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Emmett Till Honored
SUMMARY: After 68 years, a monument is being dedicated to Emmett Till, a young African American boy whose brutal murder sparked the civil rights movement. The monument will also honor Till's mother, Mamie Till, who courageously shared graphic images of her son's body. The dedication of the monument reflects the lasting impact of their story, which has captivated millions. President Biden paid tribute to Emmett Till and Mamie Till at the White House, emphasizing their place in the deep and complex history of America. This legacy will be forever memorialized in three separate locations related to Till's life and murder.
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SUMMARY: 16 WAPT's Kennedi Cooper reports on a carnival event in the city of Byram, Mississippi, featuring rides for kids, music, vendors, and plenty of food. Mayor Richard Wright expresses gratitude for the nice weather and turnout. Car shows, fireworks, and a variety of food options like deep-fried Oreos and nachos are available. Vendors are selling merchandise, and there are carnival rides and prizes to win. A former circus clown named Cupcake now works at carnivals and enjoys making kids and parents happy. The community event aims to bring people together and create a fun bonding experience for families.
Byram's Swinging Bridge Festival returns for the 16th year
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SUMMARY: Today marks the third anniversary of a plane crash in Hattisburg that killed four people, including Gary Stanley who was in his home at the time. The site of the crash has since been cleared, but the memory remains. Stanley's family reflects on how they have managed to keep moving forward, emphasizing his strong faith and love for family and the Dallas Cowboys. They credit the support of the community for helping them heal. As they remember Stanley on what would have been his 59th birthday, they encourage others to cherish their loved ones and appreciate the time spent with them.
Hattiesburg man killed by airplane three years ago remembered.
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Another stellar outing by Billy Oldham helps lift Southern Miss past Coastal Carolina
SUMMARY: Southern Miss has 10 games left on their schedule, with a strong desire to make it back to the NCAA regionals. They recently faced off against Coastal Carolina, with Nick Monastier hitting a solo shot to tie the game. Aussie Pratt and Dalton McIntyre also contributed to the team's win. Pitcher Billy Olden stood out with a career-high 11 strikeouts in the game. The team has been working on communication and teamwork, with older players taking on leadership roles. Former Southern Miss athlete Duran Dun, now known as The Freeze at Braves games, returned to campus to throw out the first pitch.
Another stellar outing by Billy Oldham helps lift Southern Miss past Coastal Carolina
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