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Former Rankin County tax collector clerk sentenced for embezzlement
SUMMARY: Brittney Phillips, a former clerk at the Rankin County Tax Collector’s Office, faces four years in prison for embezzling public funds by not registering car tags and taking cash payments for personal use. She was arrested in November and pleaded guilty to embezzlement, previously receiving a $36,583.47 demand letter for the misused funds. State Auditor Shad White praised the collaborative efforts leading to her prosecution. Phillips, sentenced to 10 years with six suspended, will also serve five years of supervised probation. A $50,000 surety bond covered her employment, protecting taxpayers from corruption.
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Biloxi Shuckers eliminated from 2025 playoffs by Montgomery
SUMMARY: Mississippi’s only major-league affiliated team, the Biloxi Shuckers, was eliminated from the 2025 Southern League playoffs after a 4-2 loss to the Montgomery Biscuits in game two of the Division Series. This marks the second consecutive year Montgomery has ousted Biloxi. The Shuckers finished the season 74-64, winning the South Division first-half title. Manager Joe Ayrault, who battled and beat stage 3 colon cancer during the season, praised the team’s effort. Despite an early lead from Jesus Made’s homer and Blake Burke’s RBI single, Montgomery rallied in the eighth inning to win. Biloxi’s next season starts April 3, 2026.
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NCAA eliminates spring transfer period for football
SUMMARY: The NCAA has approved eliminating the spring transfer period for FBS and FCS college football players, following a recommendation to modify the recruiting calendar. The new system introduces a single 10-day transfer portal window from January 2-11 for undergraduate and postgraduate players, replacing the current 20-day December window and 10-day April window. Coaches can still enter the portal within 30 days if their coach leaves or is fired. Players in postseason games after January 7 have a five-day transfer window post-final game. The rule aims to reduce leverage use for NIL deals and takes effect in the upcoming cycle, despite some coaching concerns.
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Delta State officials counter rumors as investigation continues into Black student found hanging
SUMMARY: Delta State University and law enforcement held a press conference regarding the death of 21-year-old Demartravion “Trey” Reed, found hanging on campus. Despite social media claims of a lynching, police reported no evidence of foul play or assault injuries. Reed’s body was sent for further examination, with preliminary autopsy results expected soon. University President Daniel Ennis stated he has been in contact with Reed’s emergency contacts, though some family members dispute this. Reed’s attorneys, including Ben Crump, demand video evidence and an independent investigation. U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson has called for a federal inquiry into the case.
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