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Bond denied for pair of teens allegedly involved in shooting at South Mississippi Fair
SUMMARY: Akealeis McKenzie and Jailen Shade, both 18, were denied bond after being charged in a shooting incident at the South Mississippi Fair in Laurel. Occurring during an altercation, the shooting left 17-year-old Darren Duff injured; he is expected to recover. McKenzie faces charges of attempted murder and possession of a stolen firearm, while Shade is charged with attempted murder. The judge deemed them a threat to society and a flight risk. Following the incident, the fair was initially closed for the night but reopened with enhanced security measures in place.
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WCBB: Ole Miss falls to UCLA 76-62 in Sweet 16
SUMMARY: Lauren Betts had a standout performance, scoring 31 points on 15-of-16 shooting, leading UCLA to a 76-62 victory over Mississippi and into the Elite Eight of the women’s NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2018. The No. 1 seed Bruins will face LSU next. Betts also contributed 10 rebounds and three blocks, with Kiki Rice adding 13 points. Ole Miss, led by Tameiya Sadler’s 14 points, showed resilience but fell short. UCLA seeks revenge against LSU, who eliminated them last year, highlighting the team’s determination. Betts continues to impress as one of the tournament’s top players.
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MCBB: Michigan State outlasts Ole Miss 73-70 in Sweet 16 nail-biter
SUMMARY: The Ole Miss men’s basketball team concluded a successful season, reaching the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 25 years. After defeating North Carolina and Iowa State, the Rebels were eliminated by Michigan State, losing 73-70 despite winning the turnover battle and maintaining a strong presence in the paint. Key players Sean Pedulla and Matthew Murrell showcased impressive performances, but the Spartans’ superior free-throw shooting (19-22) proved decisive. Coach Chris Beard expressed gratitude for the team’s effort and commitment, emphasizing the program’s bright future, even as they prepare to address offseason roster changes.
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Grammy-winning songwriter Craig Wiseman honored with Mississippi Country Music Trail marker
SUMMARY: Craig Wiseman, a celebrated Grammy-winning songwriter and ASCAP’s “Songwriter of the Century,” now has a marker on the Mississippi Country Music Trail in his hometown of Hattiesburg. The tribute, unveiled at Midtown Green Park, recognizes Wiseman’s significant contributions to country music and his role in establishing the Midtown Green Bandshell. Having penned over 350 songs, including 29 No. 1 hits, Wiseman expressed deep gratitude for his roots in Hattiesburg, stating the honor holds immense meaning. Mayor Toby Barker proclaimed March 27 as “Craig Wiseman Day,” celebrating his legacy and inspiring future generations to dream big.
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