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WTVA anchor Tanya Carter reads to kids at Union County Library
SUMMARY: Today, at the Union County library system in New Albany, a storytime session was held to celebrate the upcoming National Sunflower Day in August. The book titled “Mommy's a Little Sunflower” was read to the audience, consisting of 20 children and their parents. The story revolved around two brothers, Scurry and Scamp, where Scurry wanted to grow a sunflower for his mom but Scamp ate the only sunflower seed. Along with enjoying the story, the children and their parents also learned about the process of growing a sunflower. Overall, it was a joyful and educational event.
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JPS Testing Coordinator
SUMMARY: Dr. Lorenda Cheeks, the former testing coordinator at Jackson Public Schools, is fighting to get her job back and defend her reputation against allegations of cheating. Cheeks, along with 16 other school officials, was fired in the aftermath of a cheating scandal on state tests. During a due process hearing, Cheeks learned that she had been terminated for not finding five seating charts for eighth-grade students that investigators wanted. Her attorney argues that this is unfair, as all other seating charts from the 52 tested schools were accounted for. State Senator Sollie Norwood believes Cheeks should get her job back or have her credibility restored. Jackson Public Schools declined to comment, stating that they are unable to disclose details regarding personnel matters.
Jackson Public Schools testing coordinator wants job back
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Oak Leaf Drive home damaged by fire
SUMMARY: A home on Oak Leaf Drive caught fire, with the Jackson Fire Department receiving a call around 1 p.m. It took the firefighters almost an hour to control the flames. Laura Anderson, the homeowner who has lived in the house for over 30 years, expressed gratitude that her husband and son were able to escape the fire. She emphasized that although material things can be replaced, life is irreplaceable. The cause of the fire is unknown.
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Arrest made in Aberdeen shooting
SUMMARY: In breaking news from Monroe County, Aberdeen police have made a quick arrest in a shooting case. Brandon Lenoir, aged 42, has been arrested for allegedly shooting his 41-year-old cousin, Tavis Gabings, multiple times last week. The incident took place on Thursday night on Clayton Drive. Gabings is currently in stable condition in the hospital, while Lenoir is awaiting a bond hearing. More updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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