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International Thespian Festival
SUMMARY: A theater group is gearing up for a big competition at the international thespian festival in June. They are seeking donations to help fund the trip for 25 students. The competition will provide opportunities for the students to showcase their performances, attend workshops, and potentially win scholarships for college. The group is currently at the 1/4 mark of their fundraising goal of $25,000. They have a GoFundMe page and can be followed on Instagram for more information about the upcoming show and how to donate. The students are excited to participate and learn from professionals in the theater industry.
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JPS decides to tear down 3 abandoned schools in the district
SUMMARY: The Jackson Public Schools Board of Trustees approved the demolition of three elementary schools in Jackson due to lack of interest from potential buyers. Dr. Eric Greene cited the poor condition and location of the buildings as reasons for the lack of interest in repurposing them. Residents expressed mixed reactions to the decision, with some disappointed and others believing it was necessary. The school district is considering turning the vacant spaces into green spaces or parks after demolition. JPS plans to seek input from the community on what to do with the empty spaces once demolition is complete, with no scheduled date for demolition yet.
JPS trustees vote to tear down 3 schools in the district
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Man pled guilty to 2nd degree murder
SUMMARY: Keith Sandage pled guilty to second-degree murder in the shooting death of his sister in 2022 and was sentenced to 30 years in prison without parole. He also pleaded guilty to three counts of aggravated assault for shooting at police during the incident. Sandage barricaded himself in a home after the shooting but was taken into custody the next morning. He was found hiding under the house. For more information on the case, visit the website.
Keith C. Sandidge pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the death of his sister Sherralann Longmire.
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Petal fire chief announces retirement
SUMMARY: Longtime Pedal Fire Chief Joe Henry is retiring after 14 years. He reflects on his time in the department and how it has changed. Starting his career in Hattisburg, he moved to PED in 2010, finding solace in the job after the loss of his son. With city support, he improved staffing and raised their department rating. Henry's proudest accomplishment is training the department in life-saving techniques. Colleagues praise him as a great leader who has moved the department forward. He will miss the camaraderie and family-like atmosphere of the fire department once he retires. His presence will be greatly missed.
A Perry County native, Hendry spent 25 years working in Hattiesburg before moving over to Petal in 2010 to become chief of the Petal Fire Department.
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