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Mississippi Book Festival unites 37,000 readers through 10th edition
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Book Festival concluded its largest event yet, attracting 37,000 book lovers. Held in September, this year’s festival featured over 40 panels, writing workshops, and opportunities for readers to purchase signed books. Notable highlights included a standing-room-only panel with two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward, moderated by LeVar Burton. Other celebrated authors showcased their new works, adding to the festival’s vibrant atmosphere. For those unable to attend, all sessions were recorded and will be available for free on the festival’s website. The organizers expressed gratitude to sponsors, volunteers, and attendees for making the 10th festival memorable.
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Federal Reserve cuts key rate by sizable half-point, signaling end to its inflation fight
SUMMARY: The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate by half a point, marking its first reduction in over four years. This move aims to bolster the slowing job market, lowering the key rate to approximately 4.8% from a previous high of 5.3%. As inflation has decreased from a peak of 9.1% in mid-2022 to 2.5%, the Fed plans additional cuts in upcoming meetings. Chair Jerome Powell emphasized the importance of supporting employment and stated their commitment to stability over political influences. The decision reflects a shift from combating inflation towards fostering economic growth while addressing rising unemployment concerns.
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Four women to bike entire Natchez Trace to promote living organ donation
SUMMARY: Next Tuesday, four women kidney donors will embark on a 444-mile bike journey along the Natchez Trace Parkway to raise awareness for living organ donation. The event, “4Women 4Kidneys 444Miles 4days,” will start in Nashville and end in Natchez, featuring personal donation stories. Participants include Diane Mills and Anna Cannington from Mississippi, Becky Bussey from Colorado, and Rebekah Thomas from Vermont. They aim to demonstrate that kidney donation enhances life rather than hinders it. With approximately 90,000 people awaiting transplants in the U.S., living donations can significantly reduce wait times, offering a vital means of support for those in need.
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Ole Miss football unveils brand-new helmets for Oklahoma matchup
SUMMARY: The No. 5 Ole Miss football team is set to debut new navy blue helmets with white accents during their inaugural conference matchup against No. 15 Oklahoma on October 26. The Ole Miss Athletics Department revealed the helmets on social media, sparking mixed reactions from fans. Since Lane Kiffin became head coach, the team has updated its uniforms, including introducing powder blue jerseys. Despite divided opinions on the new helmet design, Ole Miss aims for a spot in the College Football Playoff this season, continuing with a game against Georgia Southern on Saturday at 6:45 p.m. Central.
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