SUMMARY: The Pasar Shan High School track and field team will host the regional meet on their home track this Saturday. The team's success in the district meet led to this opportunity, showcasing fast athletes such as Annah Bradley. Coach Rosco Forge attributes their success to dedication and development, with athletes like Harmony Walker and Oli Trey Bailey making significant improvements. Walker is currently the fastest girl in the state with a 100m time of 11.68 seconds, while Bailey broke the mile record. Bradley, the wxxv student athlete of the week, aims to continue her success in college while pursuing a career in veterinary medicine.

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SUMMARY: The NAACP in Jackson County will be holding its annual Freedom Banquet at the Hilton Garden Inn in Pasula tomorrow at 7:00. This event celebrates the organization's mission of promoting equality for minority citizens in the United States. The banquet will honor major contributors in the community, with awards for humanitarian, outstanding community service, achievement, and volunteer of the year. District Attorney Scott Colom will be the guest speaker, recognizing his achievements as one of the few African-American district attorneys in Mississippi. Tickets are $50 per person or $400 for a table of eight, and more information can be found on the website.

The NAACP Freedom Banquet will be April 19 at 7pm.

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SUMMARY: Diana Majors and Nicole Marts from the Mississippi Aquarium brought Thumper the African penguin to discuss the upcoming penguin house party on May 3rd. Thumper, a favorite with a big personality, will be part of the event to raise funds for a permanent habitat for the penguin colony. The party will feature music, food from local businesses, and interactions with the penguins. Tickets are on sale for $55 and include food samplings. Daily encounters with the penguins are also available at the aquarium. The staff has been working with penguins for years and encourages visitors to check out their social media for updates.

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