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Tupelo Middle School hosts robotics competition
SUMMARY: The Tupelo Public School District's robotics program is hosting a robotics competition for 7th through 12th graders from all over the state at Tupelo Middle School on Saturday. This is the first time the district is hosting the event, and they are expecting around 300 students and 40 volunteers to attend. The event will kick off at 8:30 in the morning, and Tupelo's robotics team will not be competing. It's part of the Statewide Tech Challenge and will take place in a relatively small area, so it's important to be aware of the increased activity at the school this weekend.
The Tupelo Public School District's robotics program is hosting students from all over the state for the FIRST Robotics Competition this weekend.
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Is the state looking to take over Smith Wills Stadium?
SUMMARY: The Mayor's office is disputing social media reports claiming the state has repossessed the stadium, suggesting that Republicans in the state legislature may be attempting to take control of city-owned property. The CEO of the venue was caught off guard by this possible power grab, as the land under the stadium was donated to the city for recreational and sporting events. A new state bill requires the state attorney general to determine if the city is using the land properly. The Mayor's office views this as a deceptive maneuver and is prepared to contest any attempts to repossess the property.
Is the state looking to take over Smith Wills Stadium?
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Economic developments aim to keep Mississippi's workers in state
SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi has been focused on bringing economic growth to the state, investing in major projects like an electric battery plant and an Amazon data center. The goal is to create a network effect where more companies will be attracted to the area, leading to job growth and economic prosperity. However, Mississippi still faces challenges such as a declining population and low labor force participation rate, especially among young people. Dr. Joshua Hendrickson, an economist, believes that creating incentives for desired behavior and focusing on developing smaller communities could help address these issues and bring about long-term economic growth in the state.
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Cicadas, cicadas everywhere: What to know about them
SUMMARY: A rare emergence of periodical cicadas, known as 13-year cicadas, is currently taking place, filling the air with their distinctive sound. These cicadas only emerge every 13 years, but when they do, they come out in large numbers. While they may not be visible, their loud singing is hard to miss. The males sing to attract females, leading to a cacophony of noise in the trees. The cicadas can also have impacts on trees, as the females lay their eggs in twigs, sometimes causing them to break. The cicadas are expected to last until the first week of June, so be sure to enjoy their song while it lasts.
A rare brood of cicadas is making its presence felt in north Mississippi and the South.
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