SUMMARY: The Starkville Police Department arrested two individuals in relation to auto burglaries on October 17. Lafredrick Yates, 25, was charged with two counts of auto burglary, while 19-year-old Lacedrick Rice faces charges for one count of auto burglary and possession of a stolen firearm, the latter having been taken during an unrelated incident. Rice is currently held in Oktibbeha County Jail, with additional arrests anticipated. The police remind residents to secure their vehicles and valuables, as five firearms have already been stolen from cars this month. Community members with information are encouraged to contact the police.

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SUMMARY: Principal Anthony Golding of Tupelo‘s Pierce Street Elementary has embraced ballroom dance, expanding lessons to fourth and fifth graders. Inspired by their enthusiasm, he participated as a celebrity dancer in the “Dancing with the King” event, training for weeks with pro-instructor Tammy Wilson. Golding selected “C’mon Everybody” from “Viva Las Vegas” to challenge himself and promote dance education. He believes ballroom dancing fosters teamwork and helps students find their passions. The program has successfully introduced dance lessons to six schools in Lee County and Tupelo, encouraging other institutions to participate for student development.

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SUMMARY: A 77-year-old man was injured after being run over by a tractor in Florence, Rankin County, on October 18. The incident occurred while he was preparing a food plot for hunting season; as he dismounted, the tractor accidentally shifted into gear, pulling him underneath. First responders arrived shortly after the call came in at 5:00 p.m. The man was conscious but suffered a collapsed lung and internal chest injuries and was airlifted to the University of Mississippi Medical Center. He is currently in serious but stable condition.

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