SUMMARY: On April 22, nearly 30 municipalities in Mississippi will hold primary runoff elections, covering positions from mayor to city council. Secretary of State Michael Watson emphasizes the importance of local elections and encourages voters to research candidates. Voters can participate if registered and must stick to their initial party choice if they voted in the primaries. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; individuals in line at 7 p.m. can vote. Voters need a photo ID, and legal restrictions prevent campaign materials near polling locations. Absentee voting deadlines have passed, but mail-in ballots are still accepted if postmarked by election day.

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SUMMARY: For the third consecutive year, a Mississippian has reached the top 20 of American Idol. Jamal Roberts, an elementary PE teacher from Meridian, secured a fan vote spot in season 23. Previous contestants include Jennifer Jeffries, who also reached the top 20 last season, and Zachariah Smith and Colin Stough, who made it to the top five in season 21. Roberts performed “Forever” by Jason Nelson, impressing judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan with his talent. The results for who advances to the top 14 will be revealed on Monday at 7 p.m. CT, with fan voting open until 8 a.m. CT.

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SUMMARY: No. 23 Southern Miss secured its fifth conference series win, defeating Georgia State 2-1. After a dominant 8-1 win on Thursday, the Golden Eagles suffered a 12-2 loss on Friday but bounced back with a 15-9 victory on Saturday, highlighted by Ben Higdon’s three homers and four RBIs. Ole Miss struggled against South Carolina, losing the first two games of their series 3-2 and 7-2, but salvaged the final game 12-2. Mississippi State lost its series to Florida 2-1, despite a 14-8 win on Sunday, with Gehrig Frei’s two home runs leading the offense.

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