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Pearl River holds successful 2024 Athletics Hall of Fame celebration
SUMMARY: Pearl River Community College celebrated its Athletics Hall of Fame with a successful event featuring a golf tournament and a packed banquet. The day began with a four-man scramble where Austin Darden’s team won first place. Notably, Carter Nicholson achieved a hole-in-one, winning a camper. The evening banquet honored the 2024 inductees: Jack Byrd, Emil Jones, Pamela Munger, Nick Smith, and Walt Thomas, alongside Spirit of a Wildcat recipients Bobby and Marjory Thrash. The event also marked the 20th anniversary of the 2003-04 championship teams. Nominations for the 2025 Hall of Fame class are open on the college’s website.
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Galapagos tortoises at Philadelphia Zoo become first-time parents at nearly 100
SUMMARY: At the Philadelphia Zoo, two nearly 100-year-old critically endangered Western Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoises, known as Mommy and Abrazzo, have become first-time parents, marking a historic first for the zoo. Four hatchlings emerged, weighing about 70-80 grams, with the first egg hatching on February 27. The tortoises are being cared for in the Reptile and Amphibian House while their growth is monitored. Zoo President Jo-Elle Mogerman expressed excitement about this milestone, highlighting Mommy’s genetic importance for conservation efforts. The hatchlings are scheduled for a public debut and naming contest on April 23.
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Gulfport Powerlifting dominates State Championship; Boys with fourth consecutive title and Girls with first title in school history!
SUMMARY: The Gulfport boys powerlifting team recently achieved their fourth consecutive state title and eighth in nine years, marking a remarkable legacy. Senior Hudson Williams emphasized the significance of this victory, reflecting on their journey since his freshman year. The team’s unity, described as a “brotherhood,” fuels their relentless winning culture. Noteworthy individual achievements include Hudson breaking the state squat record and Parker Bennington’s record in the girls’ division, alongside junior Marcela Rodriguez, who set a bench press record. This year marked a historical moment, as the girls’ team won their first title, making 2025 a landmark year for Gulfport powerlifting.
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Judge dismisses former Mississippi governor’s defamation lawsuit against news outlet
SUMMARY: A judge dismissed a defamation lawsuit by former Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant against Mississippi Today, which had reported on the misuse of $77 million in federal welfare funds. Bryant alleged slanderous comments were made about him in public, but the court sided with Mississippi Today, citing constitutionally protected speech. The lawsuit followed the Pulitzer Prize-winning reporting on welfare mismanagement, which revealed funds were diverted to the wealthy. Bryant’s legal team intends to appeal the decision. The case has drawn praise from press advocacy groups, emphasizing the importance of defending critical journalism against intimidation tactics.
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