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Emily Terrell named Newton County’s 2025 Distinguished Young Woman
SUMMARY: Emily Terrell received awards in overall fitness, scholastic, and an essay award at the Distinguished Young Woman of Newton County competition. In addition to other preliminary awards, she also received the Vicki Castillo Empowerment Award. Emily is excited to meet new people and is preparing for the state competition to improve upon her talent and self-expression. Reflecting on her experience, she encourages others to start their research early and not wait until the last minute. She enjoyed the supportive environment of the competition and credits it with her growth and success.
She received awards in overall fitness, overall scholastic and won the Be Your Best Self Essay Award and Vicki Castillo Empowerment Award.
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Nick's Saturday PM Forecast 4/27
SUMMARY: The month has been warmer and drier than usual, with above average temperatures in the Pine Belt area. A southernly breeze is helping to make the warm weather more comfortable. Rain is expected to increase in the near future, with isolated storms on Sunday and a greater chance of rain on Monday. The rain may help to cool things off slightly, but the warm conditions will persist. Despite the rain, there is a drying out trend expected in the coming days. Overall, expect warm and muggy weather with increasing rain chances in the near future.
Nick's Saturday PM Forecast 4/27
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10pm Headline 4/27
SUMMARY: Jones County law enforcement leaders are required to undergo training on federal anti-discrimination laws following allegations from a former employee. The settlement agreement also includes a $55,000 payment to the former employee who filed a complaint of discrimination and civil rights violations. In other news, delays continue for the River Avenue Bridge Project, with completion dates shifting. The weather forecast predicts rain after a dry April, and a new school funding formula is heading to the governor's desk. Additionally, a community event in Wesboro aims to provide support for those affected by gun violence, and a charity event in Hattisburg raises funds to feed the hungry.
10pm Headline 4/27
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Extra Table fundraiser gathering funds to purchase extra food
SUMMARY: Food banks and soup kitchens in Mississippi received extra food from a fundraising event in Hattisburg. The annual Road Race raised money for Extra Table, an organization that supports food pantries and soup kitchens across the state. Cyclists and runners from Mississippi and other states participated in the event, with about $100,000 being raised. Participants took part in races of various lengths, all in support of feeding the hungry through Extra Table. The event also included a criterium race in downtown Hattisburg. The community came together to help those in need and support a good cause.
Extra Table fundraiser gathering funds to purchase extra food.
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