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Johnny D Talks to the Stars: Thaao Penghlis
SUMMARY: The interview features actor Thaao Penghlis, known for his roles in “Days of Our Lives,” “General Hospital,” and “Mission Impossible.” Thaao shares his journey from Australia to America in search of an escape from his Greek family's Victorian-like rules. He initially studied theater in New York under Milton Katselas and eventually ventured into TV soaps due to an industry strike. He fondly recalls working with stars like Elizabeth Taylor and discusses his substantial time on “Days of Our Lives.” Besides acting, Thaao enjoys writing, with projects on biblical stories and ancient history, and has authored a unique cookbook inspired by his celebrity encounters.
Thaao Penghlis: An Australian actor. He is best known for roles on daytime soap operas such as Days of Our Lives, Santa Barbara, and General Hospital.
SUMMARY: Happy Saturday evening! Current conditions in the University of Southern Mississippi show 82°F, feeling like 87°F, with no rain today. Columbia had almost 2 inches of rain, with evening temperatures at 73°F. La Ford reports 77°F, feeling like 807°F. Today's high was 94°F, above the average of 91°F, but below the 102°F record. Morning low was 77°F, with a historical low of 62°F. Tonight's scattered thunderstorms are dissipating across various regions. Tropical Storm Barrel, a 60 mph windstorm, is expected to intensify in the Western Gulf of Mexico, possibly becoming a Category 1 hurricane. Expect patchy fog and oppressive humidity overnight.
Remnants of Beryl expected to pass west, north of Pine Belt.
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SUMMARY: A Hattiesburg man, Tobias Smith, 27, is in custody for a bomb threat sent via text to a Smith County business, leading to the evacuation of employees at Georgia Pacific Plywood near Taylorville. The Highway Patrol used bomb dogs to search the site before employees could return. Smith faces one count of terrorist threats and is currently held at Smith County Jail, awaiting his bond hearing.
Hattiesburg man arrested in connection to Smith County bomb threat.
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SUMMARY: A house fire occurred near Baxterville in Lamar County amidst thunderstorms in the Pine Belt area. Officials do not suspect foul play and believe a lightning strike may have caused the fire. This assumption is based on homeowner reports and continuous lightning strikes during firefighting efforts. Firefighters managed to quickly contain the blaze, resulting in minimal visible damage to the exterior of the home. No injuries were reported.
Fire contained quickly in Lamar County Friday.
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10pm Headlines 7/6
'First Saturday' still a draw for downtown Hattiesburg
Fire contained quickly in Lamar County Friday
Hattiesburg man arrested in connection to Smith County bomb threat
Remnants of Beryl expected to pass west, north of Pine Belt
Marion County school supply drive seeking donors
New art gallery opens in downtown Hattiesburg
Bare-knuckle championship brawl celebrates 135th anniversary Monday
Heat, inflation impacting farmers markets
Two inmates escape from Mississippi detention center
Hurricane Beryl strengthens into a Category 4 storm as it nears the southeast Caribbean
Case hits close to home in Columbus
Mississippi sets new laws on Medicaid during pregnancy, school funding, inheritance and alcohol
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Podcast: State Democratic Chair Taylor remains committed to Biden
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Hattiesburg man arrested in connection to Smith County bomb threat
Fire contained quickly in Lamar County Friday
10pm Headlines 7/6
Marion County school supply drive seeking donors
'First Saturday' still a draw for downtown Hattiesburg
Remnants of Beryl expected to pass west, north of Pine Belt
New art gallery opens in downtown Hattiesburg
Bare-knuckle championship brawl celebrates 135th anniversary Monday
Heat, inflation impacting farmers markets
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