SUMMARY: Matthew Dillon Tate, a 27-year-old man from Pearl, Mississippi, pleaded guilty to aggravated domestic violence and was sentenced to 20 years in custody, with 10 years suspended. After his release, he will undergo five years of supervised probation and is prohibited from contacting the victim. The charges stemmed from an incident on February 5, 2024, when police conducted a welfare check at the couple‘s shared home and found the victim with significant injuries. District Attorney Bubba Bramlett emphasized the seriousness of domestic violence cases and encouraged community vigilance in recognizing and reporting such incidents.

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SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, struck Siesta Key, Florida, causing significant damage just weeks after Hurricane Helene. Milton made landfall late Wednesday, resulting in over 3 million power outages and producing approximately 150 tornadoes as it moved across the state. As communities face the aftermath of this disaster, Nexstar, the parent company of this website, is encouraging readers to support hurricane relief efforts through donations to the Red Cross. For those wanting to help, links to donation options and additional information on recovery efforts can be found through the Red Cross and local news outlets.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi State University (MSU) is researching spray drones and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to address the labor shortage in commercial agriculture. Madison Dixon from MSU’s Agricultural Autonomy Institute highlighted the significant benefits UAS can bring to the state’s agricultural sector, including job creation without displacing current workers. A recent seminar showcased these technologies, emphasizing their role in enhancing student interest in STEM fields. Additionally, MSU is utilizing drones to assist FEMA and disaster relief efforts by surveying affected areas, underscoring the technology’s broader impact on agriculture and community support.

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