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Mar-Jac Poultry settles with OSHA after death of teenage Guatemalan immigrant

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-08-16 19:52:06

SUMMARY: Mar-Jac Poultry, a Hattiesburg processing plant, has settled with OSHA over the death of a 16-year-old Guatemalan immigrant, Duvan Perez, who died in July 2023 after being caught in a machine while cleaning. The company agreed to pay $164,814 in fines and implement enhanced safety measures. OSHA found that Mar-Jac had failed to adhere to safety protocols, prompting the settlement, which includes providing additional training, introducing more supervisors, and conducting regular safety audits. Perez’s family previously sued the company and staffing agency for negligence, as federal law forbids minors from working in such facilities.

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Hinds Community College hires former Starkville High School football head coach Chris Jones

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-12-23 17:18:00

SUMMARY: Chris Jones, the successful coach of Starkville High School football, has been appointed as the new head coach for Hinds Community College’s Bulldogs following Larry Williams’ departure. With an impressive record of 129-37 over 12 years, Jones led Starkville to three state championship appearances, winning the 2022 MHSAA 6A title and the 2016 MHSAA 3A championship with Kemper County High. Recognized as the 2023 Coach of the Year by the Mississippi Association of Coaches, Jones’s extensive background includes playing receiver at Jackson State and time in professional football. Hinds officials express confidence in his leadership abilities and vision for their program.

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Southern Miss signs 15 transfers in blowout recruiting weekend

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-12-23 16:17:00

SUMMARY: Charles Huff, recently appointed head coach of Southern Miss football, kickstarted the recruiting season by signing 15 transfer portal additions. This aggressive recruiting approach, touted as the “biggest recruiting weekend in Southern Miss history,” aims to revitalize the program after a disappointing 1-11 record during Will Hall’s last season. Huff expressed excitement about the new signees on social media, indicating a positive start for the program. The roster includes talented players from Marshall, East Mississippi Community College, and Mississippi State, enhancing the Golden Eagles’ prospects for a successful 2025 season as they work to “flip the script.”

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Santa Claus, reindeer team cleared for Christmas Eve travel across Mississippi

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-12-23 14:54:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi travel officials are preparing for a busy holiday season, with Santa Claus receiving approval from the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) for his sleigh and toy load. MDOT inspected Santa’s sleigh, confirming it met safety standards, including weight limits and lighting. Santa’s takeoffs and landings in Mississippi were approved, and exceptions were granted for last-minute additions to the “Nice List.” MDOT encouraged residents to follow Santa’s safety example by ensuring children are in car seats, seatbelts are worn, and distracted driving is avoided. Drivers were reminded to be cautious and alert for reindeer and sleighs during the holiday season.

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