Mississippi News
Local NAACP helps high school students with scholarship fund
SUMMARY: The Clay County branch of the NAACP held its first-ever “Catfish and Blues” event in Mississippi, featuring food, conversation, and culture, to raise funds for scholarships benefiting local high school students. The scholarships are aimed at high school seniors and participants in the Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological, and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO) program. Branch President Anner Cunningham emphasized supporting those pursuing college or non-traditional paths, while economic chair Terell Harris highlighted community engagement. The event was considered a success, and plans are in place to make it an annual fundraiser to expand scholarship opportunities.
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SUMMARY: Calhoun City Ward 2 Alderman Tony Herrod and Markus Hankins were charged with aggravated assault and strong-armed robbery. The incident took place on Sunday night at Calhoun City Elementary School, where the victim was chased, beaten, and had items stolen. Surveillance footage identified the suspects. The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office conducted the investigation upon request from Calhoun City police. The victim sustained broken ribs and has been released from the hospital. Both Herrod and Hankins were given a $10,000 bond and released from jail.
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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) is increasing trooper presence for the Fourth of July travel period, starting on July 4 at 6 a.m. and ending July 7 at midnight. Safety checkpoints will be set up statewide to monitor for impaired drivers and violations. Staff Sergeant Bryan McGee, Public Affairs Officer for Troop F, urges drivers to plan ahead, use designated drivers, and adhere to safety protocols like buckling up. The goal is to reduce fatal crashes and ensure safe travel. To report suspicious activity, drivers should call 911. For more updates, follow WCBI on Facebook and X.
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Mississippi News
Some Mississippi legislative districts dilute Black voting power and must be redrawn, judges say
SUMMARY: Three federal judges have ordered Mississippi to redraw some legislative districts, asserting that the current ones dilute Black voters' power in three areas. The lawsuit, filed by the NAACP and Black residents in 2022, aims to ensure fair political representation for Black Mississippians. The court's decision mandates creating additional majority-Black Senate and House districts in specific counties. Such adjustments follow the 2020 census population changes. Attorney Tommie Cardin argued that Mississippi's current voter behavior is driven by party affiliation rather than race. Similar lawsuits in other states like Louisiana and Georgia have also addressed issues of Black voter representation.
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