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Huntington’s Disease Team Hope Walk to be held in Flowood May 20

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The Huntington’s Disease Team Hope Walk is coming up on Saturday, May 20 in Flowood.

For Heather Wilmoth, whose husband is mid-stage in the disease, the walk is a labor of love.

“For those who aren’t familiar with Huntington’s disease, it’s a neurodegenerative terminal disease that’s like having ALS, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s all rolled into one,” Wilmoth said on The Gallo Show. “This is our way of raising money to support centers of excellence, which we have one right here in Mississippi at UMMC. It helps the nationwide network of social workers and support groups and helps provide…

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By: Kelly Bennett
Title: Huntington’s Disease Team Hope Walk to be held in Flowood May 20
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/huntingtons-disease-team-hope-walk-to-be-held-in-flowood-may-20/
Published Date: Fri, 12 May 2023 00:20:32 +0000

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: November 22-24

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November 22, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-22 08:50:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (November 22-24), Mississippi offers a variety of events for everyone. Highlights include the Fleet Feet Coffee Run in Ridgeland, the Miss Magnolia State Pageant in Vicksburg, and the Handworks Holiday Market in Jackson. In Jackson, enjoy exhibits like “Dinosaurs Around the World” and “Of Salt and Spirit,” plus festive activities such as the “Magic of Lights” display and the “Journey to the North Pole” exhibit. In Hattiesburg, check out the Faculty Artist Series, the Pine Belt Holiday Expo, and the Ford Foundation Turkey Trot. Other events include markets, festivals, and live music throughout the state.

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Attorneys file motion to delay Jackson bribery trial

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November 21, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-21 16:41:00

SUMMARY: In connection with the Jackson bribery scandal, attorneys for federal officials and local leaders filed a motion to postpone the trial to allow time for extensive evidence review, including hours of recordings and thousands of pages of documents. Key figures charged include Hinds County DA Jody Owens, Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba, and Councilman Aaron Banks, each facing multiple counts of conspiracy related to bribery and fraud. The scandal involves alleged bribes amounting to over $80,000 related to a downtown development project, facilitated by individuals posing as real estate developers working with the FBI.

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Family of Dexter Wade rallies outside JPD nearly two years after his death

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November 20, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2024-11-20 14:20:00

SUMMARY: Nearly two years after Dexter Wade’s death, his family continues seeking justice. On November 20, Dexter Wade Day was observed in Jackson, declared by Councilman Kenneth Stokes. Wade, hit by a Jackson police cruiser in March 2023, was later found in a pauper’s grave in Hinds County, and his mother, Bettersten Wade, was unaware of his death until August 2023. She believes his death was covered up. No arrests have been made, and authorities consider it an accident. Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade expressed condolences and shared updates on new policies to prevent similar tragedies.

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