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Funeral held for Canton teacher killed in DUI crash

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5 days ago

July 2, 2024

www.wjtv.com – Sethanie Smith – 2024-07-02 16:40:32

SUMMARY: Friends and family gathered on July 2 to honor Tyra Small-Jackson, a Canton middle school teacher killed by a suspected drunk driver. The funeral was held at Mount Zion MB Church. Small-Jackson died in a crash on I-55 on June 22, caused by Jordan Leah Sullivan, who drove in the wrong direction. Sullivan is charged with aggravated DUI and faces between five to 25 years in prison. Small-Jackson, a teacher at Nichols Middle School, was the school's 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year and received multiple awards during her career.

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Man dies after being shot multiple times on Livingston Road

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1 hour ago

July 7, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-07-07 13:10:44

SUMMARY: JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A man was shot and killed early Sunday morning in Jackson on Livingston Road around 5:00 a.m. Detective Tommie Brown stated that officers arriving at the scene found that 47-year-old Willie Luckett had been shot multiple times and was transported to the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), where he was pronounced dead. Currently, there is no suspect information available. Anyone with details about the incident is urged to contact the Jackson Police Department at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477).

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Newly crowned Miss Volunteer America visits Tupelo

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16 hours ago

July 6, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2024-07-06 22:45:21

SUMMARY: Berkley Bryant, recently crowned Miss Volunteer America 2025, will be encouraging contestants at the Miss Mississippi Volunteer pageant in Tupelo. Bryant, who previously held the title of Miss South Carolina Volunteer, won $50,000 in scholarships at the national pageant in Jackson, Tennessee. She emphasized the importance of cherishing the experience and building relationships among contestants. Bryant will attend the finals for Miss Mississippi Volunteer and then embark on a year of travel and appearances for Miss Volunteer America. She also visited the Elvis Presley Birthplace shortly after arriving in Tupelo.

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HSFT Stop #6: French Camp

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18 hours ago

July 6, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Ybarra – 2024-07-06 20:53:06

SUMMARY: Nathan Wright, heading into his 21st season as French Camp football coach, emphasizes that experience has made him more patient. The team seeks to improve after a 3-8 season that ended with a first-round playoff loss. Senior quarterback Logan Wright expresses motivation to turn things around. Coach Wright's son Benjamin is out due to an ACL injury, with nephew Logan taking over as quarterback. Nathan values having family on the team despite challenges. The Panthers' senior and junior offensive line display strong chemistry, which excites Nathan for the season ahead.

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