SUMMARY: Mississippi singer Deon Jones has secured a spot on NBC’s The Voice after his performance of Donnie Hathaway’s “Little Ghetto Boy” turned one chair—Reba McIntyre’s. Expressing his excitement, Deon called it a “manifestation come true,” feeling blessed to showcase his talent. He emphasized his gratitude for Reba, stating she is the “queen” and he looks forward to being coached by her, eager to learn and elevate his skills. Blind auditions wrap up tonight, with the battle rounds commencing next Monday on The Voice.

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SUMMARY: WXXV’s sports team recently attended a Super Bowl 59 event at Caesar Superdome in New Orleans, where over 200 underrepresented business owners gathered to network with NFL executives and Super Bowl committee members. They toured the newly renovated stadium and explored potential contracts related to the event. While not all participants will earn contracts, working for the Super Bowl could enhance future business opportunities. Super Bowl 59 is set for February 9, 2025, marking the 11th time New Orleans will host the game and the first since 2013. WXXV will provide comprehensive coverage leading up to the event.

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SUMMARY: Megan Munday, supported by Gry’s Furniture Galleries, highlights the More Community House, which has served south Mississippi since 1924. This social service agency focuses on low-income women and families, providing early childhood education and workforce training. Celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, More Community House began with Thad and Myty Moore’s vision to support families linked to the seafood industry. Key programs include the Women in Construction job training and Early Head Start, helping nearly 900 women secure higher-paying jobs. The organization invites everyone to celebrate its century of service on October 25th from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at its building.

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