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Ole Miss football earns highest AP preseason poll ranking since 1970
SUMMARY: The Associated Press Top 25 preseason college football poll ranked Ole Miss football No. 6, marking their highest preseason position since 1970. Head coach Lane Kiffin acknowledges the high expectations and pressure accompanying this ranking. He focuses on personal responsibility, reflecting on past losses that could have been avoided with better performance. Kiffin engages with his players about the heightened attention from media and fans, emphasizing the need for communication amid the increased scrutiny they face. This season brings considerable anticipation for the Rebels, driven by both legacy and desire for improvement.
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Body of missing Jackson man found in wooded area
SUMMARY: Jackson police are investigating the discovery of 76-year-old Arthur Ray Mikell’s body, found in a wooded area east of South Gallatin Street. Mikell had been reported missing on September 17, 2024. His vehicle, a white 2012 Dodge Ram 1500, was also recovered. Detective Tommie Brown noted that the cause of death remains under investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information on the case to contact the Jackson Police Department at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477).
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Potential trial date set for former WWE wrestler charged with theft of millions in Mississippi welfare scandal
SUMMARY: Former professional wrestler Theodore “Ted” DiBiase Jr. faces charges for allegedly misappropriating millions in federal funds intended for needy families in Mississippi. The indictment, unsealed in 2023, outlines his involvement in a welfare scandal along with co-conspirators, including former Mississippi Department of Human Services director John Davis. DiBiase is charged with conspiracy, wire fraud, theft, and money laundering. An unofficial trial date has been set for August 26, 2025. DiBiase seeks to retain his attorneys amid claims of potential conflicts of interest due to their past representations. He risks significant prison time if convicted.
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Memphis man convicted in fatal shooting at Jackson motel
SUMMARY: Marvin Willoughby, a Memphis man, was convicted for the 2017 homicide of 28-year-old Freddie Mosley at the Mustang Motel in Jackson, Mississippi. The incident occurred on September 12, when police found Mosley dead at the scene. Investigators identified Willoughby as the shooter through surveillance footage. After a two-week manhunt across multiple states, he was apprehended by U.S. Marshals in Kansas. Authorities revealed he was also involved in human trafficking and prostitution, bringing women to Jackson for sex work. Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens announced the conviction.
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