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Arctic cold blast claims the life of 6th Mississippian
SUMMARY: An arctic cold blast in Mississippi has resulted in six fatalities. The latest victim was from Washington County. Earlier incidents included a hit-and-run accident on Highway 49 in Humphreys County and hypothermia-related deaths in Sharkey and Chickasaw Counties. Governor Tate Reeves emphasized caution in light of the severe weather. With the forecast predicting more dangerous conditions, road travel, especially in North Mississippi, is discouraged. The public is advised to stay informed and prepared for hazardous driving conditions expected to worsen over the weekend.
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No. 25 Southern Miss rallies to take down Ole Miss 7-4
SUMMARY: The No. 25 Southern Miss baseball team mounted an impressive comeback with seven unanswered runs to defeat in-state rival Ole Miss 7-4. The victory came in front of a historic crowd at Pete Taylor Park. Despite Ole Miss starting strong with a 4-0 lead, Southern Miss's offense sparked midway through the game. Carson Paetow and Nike Monistere's hits tied the game, and further scoring, including Ozzie Pratt's contribution, ensured a lead that Southern Miss held onto. The pitching staff, including JB Middleton and Colby Allen, kept Ole Miss at bay. Southern Miss's next games are against Texas State, while Ole Miss faces LSU.
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Mississippi man sentenced to 20 years in prison for threatening postal worker
SUMMARY: Henry Weaver, a 47-year-old man from Sledge, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for threatening a postal worker with a dangerous weapon. The incident occurred in Marks, Mississippi, on April 23, 2022. Weaver was convicted on February 13 and has been ordered to follow his prison term with three years of supervised release. U.S. Attorney Clay Joyner emphasized that threats against mail carriers are intolerable. The case was investigated by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the Quitman County Sheriff's Office and was prosecuted by AUSA Robert Mims.
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Amid veterinarian shortage in rural areas, Mississippi State to offer new scholarship
SUMMARY: Mississippi State University is launching the Dr. Elton Mac Huddleston Rural Veterinarians Scholarship to address a shortage of large animal veterinarians in rural Mississippi. Supported by House Bill 1210, the program will provide scholarships to veterinary students who commit to practicing in underserved rural areas, with a focus on food supply animals. The incentive includes loan repayment assistance for current veterinarians seeking further large animal training. The university has received $18 million to upgrade its veterinary facilities in support of the initiative starting this fall, with penalties for recipients who don't fulfill their practice obligations.
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