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Mississippi State researcher to play vital role in NASA artificial star mission
SUMMARY: Mississippi State University astrophysicist Angelle Tanner leads a $19.5 million NASA mission to place an artificial star in Earth’s orbit under the NASA Astrophysics Pioneers program. The mission aims to calibrate telescopes to measure star brightness accurately, assisting in the study of the universe’s expansion. Tanner’s $300,000 sub-grant project employs cubesats with National Institute of Standards and Technology-calibrated lasers. The artificial star will address uncertainties in astrophysics measurements, impacting exoplanet properties and cosmic structure. The mission honors LSU Professor Arlo Landolt. For updates, visit George Mason University’s dedicated mission page.
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Gov. Tate Reeves visits SuperTalk Mississippi: The state’s multimedia powerhouse
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SuperTalk Mississippi Media (STMM) is a leading multimedia platform connecting Mississippi through digital, broadcast, and news outlets with over a 70-dial reach and an app for easy access. It features insightful programs like Mornings with Richard Cross and MidDays with Gerard Gibert, known for meaningful policy discussions. A recent interview with Governor Tate Reeves highlighted his commitment to economic growth, responsible investment, and school choice. Reeves emphasized education improvements, workforce training, and support for small businesses as economic lifeblood. STMM remains Mississippi’s hub for vital conversations, offering extensive content via social media, podcasts, and YouTube.
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Former MMA fighter convicted after breaking wrist of son with special needs
SUMMARY: Ricquan Thomas, a former MMA fighter in Mississippi, was convicted of felony child abuse for assaulting his 12-year-old son with special needs. On July 12, 2024, Thomas struck the boy multiple times, causing extensive bruising, swelling, and a broken wrist. He failed to seek medical care afterward. The child’s mother, working out of state, alerted authorities, leading to the child’s removal and treatment at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. Thomas, who has 11 children, was estranged from the victim before the visit. He faces sentencing with a minimum of five years in prison. The case was prosecuted by the DeSoto County DA’s office.
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Rascal Flatts extends silver anniversary tour into 2026 with Biloxi stop included
SUMMARY: Award-winning country trio Rascal Flatts, consisting of Gary Levox, Jay DeMarcus, and Joe Don Rooney, returned after a five-year hiatus and announced an extension of their Life is a Highway Tour into 2026. The 21-concert tour will cover 16 states, featuring special guests Lauren Alaina and Chris Lane. They will perform in Biloxi, Mississippi, on February 19, with tickets on sale August 15. Originally disbanding after their 2020 tour, the pandemic cut plans short. In 2025, they released their tenth album, “Life Is A Highway: Refueled Duets,” revisiting hits with new collaborations. The band has 12 No. 1 country hits and multiple awards.
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