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Hundreds attened 18th annual MLK Prayer Breakfast

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4 months ago

January 16, 2024

www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-01-16 01:58:26

SUMMARY: This content discusses how a local event moved online due to dangerous roads preventing people from gathering for the holiday. The event, a prayer breakfast, honored the late civil rights activist Martin Luther King and awarded scholarships to ten Pine Belt students. Recipients expressed plans to use the funds for college expenses and pursue their careers. Organizers hope the event will inspire others to learn about King's life and ideas, recognizing several trailblazers in the community. The breakfast signifies a refreshing of King's ideas and serves as a reminder of the important work that still needs to be done.

Ten book scholarships were awarded to high school seniors across the Pine Belt. For more Local News from WDAM: …

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HS Baseball and Softball Playoff Recap

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4 hours ago

April 30, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-04-30 22:39:26

SUMMARY: Several high school baseball and softball teams were fighting to stay alive in the playoffs. Madison Central beat DeSoto Central 11-6, while Brandon defeated Biloxi 10-0 in game three. MRA won 5-2 against Jackson Academy in the 6A- MAIS playoffs. Tri County Academy beat Central Hinds 11-4 in the 4A MAIS playoffs. In softball, Warren Central defeated Grenada 7-6 in 10 innings. Pisgah beat West Lincoln 16-6, North Pike edged Wayne County 10-9, and D'Iberville defeated Brandon 5-4 in game three. Oxford also won against Germantown 8-3 in game three. Southern Miss hosted New Orleans in college baseball.

Lots of critical game threes on Tuesday night in the metro area. We go to various ballparks for high school playoff baseball and softball action. A note-Tri County defeated Central Hinds 11-4 in game one of the 4A MAIS second round series.

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Belhaven player gets NFL Camp invite

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4 hours ago

April 30, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-04-30 22:37:52

SUMMARY: NFL ROSTER. Cole McAlpin, a former Belhaven football player, has received an invite to the rookie NFL camp with the LA Chargers. McAlpin, a Magee native who played at Simpson Academy, played in 45 career games during his time at Belhaven and was a second team all-conference selection in 2021. He aims to follow in the footsteps of former Belhaven player Tramaine Brock by making it onto an NFL roster. Football talents in Mississippi continue to shine, with players like McAlpin getting opportunities to showcase their skills at the professional level.

Cole McAplin out of Magee will get a shot at the NFL as he agreed to a rookie mini camp deal with the LA Chargers. Cole played …

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Salute to Excellence 2024 Kemper Academy and Southeast High School

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6 hours ago

April 30, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-04-30 20:44:55

SUMMARY: East Mississippi Oral and Facial Surgery sponsors a salute to Excellence event to honor top students from schools in the viewing area who have achieved high academic success. The event recognizes the hard work and dedication of these students, wishing them the best for their future. Congratulations to the class of 2024 for their achievements.