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Hub City folks gather to hear state treasurer's message
SUMMARY: Mississippi State Treasurer David McRae visited Hattiesburg as part of his four-year statewide tour to return unclaimed money to residents. During his tenure, he has successfully returned $100 million to Mississippians. The tour included a stop at EDS Burger Joint, where staff assisted individuals in locating unclaimed funds. McRae emphasized the importance of redistributing this money to boost local economies, stating that it helps bring financial relief to communities. Residents can check for unclaimed funds on the Mississippi state treasury website, Treasury.ms.gov.

Hub City folks gather to hear state treasurer’s message.
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EF-2 tornado damages homes in Lamar County
SUMMARY: An EF-2 tornado struck Lamar County early in the morning, damaging 20 to 25 homes, with several destroyed in the Pine Bur community near Baxterville. Residents are grappling with the aftermath, as many now face the daunting task of rebuilding their lives without insurance. Emergency Management reported a significant trail of damage across Lamar and Maran counties. While no injuries occurred, residents are urged to stay vigilant during severe weather season. Local neighbors and workers are helping clear debris and assist those in need. Damage assessments are ongoing, and officials advise against sightseeing after dark.

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Interview: New Albany theater performing ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’
SUMMARY: Jay Shro, the new artistic director at Magnolia Theater, shared details about their transition from showing movies to live theater. Their 2025 season will open with *The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe*, running from April 10th to 13th. The production, based on C.S. Lewis’s story, follows four children in the magical world of Narnia, grappling with good versus evil. Shro emphasized the importance of live theater, offering a unique communal experience. The cast, mostly youth aged 10-13, is eager to bring the story to life. Performances will include evening shows and matinees at the Magnolia Theater in New Albany.

Check out the Magnolia Theatre’s performance of “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” on April 10-13.
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Mrs. Magnolia State 2025
SUMMARY: Camden Morris hosts Live at Nine with Jennifer Allen Davis, Mrs. Magnolia State. Jennifer shares her journey in pageantry, starting in 1996 with Chris Shannon Productions and later witnessing her mother crowned as the first Mrs. Magnolia State. Competing eight times over 26 years, Jennifer won the title after being first runner-up in previous years. Her platform, “Safe Home, Safe Heart,” supports children affected by PTSD and trauma. She discusses the competition’s interview, evening gown, and casual wear segments and the Magnolia State pageant’s multiple divisions. Despite personal challenges, Jennifer honored her late husband while preparing for the crown.

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