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Former Jackson County deputy sentenced to 20 years for embezzlement of public funds

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-01-19 16:33:58

SUMMARY: Johnny Ray Jefferson, age 52, pleaded guilty to embezzlement of $37,330 from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office seizure account. He was sentenced to 20 years, with 15 suspended, and 5 years on intensive supervision. Jefferson returned the stolen funds before his guilty plea and confessed to taking the money in an interview. The investigation revealed that he had taken money from seizure packages on four occasions. The District Attorney condemned Jefferson’s breach of trust and insisted on holding him accountable. Despite letters of support from the community, Judge Kathy Jackson handed down the sentence. This case was taken on as a special assignment to hold offenders accountable for breaching public trust.

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Community leaders receive prestigious awards at Chamber-Main Street Annual Meeting

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-02-23 12:00:00

SUMMARY: On February 19, 2025, the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street Tourism Bureau held its annual community awards ceremony, celebrating individuals who significantly contributed to the community in 2024. The awards recognized various categories, including Community Leader of the Year awarded to Rickey Authement and Educator of the Year to Angela Shelby. Other winners included Bryan Rodgers as Volunteer of the Year and Battalion Chief Keith Guice as First Responder of the Year (Fire). The event was supported by significant sponsors such as Chevron and Citizens Bank. For more details, contact the Chamber at 228-875-4424.

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Southern Miss Alumna Helps Make History at John C. Stennis Space Center

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-02-22 16:00:00

SUMMARY: Tessa Keating, a University of Southern Mississippi alumna, plays a key role in promoting NASA’s Artemis lunar missions at the John C. Stennis Space Center. A Carriere, Miss. native, she earned her master’s degree in communications from USM in 2006 and began her career at NASA as an intern. Today, as the protocol officer, Keating oversees events and high-level visits while educating the public on space exploration. In 2024, she received the prestigious Silver Snoopy Award for her contributions to NASA Stennis. Keating is passionate about promoting the Artemis program and its historic milestones in space exploration.

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MGCCC’s Dr. Zach Moulds named Phi Theta Kappa Distinguished College Administrator

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-02-22 14:00:00

SUMMARY: Dr. Zach Moulds, Dean of Student Services at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Harrison County Campus, has been awarded the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Distinguished College Administrator for 2025. This recognition acknowledges college leaders dedicated to student success, as nominated by PTK students. Moulds will be honored at the PTK Annual Convention, Catalyst 2025, in Kansas City from April 3-5. He emphasized the importance of the opportunities provided by PTK and MGCCC for student development. Moulds, who joined MGCCC in 2019 and holds multiple degrees, expressed gratitude for the award and pride in his team’s efforts.

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