Mississippi News
Starkville Boy Scout makes difference through community service project
SUMMARY: A local teenager in Starkville, Mississippi is close to earning his Eagle Rank and becoming an Eagle Scout. Davis Banzhaf chose to complete his project for the Catch-a-Dream organization, which gives hunting and fishing experiences to children with life-threatening illnesses. Banzhaf wanted to improve the organization's wall of storyboards that showcase the children they have helped. After raising money and putting in hours of work, Banzhaf successfully completed his project. Inspired by his experience, he now wants to sponsor a child and fund a trip for them. Banzhaf is continuing his fundraising efforts to help more children.
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SUMMARY: East Webster baseball team advanced to the 3A state championship after dominating the playoffs, outscoring opponents 97-17 and not playing a single game three. They will face West Marion in a best-of-three series at Trustmark Park, with game one on Tuesday and game two on Thursday. A win would give the Wolverines their fourth state title. Senior shortstop Briceton Johnson expressed how they have been working towards this goal since junior high. The final challenge is set for Saturday, if necessary, as the team aims to achieve their dream of winning the state championship.
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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Education reported that 75.7% of third graders passed the state reading assessment on the first try, a slight decrease from the previous year's 76.3% pass rate. In the Monroe County School District, 92.4% of third graders passed on the first attempt, the second highest percentage in the state, while the Baldwyn School District had the lowest pass rate at 45.8%. Students who did not pass were given a second test in February, with a second retest scheduled for June. For updates, follow the Mississippi Department of Education on Facebook.
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SUMMARY: State Auditor Shad White announced the first indictment associated with Operation Payback, involving over half a billion dollars in illegal unemployment compensation payments during COVID. Kenjarell Thomas from Jackson was served with a 59 count indictment related to identity theft, fraudulent representation, and wire fraud. Thomas allegedly applied for unemployment benefits while in prison, using multiple prisoners' personal information and his mother's address to receive payments. Suspected fraud can be reported to the Auditor's office online or by phone.
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