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Mississippi State shark scientist’s work featured in National Geographic documentary
SUMMARY: Marcus Drymon, a marine biologist at Mississippi State University, is featured in the National Geographic documentary “Shark Beach with Anthony Mackie” on Disney+, released in July. Drymon’s research focuses on sharks and their ecological role, particularly human-wildlife conflicts, such as shark depredation where sharks consume hooked fish. He appreciates the production team’s dedication to scientific accuracy. The documentary showcases Drymon and Mackie fishing for bull sharks on Lake Pontchartrain. Despite catching around 10,000 sharks in 15 years, Drymon finds each catch exciting, emphasizing the significance of his work in understanding shark distribution and maintaining coastal ecosystems.
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Health officials urge Mississippians to ‘know their numbers’ on World Diabetes Day
SUMMARY: Today, on World Diabetes Day, the Mississippi State Department of Health encourages residents to monitor their health numbers—cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, and body mass index—to reduce the risk of diabetes and other chronic illnesses. Mississippi ranked second in the U.S. for diabetes prevalence in 2023, with one in six residents affected. The state offers free screenings to detect pre-diabetes and urges lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes. The department’s “Giving Diabetes the Blues” event will take place on November 21 and 22, featuring health resources and a conference on prevention and treatment options.
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Police in Mississippi investigating ‘jackpotting’ at ATMs
SUMMARY: Police in Mississippi are investigating “jackpotting” incidents at ATMs following a break-in at a Community Bank in Tupelo. Officers discovered an ATM with signs of forced entry, and surveillance footage captured two Hispanic male suspects arriving in a silver Honda Accord. Similar incidents have also occurred in Amory, Madison, and Forest, suggesting the suspects may be linked to these cases. Jackpotting involves manipulating ATM software to dispense cash and is commonly associated with organized crime. Authorities are urging the public to report suspicious activity around ATMs. No arrests have been made yet.
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Mississippi investing $110 million in ‘future economic development success’
SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves announced Mississippi’s investment of over $110 million for statewide economic development, infrastructure upgrades, workforce development, tourism, and conservation. More than $97 million will support site development and infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing economic growth. This funding follows Amazon Web Services’ $10 billion investment in data centers. The Mississippi Development Authority will allocate over $29 million for various industrial site improvements. Additional funding seeks to enhance rail and wastewater systems, support workforce training, and fund conservation initiatives, positioning Mississippi for further private sector investments and job creation.
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