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Grisham to release ‘The Exchange,’ sequel to ‘The Firm’ this October

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Over 30 years after “The Firm” put John Grisham on the map as one of America’s best fiction writers, the Mississippi native is releasing a sequel to his famous novel.

“The Exchange,” which is set to be released on Oct. 17, will reunite readers with attorney and whistleblower Mitch McDeere. During a recent appearance on CBS Mornings, Grisham gave a little insight into where McDeere and his wife, Abby, are now.

“Mitch is 41 years old. He’s a lawyer in Manhattan. He’s a partner in the biggest law firm in the world. He’s a very successful international lawyer, who goes all over the world putting out fires for his clients. He’s very successful” Grisham explained. “Abby is a book publisher in Manhattan. They have twin sons and life is very good. And then, Mitch takes a case that he probably wishes he hasn’t taken, and his life gets very complicated.”

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Title: Grisham to release ‘The Exchange,’ sequel to ‘The Firm’ this October
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Published Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2023 18:56:10 +0000

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: December 20-22

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-12-20 12:03:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (December 20-22), Mississippi offers a variety of festive events. In Jackson, enjoy Food Truck Friday, candlelight concerts, a Grinch movie screening, and Journey to the North Pole. In Ridgeland, experience Merry Bingo, Christmas on the Green, and Fleet Feet Coffee Run. Vicksburg hosts Rock the Halls, while Natchez offers a European Christmas Shopping Village. Other activities include Santa scuba diving at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Million Dollar Quartet Christmas, and Magic of Lights in Brandon. Hattiesburg features Lights of the Wild and Teddy Bear Tea with Santa. Numerous holiday events are available across the state.

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Attorneys seek protective order in Jackson bribery case

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-12-19 14:36:00

SUMMARY: Prosecutors in Jackson are seeking a protective order to prevent the release of sensitive information in a bribery case involving Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba, and City Councilman Aaron Banks. The motion aims to protect personal, financial, and grand jury information, fearing it could impair investigations and fair trial rights. The three officials face charges related to a bribery scheme involving $80,000 in bribes for approving a real estate development project. Other individuals, including former City Councilwoman Angelique Lee and Sherik Marve Smith, are also implicated, with Smith pleading guilty to conspiracy.

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Suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO struggles, shouts while entering courthouse

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www.wjtv.com – MICHAEL R. SISAK and MARK SCOLFORO, Associated Press – 2024-12-10 14:27:00

SUMMARY: Luigi Nicholas Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, was arrested in Pennsylvania and charged with the murder of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare. Mangione, who expressed disdain for corporate greed and the health insurance industry, was found with a gun matching the murder weapon and fraudulent IDs. He initially gave false identification but was recognized at a McDonald’s. Mangione, who wrote a three-page document expressing anti-corporate sentiments, is being extradited to New York. His family, shocked by his arrest, expressed condolences to Thompson’s family. Mangione had no prior criminal complaints but had a history of severe back pain.

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