SUMMARY: Cissy Houston, acclaimed gospel singer and mother of Whitney Houston, passed away at 91 in her New Jersey home after battling Alzheimer’s disease. Known for her extraordinary contributions to music, she was a two-time Grammy winner and a member of The Sweet Inspirations, which backed legendary artists like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin. Houston recorded over 600 songs and collaborated with numerous musicians across genres, including her daughter Whitney. In addition to her music career, she authored three books. The Houston family expressed their deep sorrow and requested privacy during this difficult time.

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SUMMARY: Silas Corder is a standout senior quarterback at Pascagoula High School, known for breaking multiple school records, including career passing touchdowns and completions. Passionate about football since childhood, he leads the Panthers with a calm and fun approach this season, credited to his supportive teammates and coaches. Corder has committed to play for the University of Southern Mississippi, a lifelong dream, but he remains focused on helping his team achieve a state championship in their upcoming games. The Panthers look forward to their next district matchup against Picayune on October 11th.

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SUMMARY: Russell Pair, a senior at Mississippi State University (MSU) majoring in secondary education, won the reality TV competition “Estate of Survival,” earning a $100,000 prize. The show, launched by LG Electronics on Amazon Prime Video, features contestants facing challenges in a luxury estate to win prizes and avoid elimination. Pair described his experience as “super awesome” and credits MSU for boosting his confidence and preparing him for the competition. In addition to the cash prize, he will promote LG products and appear in commercials. Dean Teresa Jayroe praised Pair’s achievements and qualities as a future educator.

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