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Honoring Excellence Black Tie Gala held in Jackson

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6 days ago

June 23, 2024

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-06-23 19:11:11

SUMMARY: At the Weston Jackson, notable Mississippians were honored by the Doctoral Leadership Initiative during the 2024 Honoring Excellence Black Tie Gala. Among the nine honorees was Alcorn State University President Dr. Tracy Cook, who was also the event's speaker. Other honorees expressed their elation about the recognition and the program's goals. The initiative supports students seeking doctoral degrees by providing essential guidance, resources, and knowledge. One honoree highlighted the joy in seeing doctoral students graduate, get hooded, and embark on their careers as doctors, emphasizing the significance of the support that the leadership initiative offers.

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JPS holds 2024 Summer Commencement ceremony

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3 hours ago

June 29, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-06-29 10:09:38

SUMMARY: Jackson Public School celebrated the class of 2024 summer school graduates with 41 students from various high schools walking the stage. Supported by important people in their lives, graduates expressed their relief and pride in overcoming high school struggles and breaking familial patterns. One student described it as lifting a weight off their shoulders, while another emphasized the mental and physical challenges faced. Future plans included attending community college and majoring in travel and tourism management. JPS highlighted the ceremony as a recognition of the students' academic achievements and their hard work in overcoming challenges to reach their goals.

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Multiple people shot at City Pavilion in Vicksburg

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3 hours ago

June 29, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-06-29 09:52:53

SUMMARY: Police in Vicksburg are investigating a mass shooting that occurred at the city Pavilion on Army Navy Drive after 9 PM on Friday. Multiple people were shot, though the number of victims and the severity of their injuries remain unknown. Additionally, several vehicles were struck by bullets. Investigators found multiple spent shell casings at the scene, but no arrests have been made yet. Authorities are seeking public assistance and ask anyone with information to contact the Vicksburg Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS.

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Pearl Boil Water Notice

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3 hours ago

June 29, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-06-29 09:21:55

SUMMARY: To follow Daniel Callihan's case in Louisiana, visit WAPT.com or use their mobile app. This morning, parts of Pearl have been lifted from a boil water notice. The Mississippi State Department of Health reported that areas west of Airport Road, including Pearson Road, The Outlets, and Trustmark Park, are no longer under the notice. The boil water notice was issued Thursday after a failed monthly routine water sample.