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Officials celebrate more than $110,000 in grants awarded to Mississippi schools

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-09-23 11:51:05

SUMMARY: On September 13, officials from the Tupelo Public School District, the Association for Excellence in Education (AEE), and the King Early Childhood Education Center announced $110,778.03 in grants for the 2024-25 school year. These funds, comprising 28 grants for Tupelo teachers, aim to enhance educational experiences. AEE, celebrating its 41st year, was established to support public schools through grants initiated by local educators. Among the grants, the Founders Grant was awarded for the “Full Steam Ahead: Hands-on Mobile STEAM Museum,” which will provide students in Rankin County with interactive learning opportunities in various STEM fields.

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Former Mississippi State standout Jake Mangum makes MLB debut

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-03-31 21:45:00

SUMMARY: Former Mississippi State outfielder Jake Mangum fulfilled a childhood dream by making his MLB debut with the Tampa Bay Rays after five years in the minor leagues. He was notified of his promotion from the Durham Bulls and started as the right fielder against the Colorado Rockies. In his debut, Mangum had four plate appearances and reached base once via a walk as the Rays won 6-2. His parents attended the game, celebrating their anniversary, while Mangum reflected on his journey, expressing gratitude for the support he received. A standout in college, he was drafted by the Mets in 2019.

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‘Shoutout to Laurel and my mother’: Mississippian stars in HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’

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March 31, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-03-31 21:28:00

SUMMARY: Parker Posey plays Victoria Ratliff, a Southern matriarch in HBO’s The White Lotus, drawing on her Southern roots for the role. Born in Maryland and raised in Louisiana and Mississippi, Posey attended R.H. Watkins High School in Laurel, where her mother still resides. In interviews, she shared how her upbringing influenced her character’s long accent and personality, inspired by wealthy Southerners and theatrical influences like Tennessee Williams. Recognized as the “Queen of the Indies” following her work in films like Dazed and Confused, Posey continues to shine in her role on The White Lotus, airing Sundays on HBO.

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Ole Miss frontman Chris Beard named Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year following historic season

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March 31, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-03-31 15:58:00

SUMMARY: Ole Miss head basketball coach Chris Beard received the 2025 Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year award after leading the Rebels to their second Sweet 16 appearance and first in 25 years, finishing the season with a 24-12 record. After a stronger second season, Beard enhanced his veteran roster with talented transfers. Ole Miss achieved its best SEC record in six years, including wins over top-ranked teams Alabama and Tennessee. Despite a narrow loss to Michigan State in the NCAA tournament, Beard is already engaging with top prospects in the transfer portal, aiming for continued success.

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