican border with Texas to Maine, covering 13 states in a path 2,142 miles long and an average of 5 miles wide. There will be 31.6 million people living in the path of totality and 149.5 million people within 200 miles of it. Those outside the path will still see a partial eclipse. Radar Base, Texas will experience the longest totality at 4 minutes 27 seconds. Carbondale, Illinois will have a second eclipse in less than 7 years, with the 2024 eclipse having a 68% longer duration of totality.
The total solar eclipse is approaching fast. It happens April 8th, cutting a path from Texas to Maine. More than twice as many people are in its path compared to the 2017 total solar eclipse. The Weather Channel Meteorologist, Alex Wilson walks through the numbers of this celestial wonder. Credit: The Weather Channel / Date: 3/28/24
SUMMARY: Jackson Police Department is cautioning the public about a hazardous sinkhole on the 3000 block of Forrest Avenue. They are advising citizens to steer clear of the area for their safety.
Massive sinkhole to be repaired in Jackson neighborhood
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SUMMARY: Three teams from our area had a strong start in the state baseball semifinals, with the opportunity to clinch state final births in game twos. Brandon, Warren Central, and St. Andrews all secured victories to advance. Brandon defeated Northwest Rankin, led by strong pitching from a Southern Miss commit. Warren Central won against Center Hill, highlighted by a game-clinching no-hitter. St. Andrews made quick work of Clarksdale, sweeping the series with a 6-0 victory. All three teams are now competing for the state championship, with Brandon looking to win for the first time since 1967.
Three area teams punch ticket to state baseball finals
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SUMMARY: Tarvin had a warrant for shooting into an occupied vehicle. A man who escaped custody after an apartment shooting turned himself in. The shooting happened at Pine Ridge Garden Apartments, injuring an 18-year-old who is now recovering. Amen Olu-Bala, 25, was taken into custody and faces charges of aggravated assault, shooting an occupied dwelling, and escape. The Hinds County Sheriff's Office reported the incident, where Olu-Bala escaped while being transported for questioning. He surrendered himself to authorities and is now in custody facing multiple charges related to the shooting incident.
Suspect turns himself in after escaping police custody
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