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7 killed, dozens injured in Mississippi bus crash
SUMMARY: A bus crash near Vicksburg, Mississippi, resulted in the deaths of seven people and injuries to dozens on Saturday morning. A commercial passenger bus en route to Mexico encountered a tire failure and rolled over on Interstate 20 around 12:30 a.m. The National Transportation Board (NTSB) is investigating the incident. Among the deceased were two siblings, aged 6 and 16. While six fatalities occurred at the scene, one died later at a hospital. The bus, owned by Autobuses Regiomontanos, had documents indicating several Mexican passengers, though the full composition of those on board remains unclear.
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Ground broken on new industrial park in Grenada County, economic impact to top $4B
SUMMARY: Local and state leaders gathered on April 29, 2025, for the groundbreaking of the SouthPoint Mississippi Industrial Park in Grenada County. The park, developed by The Hollingsworth Companies, is expected to have a $4 billion direct economic impact and create up to 2,500 jobs. It will feature over two million square feet of industrial space across 14 buildings, strategically located along Interstate 55. With construction already underway, the park aims to attract national and international companies, furthering Mississippi’s economic growth. Governor Tate Reeves highlighted the state’s success in drawing over $32 billion in private sector investments since 2020.
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Mississippi State baseball wins big in first game after firing Chris Lemonis
SUMMARY: The Mississippi State baseball team, under interim coach Justin Parker, secured an 18-5 run-rule victory over Memphis in their first game after parting ways with head coach Chris Lemonis. The Bulldogs amassed 16 hits, with Reed Stallman and Ross Highfill hitting home runs, and Stallman driving in five runs. Noah Sullivan and Jacob Pruitt combined for strong pitching performances. Lemonis, who led the team to a national title in 2021, was recently relieved after a decline in team performance. Meanwhile, Southern Miss won 9-4 against New Orleans, and Ole Miss defeated Austin Peay 6-3. All three teams return to league play this weekend.
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East Mississippi Veterans Park adding new ways to honor those who served in military
SUMMARY: The East Mississippi Veterans Park in Meridian is undergoing major improvements to honor military service members. Three key areas are being enhanced: the Historic Freedom Timeline Wall, featuring a timeline of Mississippi and U.S. military history and images of all U.S. presidents; the KC-135 Stratotanker tail, highlighting the Key Brothers’ 1935 endurance flight and current aircraft markings; and the Armed Forces Plaza, with a bronze eagle sculpture, monuments for each military branch, and flags. These additions will create a space for reflection and community events, supported by state funding, with future plans including a Gold Star Families Monument, Huey Helicopter, and walking path.
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