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Sports books see increase in bets due to March Madness
Your bracket may be busted, but it’s not too late to cash in some winners.
Scarlet Pearl Casino is expecting another huge turnout as the Sweet 16 round of the March Madness tournament begins tonight.
Last week, the Scarlet Pearl Sportsbook was packed for the rounds of 64 and 32. Fans were at the sports book area all day, building parlays and single team bets hoping to multiply their money.
Brad Carpenter, the sports book manager at Scarlet Pearl Casino, is seeing an influx of bets being put down on the Crimson Tide. “Kinda not surprisingly, a lot of bets on Alabama….
SUMMARY: Mississippi officials are appealing to the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn an appellate court ruling that struck down the state’s five-day grace period for mail-in absentee ballots to arrive after Election Day. The state’s attorneys argue that the law aligns with state rights, while the Republican National Committee, state Republican Party, and Libertarian Party assert that only Congress can set federal election parameters. A three-judge panel of the Fifth Circuit Court overturned an earlier ruling in favor of the state. The outcome could affect similar laws in other states. The case does not impact Mississippi’s current local elections.
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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is hosting its annual maintenance meeting this week, bringing together around 250-300 staff members from across the state. The event offers training and updates on roadway maintenance, safety, and technology. MDOT executive director Brad White emphasized the importance of keeping employees informed about new regulations and safety protocols. The conference also provides a platform for vendors to showcase tools and services for maintaining the state’s highways. White noted that tax revenue, including fuel tax and lottery funds, supports MDOT’s budget for maintaining roads and infrastructure. The meeting ends on May 1st.
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SUMMARY: A fatal shooting occurred in Gulfport on April 28, 2025, when suspects Paul Ravin Martin Jr. and Kevin Eugene James opened fire on individuals in the Holly Circle area. Three victims were injured, and 16-year-old Cobi Earnest later died from gunshot wounds. Martin, 23, was arrested and charged with First-Degree Murder, Shooting into a Dwelling, and three counts of Aggravated Assault. He was out on bond for a previous drive-by shooting. James, 53, remains at large and is wanted for murder and other charges. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Gulfport Police or Crime Stoppers.
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