Mississippi News
Political science professor talks about voting trends
SUMMARY: The upcoming presidential election marks the first since the pandemic. The 2020 election saw record-high voter turnout, largely due to COVID-19, with significant use of mail-in ballots and early voting, as noted by Dr. Brian Shoup from MSU. In Mississippi, the turnout rate was 60.2%. Shoup attributes higher turnout to the political affiliation becoming a stronger part of individuals’ identities and suggests social media‘s role in engaging younger voters. Early voting has increased, although legal changes may delay counting those votes. In contrast, turnout was lower in the 2016 election.
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Man, woman charged in Vicksburg domestic violence incident
SUMMARY: Vicksburg police arrested and charged Daron Evans, 28, and Elizabeth Rader, 23, following a domestic violence incident on November 2. The incident occurred around 5:00 a.m. near Indiana Avenue and Churchill Drive. After a thorough investigation, both individuals were charged with aggravated assault domestic violence, with Evans’ bond set at $250,000 and Rader’s at $75,000. They appeared in court on November 4. These arrests highlight ongoing concerns regarding domestic violence in the community.
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Vicksburg man sentenced for robbing Rankin County Dollar General
SUMMARY: De’Anthony RaShad Smith, a 27-year-old man from Vicksburg, was convicted of armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon in Rankin County, Mississippi. Smith, who previously faced a conviction for aggravated robbery in Texas, pleaded guilty after robbing a Dollar General store on September 8, 2023. He was sentenced to 45 years for armed robbery, five years for conspiracy, and ten years for firearm possession. Surveillance footage captured the robbery, and police apprehended him shortly after with the stolen money and weapon.
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What time do the polls close in Mississippi?
SUMMARY: On Election Day, Americans will vote in various races, from local offices to the presidency. A guide is available for polling place closing times across the states. Although initial results may emerge soon after polls close, final tallies could take longer, particularly in close contests. Some municipalities may vary in their polling hours. For example, in Alabama, polls close at 7:00 p.m. CT, while California’s close at 8:00 p.m. PT. To better understand when results may be reported, voters are encouraged to verify their polling location’s hours in advance.
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