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Game Over: From Disgrace to Redemption
SUMMARY: Kwame Moore, once a promising basketball star and salutatorian, faced a life-altering struggle after being imprisoned for drug distribution. Sentenced to 20 years, he served 25 months and used his time to reflect and write about his journey, culminating in his memoir, “Game Over.” During his incarceration, Moore participated in the About Face program, sharing his story with young people to inspire better life choices. Released on New Year’s Day 2015, he focused on rebuilding relationships with his family and started a new life, emphasizing that past mistakes do not define one’s future. Moore is now remarried and runs a business.
Game Over: From Disgrace to Redemption
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SUMMARY: John Horn is projected to win the Jackson Democratic mayoral primary runoff, securing approximately 75% of the vote against incumbent Mayor Chak Lumbum’s 25%. Election analysts, Dr. Deandre Oie and Russ Latino, discuss the implications of Horn’s decisive victory, viewing it as a significant rejection of Lumumba’s administration amid ongoing challenges such as the water crisis and public safety concerns. Latino emphasizes Horn’s experience and ability to foster collaboration, whereas Oie notes Lumumba’s struggle to transition from an advocate to a politician. The discussion points to a desire for effective leadership and change in Jackson’s governance.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi Move is offering free rides to polling precincts for Tuesday’s runoff elections through its Roll2ThePolls service. Despite challenges like low turnout and rainy weather, the service aims to help voters, especially those with mobility issues, get to the polls. Yolanda Beard, a regular user, finds the service essential due to her spinal pain, while others appreciate the convenience it offers, particularly for those who can’t afford cars. Voters are preparing to make their voices heard in the elections, which run from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. tomorrow.
Need a ride? Mississippi Move offers free rides for runoff election
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SUMMARY: Tonight’s weather remains pleasantly warm, with temperatures in the upper 60s to lower 70s, dropping to mid and lower 60s by evening. Easter Sunday will be mostly cloudy with high temperatures reaching the mid-80s, and a slight chance of afternoon showers, although many will stay dry. A cold front arrives Monday morning, bringing rain and possible thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoon and into Tuesday. Winds could gust up to 25 mph on Sunday and Monday. The week ahead features lows in the 80s, with rain persisting but no severe threats anticipated. Enjoy Easter while preparing for potential showers.
WTOK Weather – Zack Rogers 4/19/25
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