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Former Mississippi political candidate accused of destroying Satanic display in Iowa to be arraigned
SUMMARY: Michael Cassidy, 35, a former Mississippi political candidate, is scheduled for arraignment on a hate crime charge related to a December incident in Iowa, where he allegedly destroyed a Satanic Temple display at the state capitol. Initially facing fourth-degree criminal mischief charges for vandalizing the display, featuring a Baphomet statue, damages were estimated between $750 and $1,500. Further investigations led to Cassidy's upgraded charge to third-degree criminal mischief and the subsequent hate crime charge. Cassidy, who has raised over $130,000 for his legal defense, previously lost two political races in Mississippi.
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Leopold Conservation Award comes to Mississippi
SUMMARY: The Leopold Conservation Award, celebrating voluntary conservation efforts on farms, ranches, and forestland, is now available in Mississippi. Named after conservationist Aldo Leopold, the award acknowledges exceptional land management in soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitats. Mississippi joins 28 other states in presenting this $10,000 award through collaborations with organizations like the Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation and The Nature Conservancy. Farmers and ranchers in Mississippi making significant environmental strides can be nominated until July 30, 2024. Winners will receive the cash prize and national recognition for their conservation achievements.
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Officials to break ground on Amazon Web Services Monday morning
SUMMARY: Officials will gather in Madison County for a groundbreaking ceremony for Amazon Web Services (AWS) on Monday. AWS is investing over $10 billion into two hyperscale data centers in Mississippi, one at the Madison County Mega Site and another near Tougaloo College. Gov. Tate Reeves signed legislation in January facilitating this project, expected to create over 1,000 high-tech jobs. Lawmakers appropriated $44 million for infrastructure and loaned $215.1 million to ensure project completion within five to seven years. The groundbreaking event is scheduled for 9 a.m. at 108 Walker Drive in Canton.
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Months after fans called for Lemonis’ job, Mississippi State baseball back in postseason
SUMMARY: Three months ago, Mississippi State fans criticized head baseball coach Chris Lemonis, doubting his 2021 championship success. Now, as postseason play begins, Lemonis is enjoying renewed support. Despite recent disappointments, the Bulldogs are ranked and in the top half of the SEC. Lemonis is focused on SEC Tournament success and preparing for a regional. National analyst Eric Sorenson and Kendall Rogers from D1Baseball champion Lemonis, suggesting the two lackluster seasons were anomalies. Heading into the SEC Tournament as a five-seed, Mississippi State may face hosting challenges, but Lemonis argues his team deserves it. They face rival Ole Miss on Tuesday.
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