www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-21 18:45:45

SUMMARY: Recent cemetery vandalism in West Point, Yabish County, and Amory has drawn attention, with Sergeant Dylan Pickle's grave being notably affected. Sgt. Pickle, who served with the Monroe County Sheriff's Department, died in a traffic incident nearly four years ago. Visitors would leave coins on his grave, which held deep personal significance for his mother, Debbie Pearson. Recently, nearly $10 in coins was stolen, leaving only 4 cents. Other graves in the area have also been targeted. Pearson's cameras previously caught someone stealing solar lights from the site. Authorities urge the public to report any such vandalism to prevent future incidents.

The parent of a fallen Monroe County deputy is upset after someone stole items from her son's grave.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-21 18:45:26

SUMMARY: The two-time defending 2A champions East Union, known as the Urchins, faced off against St. Andrews this week. Already leading 2-0 in the third inning, pitcher Landon Harmon extended the lead with a ground ball past the third baseman, allowing Drew Hollman to score, making it 3-0. Later, Ben Basil's hit brought Tristan Baldwin home, pushing the score to 5-0. Fans enjoyed the action as Harmon, a Mississippi State commit, struck out nine batters and allowed only three hits over six innings. The Urchins clinched game one with a 5-0 victory and will play again on Thursday.

The East Union baseball team beat St. Andrew's in game one of the 3A state championship series.

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-21 18:31:42

SUMMARY: The city of Jackson will host the National Folk Festival starting in 2025, marking a three-year commitment. Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba and First Lady Dr. Ebony Lumumba made the announcement at the Mississippi Museum of Art. The festival, which has traveled the country since its inception in 1934 in St. Louis, is expected to attract 300,000 visitors to downtown Jackson and generate over $60 million for the local economy. This will be the festival's 82nd iteration.

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