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Rosalynn Carter, outspoken former first lady, dead at 96
SUMMARY: Former first lady Rosalynn Carter passed away at 96. She was President Jimmy Carter's most trusted advisor and an influential figure during and after their time in the White House. Married for over 77 years, Rosalynn Carter was actively involved in government, sitting in Cabinet meetings and working on foreign policy issues. Her focus on mental health and the elderly was unwavering, leading her to advocate for better care and testifying before Congress, an effort she continued through The Carter Center after leaving office. Rosalynn Carter bore the pressures of political life with grace and later embraced her return to Plains, Georgia, contributing to numerous humanitarian missions worldwide with her husband. They shared a deep partnership, with Jimmy frequently consulting her on matters requiring insight and support.
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Meggan Monday: 96-year-old just keeps on swimming
SUMMARY: The Gulf Coast Swim Association celebrated its 50th anniversary with Coach Dana Abbott and original swimmers. One of them, 96-year-old Rose Mary Collins, still swims daily. Her son and daughter expressed pride in her dedication, with Coach Abbott praising her as one of the best persons he knows. For Rose Mary, swimming keeps her fit and healthy both physically and mentally. She has even qualified for the National Senior Games in 2025. The community admires her as an inspiration, showing that age doesn't have to be a barrier to staying active and achieving goals.
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5/12 – Trey Tonnessen’s “Excessive Rainfall” Sunday Night Forecast
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen is forecasting severe weather for South Mississippi over the next two days. Two rounds of heavy rain and severe weather are expected, with the greatest threats coming Sunday evening into Monday morning and Monday evening through Tuesday morning. The area is under a flood watch starting Sunday evening. The impacts of severe weather could include damaging wind gusts, large hail, and even tornadoes. It is advised to stay weather aware and monitor updates from WXXV Your Weather Authority. Multiple Weather Service offices cover the area, providing additional analysis for severe weather forecasts.
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USM Graduate School holds annual Susan A. Siltanen Graduate Student Research Symposium
SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi Graduate School's Susan A. Siltanen Graduate Student Research Symposium showcased the research of over 70 graduate students on April 18 at the Hattiesburg campus. The symposium featured oral and poster presentations, highlighting innovative scholarship by students. Winners were announced for oral presentations in categories such as Arts and Humanities, Physical Sciences and Mathematics, Social and Educational Sciences and Business, and Life, Health, and Environmental Sciences. Additionally, awards were given for Mentor of the Year, Research Assistant of the Year, and Teaching Assistant of the Year. The event aimed to provide a platform for students to present their research in a supportive environment.
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