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Contestants prepare for 2024 Miss Mississippi Hospitality Competition
SUMMARY: The 2024 Miss Mississippi Hospitality competition starts tonight at the Tanger Theater in Hattiesburg, featuring 2042 contestants competing for the title of Mississippi’s Goodwill Ambassador for Economic Development and Tourism. Throughout the week, participants have prepared for the event, volunteered at Forrest General Hospital, painted a city mural, and met with supporters. Judging will be based on speeches, interviews, evening wear, and community commercials showcasing their hometowns. This year’s theme is “Diamond Jubilee,” promising stunning production numbers. Contestants express a deep connection to Mississippi, aiming to represent their state and leave a lasting impact. The competition starts at 8:00 p.m., with the winner announced tomorrow.
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SUMMARY: In the capital city, police are investigating a shooting that resulted in a man’s death. The incident occurred on Sunday on Booker Street, where Marquiez Scott was found with multiple gunshot wounds. Currently, there are no details regarding suspects, but investigators are actively searching for a white pickup truck in connection with the case.
JPD is investigating a fatal shooting on Booker Street.
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SUMMARY: The Jackson State Tigers secured their first conference win against rivals Southern in a dominant performance, showcasing strong offense and solid defense. As they prepare to face Grambling this week, head coach T.C. Taylor emphasizes the importance of maintaining focus on long-term goals despite their two wins. He expresses a vision for the team to continue progressing through challenges, with the ultimate aim of competing in December. Taylor’s strategy involves taking it one game at a time while remaining driven by the larger objective of postseason success.
The Tigers will be back on the road this week after securing their first conference win.
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SUMMARY: Organizers of the Mississippi Book Festival reported over 8,000 attendees, marking a 21% increase in attendance from previous years. The festival, which included various events and children‘s programming in the Delta and Jackson, reached more than 37,000 participants overall. The event began with a ceremony on the South Steps of the Mississippi Capitol Building, highlighting its significance in celebrating literature and engaging the community.
Mississippi Book Festival Success: Organizers say attendance is up!
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