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Mississippi man killed in Arkansas plane crash

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www.wjtv.com – Ryan Turbeville – 2024-10-30 16:09:00

SUMMARY: A tragic plane crash occurred in Van Buren County, Arkansas, near the county line with . The FAA reported engine failure around 2 p.m. on Tuesday, prompting a search that included private aircraft and National Guard helicopters. After over four hours of challenging navigation, rescue teams located a debris field where the pilot, 68-year-old Robert Phillip Mathis from Corinth, Mississippi, was found deceased. Although a small fire ignited post-crash, it did not spread. The FAA, National Transportation Safety Board, and Arkansas are investigating the incident.

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Man hospitalized after trying to carjack woman in Flowood

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-10-30 15:02:00

SUMMARY: In Flowood, Mississippi, a named Elias Ovilio Chox-chay, 28, was hospitalized after attempting to carjack a woman at a convenience store on Lakeland . The incident occurred just after 11:00 a.m. on October 30. When arrived, they witnessed Chox-chay to force his way into the woman’s vehicle as she was leaving. The woman managed to drive away, resulting in Chox-chay being thrown from the vehicle. He sustained serious injuries and was transported to the of Mississippi Medical Center, where he will be taken into custody upon his release.

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EMCC hosts a cooking competition for high school students

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www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-10-30 14:53:00

SUMMARY: East Mississippi Community College (EMCC) hosted its second annual Golden Triangle Chopped Competition, where local high school showcased their culinary skills. Participants from Starkville, Point, Columbus, and Lowndes County engaged in three rounds of cooking, creating appetizers, entrees, and desserts with specific ingredients, while also answering culinary knowledge questions. EMCC’s Culinary Arts Program Director, Jakiero Dismuke, emphasized the hospitality industry’s broad job opportunities beyond just cooking, roles in sales, planning, and catering services. He noted local job openings that allow individuals to gain skills through on-the-job .

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USDA finds no issues at Jackson Zoo during recent inspection

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-10-30 14:21:00

SUMMARY: The Zoo received a positive evaluation from a recent USDA inspection in September 2024, with no compliance issues reported, indicating its readiness for re-licensing under the Animal Welfare Act. This follows earlier citations related to sanitation and safety concerns, a malfunctioning cooler and rodent activity. Additionally, an incident occurred where a klipspringer was killed by a zebra. The zoo has since improved its conditions and recently hosted community like Oktoberfest and Boo at the Zoo.

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