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New mural in Tupelo tells story of pioneers in African American community

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www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2023-06-30 10:21:45

SUMMARY: A new mural in , Mississippi is honoring two African-American pioneers in the who made significant contributions to the community. The mural showcases Alice Little, a teacher who worked as an extension service agent and taught advanced agricultural methods to the African American community. It also features Amstead Mitchell Strange, a principal and agricultural advisor who played a key role in building the George Washington Carver School. The goal of the mural is to inspire future generations, specifically young African American individuals, to learn about and be inspired by the achievements of these pioneers. The mural was painted by artist Jeff Casso in two and a half days.

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Mississippi student found with pellet gun at bus stop

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-09-19 10:50:25

SUMMARY: On September 18, a student from South Park Elementary in Vicksburg, Mississippi, who was already suspended, was found with a pellet gun at a bus stop. from the Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) reported that no were harmed during the incident and that local authorities were alerted. The identity of the student has not been disclosed. The situation underscores concerns regarding safety in schools and at school-related locations.

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School bus crash reported in Lowndes County

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www.wcbi.com – Kealy Shields – 2024-09-19 10:33:36

SUMMARY: In Lowndes County, Mississippi, another school bus was rear-ended on September 19, marking the third incident involving school buses this academic year. The latest crash occurred at a stop sign at Stadium and Yorkville Road, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. Earlier incidents included a bus being rear-ended in August by an allegedly intoxicated driver and another collision on Highway 69 South where a bus and car side-swiped each other. Thankfully, there were no -threatening injuries from any of these , according to local .

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Pedestrian killed on Medgar Evers Boulevard in Jackson

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-09-19 08:51:31

SUMMARY: A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle in , Mississippi, on September 18, around 8:00 p.m. The incident occurred in the 3200 block of Medgar Evers Boulevard as the 42-year-old victim attempted to cross the road. He was hit by a white 2000 Nissan Frontier pickup truck. Detective Tommie Brown reported that the driver was interviewed at the scene, but it remains unclear whether charges will be filed. The identity of the victim has not yet been released.

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