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Amory resident Zachariah Smith discusses ‘American Idol’ journey
Amory resident Zachariah Smith has started his journey through ABC's American Idol after receiving a golden ticket during the season premiere last month.
Smith, a former Indiana native who works as a fry cook at Bill's Hamburgers in Monroe County, garnered the attention of all three judges during his cover of John Mellencamp's “Hurts So Good.”
“Go back to Amory, get your damn apron, get a little lighter fluid, and burn the apron,” judge Luke Bryan told Smith after his audition.
Smith explained during an interview on Good Things with Rebecca Turnerthat he thought Bryan was sending him home at first, but was thrilled when he received three votes from the judges.
“To hear that I wasn't going to have to be making burgers anymore, I was ecstatic,” Smith said. “I'm just so thankful for each and every single one of them for finally giving me that ‘yes' that I've awaited all of these years.”
According to the 19-year-old, he had originally chosen to…
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By: Alyssa Arbuckle
Title: Amory resident Zachariah Smith discusses ‘American Idol' journey
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/amory-resident-zachariah-smith-discusses-american-idol-journey/
Published Date: Wed, 22 Mar 2023 19:37:39 +0000
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Alabama man killed in Hinds County crash
SUMMARY: An Alabama man, Curicous Palmer, was killed in a crash in Hinds County on U.S. 80 near Jones Road on April 28, just after 5:00 p.m. Palmer was driving a 2017 Ford Focus when he ran off the road and hit a tree, causing him to be ejected from the vehicle. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash is currently being investigated by the Mississippi Highway Patrol.
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One killed, three injured in Utica club shooting
SUMMARY: One person was killed and three others were injured in a shooting at a club in Utica, Mississippi. The incident occurred at the Sugar Shack Club just before midnight on April 28. 41-year-old Jason Harris was shot multiple times and died at the scene. Three victims were injured, with two in stable condition and one in critical condition at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. At least one person has been detained for questioning, and investigators believe the shooting was the result of an altercation involving multiple individuals. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Hinds County Sheriff's Office.
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Rain possible Monday PM, warming up-mid-week – Home – WCBI TV
SUMMARY: Rain chances will start the week with temperatures near 80 degrees in Columbus, Mississippi. Widespread rain is expected to stay south, but scattered downpours are possible. Isolated showers may continue into Monday evening with temperatures dropping to the low 60s. Mid-week will bring decreasing clouds on Tuesday and highs in the low 80s. Wednesday and Thursday will be warmer with temperatures in the upper 80s and plenty of sunshine. Friday may see more rain and possible storms as another front moves in. Overall, a mix of rainy and warm weather is expected throughout the week.
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