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Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week: Ocean Springs tri-athlete Farrah James
SUMMARY: Farrah James, a senior from Ocean Springs, is a remarkable athlete who has excelled in softball, powerlifting, and now plans to join the track team. She has a passion for sports as it has given her a sense of community and confidence. Farrah has set personal records in powerlifting and has been recognized as the best light weight lifter at a meet. Despite her busy sports schedule, she has managed to sign to join the Jones College softball team and aspires to play at the Division one level while obtaining a degree in engineering. She has proven that being a strong woman goes beyond physical strength.
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Parents of missing 7-month-old California boy are charged with murder
SUMMARY: Jake and Rebecca Haro of Southern California have been charged with the murder of their missing 7-month-old son, Emmanuel, who has not been found and is believed dead. They also face misdemeanor charges for filing a false police report. After Rebecca claimed she was assaulted and woke to find Emmanuel missing, authorities uncovered inconsistencies in her story. The couple was arrested last week and held on $1 million bail each. Jake Haro, previously convicted of child cruelty in 2023, was present during searches for the child’s body. Both maintain innocence, with Rebecca expressing a desire to find her son. Their arraignment is set for September 4.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged
SUMMARY: Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce announced their engagement on Instagram, delighting fans worldwide. Their two-year relationship, blending Swift’s global pop fame with Kelce’s football stardom, has been widely followed, with Swift often seen at Chiefs games and Kelce attending her concerts. Despite some speculation about the authenticity of their romance, the couple’s genuine love is evident, highlighted by Kelce’s impressive engagement ring. The announcement came during a Chiefs media session, with teammates expressing happiness for the pair. Details about the engagement’s timing and location remain undisclosed, but the joyous news marks a new chapter for the couple.
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Biloxi High School hosts premiere showing of “Hope in High Water” documentary
SUMMARY: At Biloxi High School, the documentary “Hope in High Water — A People’s Recovery 20 Years After Hurricane Katrina” premiered, highlighting community strength and recovery two decades post-Katrina. Created by journalist Trymaine Lee, it shares stories from individuals and organizations impacted by the storm, including Kimberly Merchant of the Mississippi Center for Justice, which aided survivors by organizing legal support. The event featured performances, panel discussions, and opportunities for attendees to honor helpers and share experiences. Emphasizing resilience, the documentary shifts focus from loss to the enduring spirit and collective healing of Gulf Coast communities after the disaster.
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