Mississippi News
Foundation awards grants to Starkville teachers
SUMMARY: In Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, students at Henderson Ward Stewart celebrated as their teacher, Anaiah Evans, received a $1,000 “Innovative Teacher Grant” from the Starkville Community Foundation. The grant aims to support special programs enhancing classroom curriculum. During a visit by SCF board members, awarded teachers shared plans for their grants, including purchasing educational kits and sewing machines. Laura Kate Tribble from Sudduth Elementary and Lesley Jones from Partnership Middle School highlighted how hands-on activities, like sewing, will benefit students’ learning experiences. Eight teachers from Starkville Oktibbeha School District and one from Starkville Academy received grants this year.
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Finishing the week on a warm note
SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, warm temperatures will persist through the week, with highs in the mid to upper 80s and lows in the middle 60s. Gulf moisture moving in will lead to increased cloud cover and a chance of isolated showers on Friday. The weekend is expected to be summer-like, featuring clearing skies and abundant sunshine, with temperatures possibly reaching the low 90s. Overall, mild weather with light rain chances marks the late week forecast, transitioning into a sunny and warm weekend ahead.
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Body found inside burning vehicle in Lowndes Co. identified
SUMMARY: In Lowndes County, Mississippi, DNA confirmation has identified the body found in a burned vehicle as Elais Trudell. Local coroner Greg Merchant revealed that Trudell and Malachi Salus traveled from Colorado Springs to Columbus for a drug deal. However, an attempted double cross led to violent outcomes, resulting in seven individuals facing charges, including Murder and Conspiracy to Traffic a Controlled Substance. The identification of Trudell’s remains was made using DNA from a family member. Investigations are ongoing as details of the case unfold.
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Body found in burning vehicle in Lowndes Co. has been identified
SUMMARY: In Lowndes County, Mississippi, DNA has confirmed that remains found in a burned vehicle belong to Elais Trudell. Authorities believe Trudell and Malachi Salus traveled from Colorado Springs to Columbus to sell drugs, but a double-cross ensued at the deal. Seven individuals face charges, including murder and conspiracy to traffic drugs. The identification used DNA samples from a family member to confirm Trudell’s identity. Investigators continue to delve into the case.
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