SUMMARY: The renovated Superdome will mark the beginning of the NFL season as the New Orleans Saints face the Carolina Panthers. New Orleans, under coach Dennis Allen and new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, aims to revitalize its offense with quarterback Derek Carr and players like Alvin Kamara and Chris Olave. Meanwhile, the Panthers, coming off a 2-15 season, have a new general manager and coach, signaling a fresh start. Both teams feature many new faces; Young is expected to lead Carolina’s challenged offense. As defenses adjust, the stakes for both teams are high heading into the season opener.

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SUMMARY: The film “I Want to Be at the Meeting: Sacred and Secular in the Mississippi Delta” will air on Mississippi Public Broadcasting on September 13 and 15. It features Grammy-nominated artist Jontavious Willis and the Coahoma Community College Choir, presenting powerful gospel performances. Producer Don Allan Mitchell emphasized the project‘s interdisciplinary nature, stemming from a live-streamed concert during the pandemic. The film’s co-producer, Ted Fisher, recognized its potential as a documentary, showcasing the deep connection between blues and Black gospel music. Delta State University students played a key role in filming and editing, enhancing their learning experience.

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SUMMARY: Evan Noel, a five-star kicker and senior at St. Stanislaus College, has been named the first Student Athlete of the Week for the 2024-2025 year. Inspired by his father since age nine, Noel’s excellent kicking consistency has made him a crucial asset for the Rock-a-Chaw football team. Under Coach Tate Thigpen, Noel recently achieved a career-high 53-yard kick. Committed to the University of Arkansas, he values making his parents proud and strives to continue improving. Beyond kicking, he demonstrates leadership and strong work ethic, earning the respect of his teammates and fostering brotherhood within the team.

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