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Gas company knew of leaks before Jackson home explosions, federal officials report

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-02-21 08:17:02

SUMMARY: Federal officials allege that Atmos Energy was aware of leaks in their gas distribution system before two home explosions in Jackson, resulting in one death. The National Transportation Safety Board reports that leaks near the explosion sites were identified but not repaired before the incidents. A leak on November 11 was classified as grade-2 (nonhazardous but needing future repair), while a leak on December 1 was classified as grade-3 (nonhazardous). An 82-year-old woman, Clara Barbour, died in the first explosion. Congressman Bennie Thompson is seeking a briefing to investigate prevention measures. Investigations into the company’s leak detection practices continue.

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Ole Miss kicker Lucas Carneiro named to Lou Groza Award watch list

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-08-01 12:50:00

SUMMARY: Ole Miss specialist Lucas Carneiro was named to the 2025 Lou Groza Award preseason watch list, recognizing the nation’s top college placekicker. A transfer from Western Kentucky, Carneiro impressed in his sophomore season after moving from Bowling Green to Ole Miss, earning Conference USA Special Teams Player of the Year honors. He completed 18 of 19 field goals, including a perfect 6-for-6 from 50+ yards, and converted all 41 extra points. His 94.7% field goal rate ranks second among returning FBS kickers. Semifinalists will be announced November 18, with the winner crowned December 12 on ESPN.

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‘Operation Guardian Force’ yields 72 arrests, 29 human trafficking victims rescued

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-07-31 13:07:00

SUMMARY: A statewide law enforcement effort in Mississippi, called “Operation Guardian Force,” led to 72 arrests related to human and drug trafficking and offenses against children, along with the rescue of 29 trafficking victims. The two-week operation involved 400 officers from federal, state, and local agencies, including the Attorney General’s Human Trafficking Task Force and other specialized units. Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch emphasized the commitment to removing traffickers and aiding victims. Partnering agencies included the FBI, DEA, and numerous local police and sheriff’s departments. Victim services were provided by organizations such as the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence.

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Mississippi State baseball schedules Pensacola exhibition against Florida State

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-07-30 12:11:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi State baseball will open its 2026 season with an exhibition game against Florida State on October 18 at Blue Wahoos Stadium in Pensacola. After a postseason run in 2025 under interim coach Justin Parker, the Bulldogs fell to FSU in the Tallahassee Regional championship. The 2026 team, led by new head coach Brian O’Connor, returns few starters but adds several transfer players. The exhibition offers fans an early look at this revamped roster. Tickets go on sale to the public August 12. Blue Wahoos president Jonathan Griffith highlighted the event’s significance given both programs’ College World Series histories.

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