Mississippi News
What to know about this year’s NogginFeast
SUMMARY: The annual fundraising event, NogginFeast, will be held on October 9, 2023, in Ridgeland, Mississippi. The event supports the Brain Injury Association of MS/United Spinal Association, MS Chapter, and will feature over 30 local restaurants and vendors offering delicious food and drinks. There will also be live music and an honor for the 112th Military Police Battalion of the Mississippi National Guard. The event will include a $5,000 Drawdown, where tickets can be purchased for a chance to win. Tickets can be purchased at the event or online until October 9. Presence at the Drawdown is not required to win.
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Mississippi News
Four teens arrested for fatal shooting in Jackson
SUMMARY: In Jackson, Mississippi, four teenagers have been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting on Marine Street. Detective Tommie Brown reported that a 13-year-old female was arrested on June 12, while a 15-year-old male and two 16-year-old males were arrested on June 13. The incident occurred on June 9, resulting in the death of Daivion Myles, who was shot and later pronounced deceased at a local hospital. The suspects, who were in a small gray four-door sedan, have been charged with murder and drive-by shooting. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Jackson Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
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Mississippi News
Camp Rising Sun offers summer fun for kids battling cancer
SUMMARY: Timberlake Ministries hosts Camp Rising Sun near Millport, Ala., a free summer camp for children aged 6-16 who have been diagnosed or treated for cancer. The camp, which has been running for 37 years, welcomes patients, their siblings, or friends and is entirely volunteer-run with 24/7 onsite medical staff. Activities include dancing, fishing, archery, and horseback riding. Campers like Caleb Hammer and Danica Najarian cherish the friendships formed. Directed by Jason Kirkland, the camp aims to provide a traditional camp experience and a respite from hospital settings. Co-director Allison Kizer emphasizes the familial bonds created, with 49 children attending this year.
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Mississippi News
Is your dad cool?
SUMMARY: Columbus, MS, is set to experience extremely hot weather this Father's Day weekend, with temperatures potentially reaching triple digits. Friday night will have lows in the lower 70s, making patio dining uncomfortable. Saturday's high will be in the upper 90s with some areas possibly hitting 100 degrees. Sunday will be similarly hot, with afternoon highs nearing 100 degrees and heat indices between 100-105°F. A few showers are possible Sunday afternoon, but rain coverage will be minimal. Looking ahead, next week remains mostly dry, hot, and humid, with highs staying at or above 90 degrees and scattered showers possible.
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