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Interview: James Meredith exhibit to be on display at Gumtree Museum in Tupelo

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8 months ago

February 2, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-02-02 13:14:05

SUMMARY: The Gum Tree Museum of Art is featuring a new exhibit on civil rights activist James Meredith, with 60 images spanning 60 years of desegregation. The exhibit, by photographer Susie Alman, starts in color and celebrates Meredith’s impact on desegregation in the South. The exhibit is open until the end of the month, with an unveiling event tonight from 5-7pm featuring the artist. The museum is open Tuesday through Friday from 10am to 4pm and Saturday from 11am to 3pm. The director, Sally Keele, encourages people to visit the exhibit and wishes viewers a happy Black History Month.

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MUW partners with hospital for new nursing program

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2 hours ago

September 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-19 09:08:18

SUMMARY: The Mississippi University for Women (MUW) has launched a new initiative to address the nursing shortage by partnering with Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle. This program allows Registered Nursing students to work alongside professionals, becoming student nurse residents. Associate nursing students at MUW will earn clinical credit while receiving training under the mentorship of a clinical coach. Two students from the existing nurse extern program will be selected for this new opportunity, enhancing their practical experience and preparing them for future nursing roles.

The Mississippi University for Women is partnering with the Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle for a new nursing program.

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Escapee captured, ending manhunt

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4 hours ago

September 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-09-19 07:21:24

SUMMARY: The manhunt for 26-year-old Jaccory Carr, an escapee from the Wilkinson County Jail, has officially ended with his capture, announced on social media. Carr, a pre-trial detainee facing charges of murder and aggravated assault, escaped around 7:30 PM last night. Authorities have reached out to Capitol Police for more information but have not yet received a response.

Jaccory Carr has been captured after he escaped from custody in Wilkinson County

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Capitol police investigate apparent shooting

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4 hours ago

September 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-09-19 07:20:10

SUMMARY: Capitol Police are currently investigating a potential shooting on two Jackson streets, with a notable presence on Ash Road and Blair Road near Holy Ghost Church. Officers were seen searching Blair Road with flashlights and placing markers to count at least five shell casings found on the ground. Details about how long the investigation has been ongoing or the specifics of the incident remain unclear. Authorities were questioned about the connection between the police activities on both Ash and Blair Roads, but no additional information has been provided yet.