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Four injured in shooting near Columbus hospital

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2023-07-31 20:17:36

SUMMARY: Four people were injured in a shooting at or near Baptist Golden Triangle hospital in Mississippi. The shooting took place on July 31, and it is unclear whether it occurred in the hospital’s parking lot or a few blocks away. Investigators believe two vehicles were involved in the shooting and that the victims were from those cars. Four people have been detained for questioning, and the hospital was placed on lockdown for about an hour. Witnesses reported hearing over 30 gunshots. The investigation is ongoing and more information is expected to be released later.

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Mississippi College announces name change, drops football program

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-11-18 14:46:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi College (MC) will change its name to Mississippi Christian University in 2026, coinciding with its bicentennial. The Board of Trustees also decided to discontinue the college’s football program and approved plans for academic reorganization and realignment of the athletic department. The changes aim to enhance the institution’s focus on academic excellence and Christian education. Mississippi College President Blake Thompson emphasized the importance of these transformations for the school’s future, while Athletic Director Kenny Bizot acknowledged the decision to end the football program is difficult due to its legacy and connections with many supporters.

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SWAC suspends 7 JSU football players after postgame fight

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November 18, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Sethanie Smith – 2024-11-18 12:41:00

SUMMARY: The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) has announced suspensions and fines following a postgame altercation between the football teams of Jackson State University (JSU) and Alabama State University on November 16. SWAC Commissioner Dr. Charles McClelland expressed disappointment over the unsportsmanlike conduct, which violates league ethics. A total of sixteen student-athletes—seven from JSU and nine from Alabama State—will be suspended for their involvement in the brawl, affecting their participation in the next game against Alcorn State University. Additionally, both institutions face a $25,000 fine.

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Crews respond to fire at South Jackson storage unit facility

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November 18, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-11-18 10:37:00

SUMMARY: On November 18, at approximately 7:00 a.m., Jackson firefighters responded to a fire at a storage facility on Highway 18. Assistant Fire Chief Patrick Armon noted this was not the first incident at the location, as it had previously caught fire a few months ago, attributed to human involvement. While the exact cause of the current fire is still under investigation, Armon indicated that extinguishing the fire might take most of the day.

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