SUMMARY: Southern Miss has appointed Charles Huff as their new head football coach, concluding a two-month search after his success leading Marshall to a 10-win season. Athletic director Jeremy McClain and university president Dr. Joe Paul expressed optimism for a program resurgence. Huff’s public introduction was a celebratory event, emphasizing Southern Miss’s rich football history. He aims to restore the team’s competitive edge, acknowledging the challenges of modern college athletics. Huff, who signed a five-year, $4.75 million contract, urged fan investment to revive morale and excitement. He declared his mission: “I didn’t come here to play… I came here to win.”

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SUMMARY: In anticipation of the holiday season, seven Mississippi companies are donating 369,000 servings of poultry-based protein products to the Mississippi Food Network and the Salvation Army. This includes 59,500 pounds of chicken and 129,000 eggs. Governor Tate Reeves announced the donation, facilitated by the Mississippi Poultry Association, which has contributed over five million servings since 2011. The initiative aims to support hungry Mississippians during the festive season. Mississippi’s poultry industry, the state’s largest agricultural sector, has significant economic impacts, supporting 32,000 jobs and generating about $27.8 billion in total economic activity.

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SUMMARY: Darrian Cortez Johnson, 25, has been arrested for the capital murder of Terrell police officer Jacob Candanoza in Mississippi. The shooting occurred during a traffic stop when Johnson allegedly opened fire in a motel parking lot, leading Candanoza to call for backup. Before assistance arrived, multiple 911 calls reported an officer shot. Despite medical efforts, Candanoza died at a hospital. Johnson fled the scene, prompting a manhunt that ended with his capture near a coffee shop. He is currently held at Kaufman County Jail without bond. Tributes have been made for the fallen officer, who joined the force in July.

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