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Two South Mississippi schools named 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-09-23 12:27:36

SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Education has recognized 356 schools as the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools, including four from Mississippi: Mannsdale Upper Elementary, Magnolia Park Elementary, Ripley High School, and Stone Elementary. This prestigious award celebrates schools excelling in academic performance or effectively closing achievement gaps. U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona praised these schools for their educational achievements and collaborative models. Schools are selected based on performance data, including assessment results and graduation rates, and can be awarded in two categories: Exemplary High Performing and Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools.

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Online creators, led by MrBeast and Mark Rober, want to raise $40 million for clean water access

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www.wxxv25.com – Associated Press – 2025-08-03 12:00:00

SUMMARY: Online creators, led by MrBeast and Mark Rober, launched #TeamWater, a \$40 million fundraiser to improve global water quality. The campaign aims to provide sustainable access to safe drinking water for 2 million people, partnering primarily with WaterAid, which builds community-focused water infrastructure in countries like Colombia, Bangladesh, Malawi, and Kenya. Smaller creators and top YouTubers contribute authentic content to raise awareness among their combined 2 billion subscribers. U.S. projects include water system fixes in Mississippi and West Virginia. Following earlier environmental campaigns, #TeamWater focuses on long-term solutions and inspiring sustained advocacy beyond philanthropy’s immediate effects.

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Utility workers in Peru unearth pre-Incan tomb with 1,000-year-old remains

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-08-02 12:00:00

SUMMARY: In Lima, Peru, utility workers expanding underground gas networks discovered two pre-Incan tombs, one containing a 1,000-year-old burial with four clay vessels and three pumpkin shell artifacts linked to the pre-Incan Chancay culture. Archaeologist José Aliaga noted the individual was wrapped, seated with legs to the chest. Lima, home to over 400 archaeological sites, frequently reveals ancient remains during construction, with more than 2,200 finds reported by gas distributor Cálidda over two decades. Such discoveries highlight the city’s rich pre-Incan heritage, often surprising locals and passersby, reinforcing Lima’s unique archaeological significance among Latin American capitals.

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Washington Commanders’ return to DC clears another hurdle with preliminary council approval

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-08-01 20:00:00

SUMMARY: The Washington D.C. Council approved a key bill (9-3 vote) advancing plans for the Washington Commanders to return to the RFK Stadium site, with a new stadium and mixed-use development planned for 2030. The team will contribute \$2.7 billion, and the city about \$1.1 billion for stadium, housing, and green space. The bill needs a second council vote, expected in September, and Mayor Bowser’s approval. Some council members pushed for stronger guarantees on development commitments. Federal concerns, including former President Trump’s opposition related to the team’s name, were noted but didn’t dominate the debate.

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