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Longtime Ole Miss assistant gets to be head coach for a day
SUMMARY: Lane Kiffin, head coach of the Ole Miss football team, gave his associate head coach and wide receivers coach, Derrick Nix, the opportunity to be the head coach for a day during a scrimmage. Nix expressed his excitement and emotions at the chance to lead the team. Nix, who has been coaching at Ole Miss for over 15 seasons, learned the importance of clear communication and being there for everyone while in charge. Kiffin highlighted the lack of minority head coaches in college football and expressed the need for change. The Tennessee Titans head coach, Mike Vrabel, also promoted a minority coach for a preseason game.
Ole Miss associate head coach and wide receivers coach Derrick Nix was promoted to head coach for the Rebels' first scrimmage of fall camp. Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin made this move not only give Coach Nix experience as a head coach but to shed light on the lack of diversity among the FBS head coaching ranks. Back in 1979 Hall of Famer Willie Jefferies became the first black coach at major Division 1 program when he led Wichita State. Later in 2003 Mississippi State's Sylvester Croom became the first black head coach in the SEC but only four others have been hired to lead programs in the conference since then. Going into 2023 there will only 16 minority head coaches out of the 133 FBS programs in the country. Mississippi State head coach Zac Arnett, who is of latino descent, is one of those head coaches. Hopefully we'll see these kinds of moves lead to significant changes and more opportunities for minority coaches in college football and the NFL.
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Macon murder suspect arrested again in Starkville
SUMMARY: Maxi Chandler, a murder suspect in Starkville, faced new charges related to a domestic disturbance. The charges included possession of a weapon by a felon, trafficking a controlled substance, and two counts of possession of a controlled substance. Chandler was already out on bond for the 2023 murder of Michael Taylor. Despite this, he was given an $80,000 bond for the new charges in Starkville. The hearing took place today, with Chandler's legal situation becoming more complicated as he continues to face serious criminal charges in multiple cities.
A Macon man who was out on bond for a 2023 murder is facing new charges.
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Columbus citizens voting Tuesday on school bond issue
SUMMARY: Columbus residents are voting on a $36 million bond issue for the Columbus Municipal School district, which would go towards repairs and safety upgrades in school buildings. Poll workers are uncertain about voter turnout, with concerns about lack of information from the school board. A 60% vote is needed to pass the measure, with voting open until 7:00 pm. The outcome will be reported on WTV 9 News at 10. Residents have been slowly trickling in to vote throughout the day.
The Columbus Municipal School District hopes to secure funding for district-wide improvements.
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Mississippi governor celebrates National Police Week in Jackson
SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves celebrated National Police Week at the Capitol with Commissioner Sean Tindle, thanking police and their families for their sacrifices to keep the state safe. Reeves emphasized the importance of showing gratitude to law enforcement for their dedication and service, highlighting their daily sacrifices. He shared pictures from the ceremony on social media, urging the public to express their appreciation to the police for their hard work and commitment. The ceremony served as a tribute to the bravery and dedication of police officers across the state.
Gov. Tate Reeves participated in a ceremony celebrating National Police Week in Jackson.
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