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Rosalynn Carter, outspoken former first lady, dead at 96

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10 months ago

November 19, 2023

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SUMMARY: Former first lady Rosalynn Carter passed away at 96. She was President Jimmy Carter’s most trusted advisor and an influential figure during and after their time in the White House. Married for over 77 years, Rosalynn Carter was actively involved in government, sitting in Cabinet meetings and working on foreign policy issues. Her focus on mental health and the elderly was unwavering, leading her to advocate for better care and testifying before Congress, an effort she continued through The Carter Center after leaving office. Rosalynn Carter bore the pressures of political life with grace and later embraced her return to Plains, Georgia, contributing to numerous humanitarian missions worldwide with her husband. They shared a deep partnership, with Jimmy frequently consulting her on matters requiring insight and support.

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Back Bay Mission & Ground Zero Blues Club Biloxi present the 2024 Musicians with a Mission

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September 7, 2024

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Optimistic Saints and rebuilding Panthers set to unveil new offenses in NFC South clash

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September 7, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-09-07 12:00:11

SUMMARY: The renovated Superdome will mark the beginning of the NFL season as the New Orleans Saints face the Carolina Panthers. New Orleans, under coach Dennis Allen and new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, aims to revitalize its offense with quarterback Derek Carr and players like Alvin Kamara and Chris Olave. Meanwhile, the Panthers, coming off a 2-15 season, have a new general manager and coach, signaling a fresh start. Both teams feature many new faces; Young is expected to lead Carolina’s challenged offense. As defenses adjust, the stakes for both teams are high heading into the season opener.

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Award-winning Delta State University faculty and student film project to air on Mississippi Public Broadcasting

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11 hours ago

September 7, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-09-07 10:00:25

SUMMARY: The film “I Want to Be at the Meeting: Sacred and Secular in the Mississippi Delta” will air on Mississippi Public Broadcasting on September 13 and 15. It features Grammy-nominated artist Jontavious Willis and the Coahoma Community College Choir, presenting powerful gospel performances. Producer Don Allan Mitchell emphasized the project‘s interdisciplinary nature, stemming from a live-streamed concert during the pandemic. The film’s co-producer, Ted Fisher, recognized its potential as a documentary, showcasing the deep connection between blues and Black gospel music. Delta State University students played a key role in filming and editing, enhancing their learning experience.

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