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Gunasekara appeals to U.S. Supreme Court to be reinstated on ballot
SUMMARY: Mandy Gunasekara, a disqualified candidate for Mississippi's public service commission, has filed an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court to get back on the ballot. Gunasekara, who served under former President Donald Trump as an official with the Environmental Protection Agency, is seeking an emergency stay in the Mississippi Supreme Court's decision that deemed her ineligible to run for office due to a residency requirement she failed to meet. Justice Samuel Alito of the U.S. Supreme Court has already responded to Gunasekara's appeal, requesting a response to her application on June 5.
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Tomekia Reed leaves Jackson State to become head coach at Charlotte
SUMMARY: Tomekia Reed, a celebrated coach with strong feats at Jackson State—including three consecutive 20-win seasons and a conference record of 95-10—is leaving to helm Charlotte Women's Basketball. Reed's tenure at JSU saw five SWAC regular season and three tournament wins, with two NCAA Tournament appearances. She starts her new chapter at Charlotte with enthusiasm, aligning with the leadership's vision and motivated to drive success. Reed boasts an overall record of 125-54 and is highly recognized for her coaching achievements and recruiting capabilities, having begun her coaching journey in 2006.
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Cause of deadly propane explosion in Copiah County undetermined; attorney continuing to investigate
SUMMARY: The State Fire Marshal has not determined the cause of a deadly propane explosion in Copiah County that killed four and injured two on January 14. Initial fatalities were Houston Jordan, 18, and Tolar Jordan, 14; followed by Benji Jordan, 43, and Jeremy Mitchell, 52. An attorney from Morgan and Morgan is conducting an independent investigation to pursue a civil lawsuit for potential negligence. Mitzi Jordan and Samantha Britt, who were injured, are suing Herring Gas for allegedly improperly installing or inspecting a propane tank. They seek compensation for damages and expenses.
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Ridgeland man sentenced to 10 years in prison for molesting girlfriend’s daughter
SUMMARY: Ronnie Hales, a 44-year-old man from Ridgeland, pled guilty to gratification of lust after molesting his girlfriend's 10-year-old daughter. The abuse, which began when the girl was eight, was reported to the Ridgeland Police Department in February 2023 by her biological father. An investigation ensued, with forensic interviews and evidence collection, including bed sheets with Hales' DNA. Hales has been sentenced to serve 10 years in the Mississippi Department of Corrections without parole and will be required to register as a sex offender after his release. The case saw collaboration between state agencies, aiding in the conviction.
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