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‘Best time of the year’: Residents flood Mistletoe Marketplace in Jackson
SUMMARY: The annual Mistletoe Marketplace Christmas event is taking place with over 150 vendors, auctions, and raffles. One attendee, Katie Seage, enjoyed seeing the diverse range of vendors from different areas, including New York City. The event started with general shopping and a gala, attended by former Miss Mississippi contestant Rachel Kang. Other events have included Girls’ Night Out and a style show featuring Joey Fatone. Some events are sold out, but tickets are still available for the Nutcracker Bash and a raffle to win a 2024 Honda HR-V LX. General admission is $15 for adults, $5 for children, and $10 for seniors. The marketplace is open until Saturday.
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NFPA provides tips to prevent Christmas fires
SUMMARY: The holiday season increases fire hazards due to Christmas trees, decorations, and festive cooking. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), December is a key month for home fires, with Christmas Eve and Day among the top days for incidents. Common causes include Christmas trees, decorative lights, and candles, which lead to an average of 150, 790, and 5,700 fires annually, respectively. Unattended cooking remains the leading cause overall, with Thanksgiving topping the list. NFPA emphasizes that many of these fires can be prevented through awareness and safety precautions, ensuring a festive, fire-free season.
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Hinds Community College hires former Starkville High School football head coach Chris Jones
SUMMARY: Chris Jones, the successful coach of Starkville High School football, has been appointed as the new head coach for Hinds Community College’s Bulldogs following Larry Williams’ departure. With an impressive record of 129-37 over 12 years, Jones led Starkville to three state championship appearances, winning the 2022 MHSAA 6A title and the 2016 MHSAA 3A championship with Kemper County High. Recognized as the 2023 Coach of the Year by the Mississippi Association of Coaches, Jones’s extensive background includes playing receiver at Jackson State and time in professional football. Hinds officials express confidence in his leadership abilities and vision for their program.
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Southern Miss signs 15 transfers in blowout recruiting weekend
SUMMARY: Charles Huff, recently appointed head coach of Southern Miss football, kickstarted the recruiting season by signing 15 transfer portal additions. This aggressive recruiting approach, touted as the “biggest recruiting weekend in Southern Miss history,” aims to revitalize the program after a disappointing 1-11 record during Will Hall’s last season. Huff expressed excitement about the new signees on social media, indicating a positive start for the program. The roster includes talented players from Marshall, East Mississippi Community College, and Mississippi State, enhancing the Golden Eagles’ prospects for a successful 2025 season as they work to “flip the script.”
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