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Mississippi country music singer turns heads during ‘The Voice’ performance

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2 years ago

March 14, 2023

Another Mississippi native has advanced to the next round of NBC’s The Voice after capturing the attention of one coach during Monday night’s episode.

24-year-old Walker Wilson, who was raised in Raymond, turned the chair of country music singer Blake Shelton during his performance of “Hurricane” by Band of Heathens.

“You have a grit to what you do,” Shelton stated. “You’re on the right track with that sound and this is going to be a lot of fun to do.”

Shelton compared the singer’s voice to Waylon Jennings, adding that he would like to hear Wilson perform songs such as Shelton’s own “Ol’ Red” and “God’s Country.”

“Just in the vein of what you just did, I could hear all kinds of options,” Shelton explained. “This is going to be a lot of fun.”

In 2021, Wilson moved to Nashville, Tenn., to pursue his passion for music. Since then, Wilson has been taking singing gigs in his free time and getting to know other local artists in the Nashville…

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By: Alyssa Arbuckle
Title: Mississippi country music singer turns heads during ‘The Voice’ performance
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/mississippi-country-music-singer-turns-heads-during-the-voice-performance/
Published Date: Tue, 14 Mar 2023 18:52:57 +0000

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: July 11-13

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4 days ago

July 11, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-07-11 07:24:00

SUMMARY: From July 11-13, Mississippi offers a variety of events for all ages. In Jackson, enjoy the season finale of “Late Night with Rita Brent,” Disney’s The Lion King, Jr., and exhibitions at the Mississippi Children’s Museum. Pearl hosts the Mississippi Mud Monsters with fireworks and a Back 2 School Bash. Ridgeland features the Wildflower Field, Art Park, Renaissance Christmas in July sales, and a Fairy Garden Workshop. Natchez and Vicksburg offer farmers markets and local entertainment. Hattiesburg presents Po Boy Fest, Clue: The Musical, and outdoor movies. Activities include rodeos, ice cream tastings, run clubs, and community tennis events across the state.

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Death toll from catastrophic Texas flooding passes 100

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1 week ago

July 8, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-07-08 05:12:00

SUMMARY: Catastrophic flooding in Texas over the July Fourth weekend killed at least 104 people, including 28 children, mostly near Camp Mystic, a century-old girls’ summer camp in Kerr County. Search-and-rescue teams continue to search swollen rivers for dozens still missing; officials expect the death toll to rise as more rain threatens the saturated area. Many victims were swept from cabins by flash floods early Friday, some clinging to trees. Authorities will investigate warnings and evacuation delays, noting poor cellphone service hindered alerts. Despite warnings issued before the flood, some residents didn’t receive them. President Trump plans to visit the state.

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LIVE: Officials give updates on Texas floods

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1 week ago

July 7, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-07-07 05:06:00

SUMMARY: Crews in central Texas continue searching for victims after catastrophic July Fourth weekend flooding killed over 80 people, including 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic along the Guadalupe River. The floods, some of the worst in decades, struck overnight, sweeping away tents and cabins. With more rain forecast, authorities warn the death toll may rise as many remain missing. Survivors described clinging to trees or fleeing to attics. Officials face scrutiny over flood warnings and emergency response. President Trump declared Kerr County a disaster area, pledging support while criticizing FEMA’s performance.

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