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Ole Miss to play first basketball game in Tad Smith Coliseum since 2015
SUMMARY: The Ole Miss men's basketball team will be playing a game in the Tad Smith Coliseum for the first time since moving to the John and Sandy Black Pavilion. The team, led by first-year head coach Chris Beard, will host Sam Houston State in their first Throwback Game on November 17. This game will not be televised or live-streamed, so fans are encouraged to attend in person. The team will be honoring former head coach Rob Evans, and the admission price will be $19.97 in honor of his coach of the year awards. A VIP package is also available for purchase.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi will host the National Folk Festival for the first time, with Jackson as the venue from 2025-27. Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba announced that the festival, a free three-day event featuring music, dance, and traditional arts, will attract over 330,000 visitors and generate over $60 million in local economic impact. The nonprofit National Council for the Traditional Arts, which has organized the festival since 1934, chose Jackson after a competitive selection process. In addition to showcasing diverse cultural traditions, the festival's second year will align with America's 250th anniversary celebrations. The event will commence in November 2025.
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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services (MDCPS) is hosting a family resource fair on June 8 at New Horizon Church International in Jackson. The event aims to provide families with comprehensive information on preventing child abuse, available resources, and ways to support the community. MDCPS Commissioner Andrea Sanders emphasized the organization's mission to protect children and strengthen families by preventing abuse through services and support for vulnerable families. The fair will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1770 Ellis Avenue. More details can be found on the Child Welfare website. Stay updated by signing up for SuperTalk Mississippi Media's newsletter.
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SUMMARY: Kevin Hart has rescheduled his “Acting My Age” tour performances in Jackson, Mississippi, originally set for May 25 and 26, to September 22 at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. due to unforeseen circumstances. Hart, an influential Hollywood comedian and actor, has achieved substantial box-office success, grossing over $4.23 billion globally. He has broken records, including being the first comedian to sell out an NFL stadium in his hometown of Philadelphia. The Thalia Mara Hall, the event venue, confirms that all previously purchased tickets will be honored for the rescheduled dates.
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