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North Carolina fugitive wanted for child sex crimes captured in Richland
SUMMARY: Mark Jacques Greene, a man with eight felony warrants for child sex crimes in North Carolina, was arrested in Richland after U.S. Marshals and local police tracked him to a hotel. Greene was identified loading his vehicle but fled when officers attempted to detain him. He later surrendered without incident after being surrounded by law enforcement, including K-9 units. Greene faces charges including two counts of child rape and four counts of statutory sex offenses. Following his arrest, authorities uncovered a credit card fraud operation he was allegedly involved in. He will be extradited back to North Carolina for trial.
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Taylor Swift exhibit to keep shimmering at Grammy Museum Mississippi with extension announced
SUMMARY: The Grammy Museum Mississippi has extended its popular exhibit “Taylor Swift: Through The Eras” until August 31 due to its success in attracting visitors and increasing attendance. Executive director Emily Havens expressed excitement about sharing Swift’s career milestones with more fans. The exhibit features various artifacts, including costumes and instruments from all 11 eras of Swift’s 18-year career, showcasing her significant achievements, such as winning 14 Grammys and completing the highest-grossing tour ever, the Eras Tour. The museum operates Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., with tickets available online.
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Steve Azar’s ‘One Mississippi’ could soon become required reading in elementary schools
SUMMARY: Steve Azar’s children’s book “One Mississippi” may soon be required reading for second graders in Mississippi. The House of Representatives passed House Bill 1417 with a 112-1 vote, mandating the State Department of Education to acquire and distribute the book to all public and charter schools by the 2025-26 school year. The bill, authored by Republican Becky Currie, also requires a teaching plan for educators to explain the book’s significance during “Read Across America Week.” “One Mississippi,” which depicts Mississippi history through seven characters, became the state’s official song in 2022 and aims to foster civic pride among students.
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Mississippi Senate follows in House’s footsteps, passing bill to rid public colleges of DEI initiatives
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Senate passed the “REFOCUS Act,” following the House’s similar legislation targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in public education. The bill, supported solely by Republicans, aims to make hiring and admissions at public colleges solely merit-based and closes DEI offices. Opponents, including Black Democratic lawmakers, argue it undermines progress and disregards Mississippi’s historical injustices. Sen. Bradford Blackmon emphasized the need for supportive environments for minority students, while bill sponsor Sen. Tyler McCaughn claimed it would enhance academic standards for all. The Senate’s bill differs by focusing only on higher education, unlike the House bill, which affects all public institutions.
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