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Athletes with Mississippi ties heading to the Paris Olympics
SUMMARY: As the 2024 Summer Olympics approaches, nearly 20 athletes with ties to Mississippi are set to compete. These include Sam Kendricks in men’s pole vault, Shelby McEwen in men’s high jump, Devin Booker in men’s basketball, Curtis Thompson in men’s javelin throw, and Navasky Anderson in the 800m for Jamaica. Other notable athletes are Marco Arop for Canada, Nuno Borges for Portugal, Lee Eppie for Botswana, Ilana Izquierdo and Catalina Perez for Colombia, Anderson Peters for Grenada, and Mario Garcia Romo for Spain. Mississippi ranks as the 20th most decorated state for Olympic success in the US. Opening ceremonies are on July 26.
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Countdown to 53: Unofficial depth chart for New Orleans Saints
SUMMARY: After 10 days of training camp, the New Orleans Saints, led by new head coach Kellen Moore, are assessing their roster for the 2025 season. The team features a mix of veterans like Alvin Kamara and rising talent such as Tyler Shough at quarterback. The offense includes key players like Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson, with injury concerns around Taysom Hill. Defensively, stars like Chase Young and Demario Davis anchor the lineup, while rookies like Danny Stutsman and Quincy Riley compete for roles. Special teams remain stable with Blake Grupe as kicker and Matthew Hayball as punter. The team aims to break a playoff drought since 2020.
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International chemical company investing $5.52M in Clarke County
SUMMARY: International chemical manufacturer Mancuso Chemicals Limited, based in Canada, is opening a logistics distribution center in Pachuta, Clarke County, Mississippi. The company imports products from its facilities in Canada and Peru and serves industries including metalworking, oil-based paint, automotive fluid, and phenolic resin across North and South America. This \$5.52 million investment will create 17 local jobs, with plans to expand manufacturing and enter the Mexican market. Supported by the Mississippi Development Authority and local governments, Mancuso aims to leverage local infrastructure for efficient distribution. Gov. Tate Reeves praised the investment as part of Mississippi’s growing business momentum.
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Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame inducts class of 2025
SUMMARY: Eight new members were inducted into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame, including players and coaches across multiple sports. The 2025 class features Scott Berry, former Southern Miss baseball coach with nine NCAA appearances; Steve Freeman, NFL defensive back turned official; Dexter McCluster, Ole Miss football star and NFL punt return leader; high school football coach Mike Justice with four state titles; Derrick Nix, Auburn offensive coordinator and former Southern Miss and Ole Miss coach; basketball coaches Steve Rives and Mo Williams, the latter an NBA All-Star and current Jackson State coach; and golfer Robbie Webb, known for mentoring young players.
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