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Mississippi Rep. Charles Young Jr. passes away at 62
SUMMARY: Mississippi Rep. Charles Young, Jr., 62, passed away at a Jackson hospital, with no cause of death reported. A Democrat, Young was elected to represent the 82nd District in 2012 and served four terms, following his father, Charles Young, Sr., who held the position from 1980 until 2009. Young was an advocate for human rights and supported the removal of the Confederate emblem from the state flag in 2020. He served as vice chair of the House Corrections Committee and was involved in various other committees. Funeral arrangements have not been announced, and the governor has 30 days to schedule a special election to fill his vacancy.
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Mississippi Museum of Natural Science inviting guests to attend dinosaur exhibit before departure
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science is currently featuring the “Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors” exhibit, showcasing 11 animatronic dinosaurs, until January 5. Visitors can explore the prehistoric era with creatures like T. rex and Herrerasaurus. Following this, the museum will introduce “Mindbender Mansion” from January 18 to May 4, focusing on brainteasers and interactive challenges that emphasize math, science, and technology. Guests can join the “Mindbender Society” by solving puzzles to uncover hidden clues. The museum is open Monday to Sunday, with admission prices ranging from $6 to $8, and offers annual membership options.
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DOJ: Former Capitol Police officer indicted in federal court for excessive force
SUMMARY: Jeffery Walker, a former Mississippi State Capitol Police officer, has been charged with felony excessive force against a handcuffed arrestee, identified as “E.S.” On July 27, 2022, Walker chased E.S. during a traffic stop, leading to a crash. After E.S. was handcuffed by another officer, Walker allegedly slammed his head into a car, forced him to the ground, and kicked him, causing injuries. Walker pleaded not guilty to depriving E.S. of civil rights. He faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted. The case is being investigated by the FBI and prosecuted by federal attorneys.
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Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart spreads holiday cheer with trip to children’s hospital
SUMMARY: Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart spread holiday joy by participating in Nicholas Air’s “Stuff the Plane” teddy bear drive at the Children’s of Mississippi hospital. Known for his success on the field, Dart took time to distribute stuffed animals and connect with young patients. Nicholas Air expressed gratitude for the event’s success, bringing smiles to children. Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann also attended, sharing a humorous social media post about their appearance differences. Dart, who has a significant NIL deal with Nicholas Air, is expected to enter the NFL draft, with one last game for Ole Miss in the Gator Bowl on January 2.
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