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Derek Carr found what he was seeking in New Orleans

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On Saturday morning, Derek Carr signed his contract with the New Orleans Saints for 4 years, $150 million with $100 million guaranteed.

Carr, a four-time Pro Bowler released by the Las Vegas Raiders this offseason, started all 142 regular-season he played in for the Raiders, setting franchise for completions (3,201), attempts (4,958), completion percentage (64.6), passing yards (35,222), and touchdowns (217) with 99 interceptions.

In 2022, the nine-year veteran completed 305 of 502 passes for 3,522 yards and 24 touchdowns with 14 interceptions. Carr was selected to play in the Pro Bowl from 2015-2017 and again in 2022 and has never thrown more than 14 interceptions in a season.

“A lot of what he (Drew Brees) said is probably why I'm sitting here ,” said Carr about his discussions with Brees prior to signing with the Saints. “You can tell he's a genuine, so a lot of what he had to say was going to carry weight with me.”

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By: Hunter Dawkins
Title: Derek Carr found what he was seeking in New Orleans
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Published Date: Sat, 11 Mar 2023 23:40:34 +0000

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Willis Miller sentenced to 45 years in prison, mandatory

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www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-04-18 16:53:40

SUMMARY: Willis Miller was to 45 years in prison for killing Paisley “Gabby” Frazier while drinking and driving. Frazier died in an ATV crash, and another child was . The incident occurred in April 2022 and Miller was found guilty of aggravated DUI and aggravated assault. Frazier's mother, Caprice Thompson, expressed relief at the sentencing but acknowledged the pain of losing her daughter. District Attorney Scott Colom emphasized the seriousness of drinking and driving, noting Miller was driving 97 miles per hour on the wrong side of the road. Thompson hopes the case serves as a warning about the dangers of drinking and driving.

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Discrepancies questioned in JXN Water revenue reports

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www.wjtv.com – Delesha – 2024-04-18 16:23:39

SUMMARY: Three reports were released containing JXN 's sanitation revenue data from October to December 2023. 's chief financial officer met with JXN Water to discuss the discrepancies in the data, revealing that only 50-53% of the billed sanitation revenue was collected. Jackson raised concerns about a possible rise in garbage bills due to low collection rates. However, JXN Water defended itself, stating that their collections exceeded costs for the 's new garbage contract. JXN Water declined to comment further on the issue.

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Body found in Pearl River confirmed to be missing Jackson man

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www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2024-04-18 13:28:16

SUMMARY: The body of missing Belhaven man Dau Mabil was found in the Pearl in Lawrence County. The autopsy did not show any signs of foul play, but further testing is pending for an official determination. Mabil was last seen in in March 2024. Attorney Lisa Ross has obtained an order to prevent the burial or cremation of Mabil's remains until an autopsy can be conducted. U.S. Representative Bennie Thompson has requested the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate Mabil's disappearance. Thompson aims to a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mabil's disappearance.

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