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MSU College of Forest Resources hosts Discovery Day for area students
SUMMARY: Catfish is the largest aquaculture species in the United States, with 60% of the production raised in Mississippi. Mississippi State University is investing in students interested in natural resources to fill the demand for jobs in these fields. The state's rich biodiversity supports a $12 billion economic impact and 67,000 jobs. The most popular degree within the college is wildlife, fisheries, and aquaculture. Mississippi State University is training future fisheries biologists and aquaculture specialists to manage wild populations and raise food like catfish. The goal is to preserve natural resources and protect important ecosystems.
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SUMMARY: U.S. Representative Bennie Thompson has requested the FBI to investigate the disappearance of Latasha Crump Coleman, who went missing on July 18, 2023. Despite efforts by local law enforcement, her whereabouts remain unknown. Coleman's family suspects her husband may know something about her disappearance, leading to a confrontation between the families in December 2023. Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones confirmed five adults were arrested after the brawl. Thompson emphasized the importance of a thorough investigation and urged anyone with information to contact the FBI tip line, Crime Stoppers, or the Jackson Police Department.
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SUMMARY: A storm chase group traveled from Sweetwater, TX to northern Oklahoma near Ponca City, experiencing severe storms with wind and hail. The storms quickly developed along a warm front, with potential tornado development observed. The storm evolved into a large supercell moving southeast toward Ponca City, producing softball-sized hail. Another storm moved northwest of OKC, producing rotation and strong wind gusts but no tornado. The group observed these storms from their hotel, experiencing lightning, rotation, and outflow wind gusts of about 40 mph.
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SUMMARY: The weather in Columbus, Mississippi is warm and humid with storms expected tonight and into Friday morning. There is a chance of some strong storms with heavy rain, gusty winds, and possibly hail. Temperatures are expected to be in the upper 80s. Showers will continue into Saturday morning before clearing out for the weekend. The SPC has NE Mississippi under a level 1 and 2 risk for severe weather. Overall, expect warm and muggy conditions with scattered showers and storms throughout Friday. Saturday will start with showers but clear out in the evening, while Sunday will have pleasant conditions with clear skies and warm temperatures in the upper 80s.
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On this day in 1968
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Former MBI officer pleads guilty
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SuperTalk FM3 days agoMartin Lawrence making 3 stops in Mississippi on comedy tour
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Our Mississippi Home2 days ago
Beat the Heat with Mississippi’s Best Waterparks
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Mississippi Today6 days agoLawmakers may have to return to Capitol May 14 to override Gov. Tate Reeves’ potential vetoes
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Mississippi News7 days ago
Man arrested for allegedly breaking into home, robbing owner
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SuperTalk FM7 days ago
Couple arrested after husband received unemployment benefits while in prison
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Mississippi News Video5 days ago
Local dentists offer free dental care in Amory
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Our Mississippi Home3 days ago
Charlie’s U-Pik: Opening Soon for the Summer Season
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Mississippi News6 days agoBond set for West Point couple accused of killing their child
