SUMMARY: The lives of Kenisha White Jones and her grandmother were changed forever when their house in Winston County took a direct hit from a storm. Jones suffered a fractured back and her grandmother lost her home. The Long-term Community Recovery Committee Winston Strong stepped in to help with the rebuilding process, providing assistance to Jones and other affected families. Reverend Mike Dowd, the former Executive Director of Winston Strong, believes that the community has come back stronger after the disaster. Winston Strong helped rebuild 23 homes and repair over 60 others, showcasing the resilience and character of the community.

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SUMMARY: In Hinds County, Mississippi, Beth Ann White is facing her second trial for a crash that killed a mother and her six-month-old son in November 2021. During the first trial, it was alleged that White had a blood alcohol content level more than three times the legal limit. The defense questioned the right of way during the crash, resulting in a mistrial due to the jury's inability to reach a consensus on a verdict. White was indicted on four counts of aggravated DUI and has pled not guilty. After the trial ended with a hung jury, the county re-indicted White for the charges.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi lawmakers settled contentious issues, sending a new public education funding formula to Governor Tate Reeves. The Mississippi Student Funding Formula would replace MAEP, bringing in $220 million more to public schools. The compromise was well-received by lawmakers and educators, providing a more understandable and predictable funding mechanism. Additionally, a deal was reached on the Public Employees' Retirement System, which mandates an increase in contributions but will not impact current benefits. House Speaker Jason White emphasized the importance of prioritizing education funding, PERS, and healthcare access in Mississippi, expressing hope for further compromises in the future.

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