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Their WWII mission was secret for decades. Now the Ghost Army will get the Congressional Gold Medal
SUMMARY: During World War II, the American military units known as the Ghost Army used inflatable tanks, trucks, and planes, combined with sound effects and radio trickery, to outwit the enemy. The units specialized in camouflage and deception near the front lines, carrying out about 20 battlefield deceptions in France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Germany. Their missions, like Operation Viersen, saved thousands of American lives by diverting German troops. The Ghost Army is now being awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, with three surviving members attending the ceremony at the U.S. Capitol. The story of the Ghost Army was declassified in 1996 and brought to light by filmmaker Rick Beyer.
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SUMMARY: Sanjuana Valtierra-Pettaway and Jennifer Canaan, senior social work students at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM), have participated in the IMPACT Community Work Study Program, giving back to the community through organizations like Women of Wisdom and the Gulf Coast Center for Non-Violence. Canaan received the Volunteer of the Year award for her dedication, while Valtierra-Pettaway has gained valuable skills working with Women of Wisdom. The program allows students to connect with local communities, improve their career readiness, and make a positive impact. It also creates beneficial partnerships between USM Gulf Park Campus and local nonprofits. Learn more about the program and experiential learning opportunities.
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SUMMARY: Industry experts at the Aerospace and Defense Alliance of Mississippi Symposium emphasized the importance of investing in infrastructure, policy, and research to support the growth of the aerospace and defense industry in the United States and Mississippi. Governor Tate Reeves highlighted the role of this industry in the economic rebirth of Mississippi. The symposium brought together industry leaders to collaborate on developing the state's aerospace and defense sector, which includes companies involved in space exploration, satellite technology, and commercial space activities. Protecting the commercial industry in space was also emphasized, along with the need for a skilled workforce to support this growing sector.
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SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves declared May 5 – May 11, 2024, as Hurricane Preparedness Week in Mississippi. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency advises citizens to prepare for the upcoming 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, following a record-breaking year with 20 named storms. They urge Mississippians to have a disaster supply kit, food, and water for at least 72 hours. MEMA will share important information on social media each day of the week and has created a new Hurricane Guide. The official Atlantic Hurricane Season is from June 1 to November 30, 2024. MEMA encourages Mississippians to be prepared and stay informed.
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