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Shooter kills 4 at a Georgia high school and a 14-year-old student is in custody, officials say
SUMMARY: A school shooting occurred at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, resulting in four fatalities and at least nine injuries. Students were evacuated to the football stadium as law enforcement responded to the incident. The shooter was apprehended, but it remains unclear whether they were a student. This tragedy is part of a troubling trend of mass killings in the U.S., with 29 such incidents reported this year. The event has intensified discussions on gun control and left parents and students grappling with fear over school safety. Georgia officials expressed heartbreak over the situation, with Vice President Kamala Harris denouncing ongoing concerns about children‘s safety in schools.
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MGCCC celebrates 13 students named 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars
SUMMARY: Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College has announced that 13 of its students have received the prestigious 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarships from Phi Theta Kappa. This recognition is awarded to new members who excel in academics, leadership, and community service. The scholarship program offers $1,000 to assist with educational expenses. Nationwide, 210 students were selected from nearly 1,500 applicants. Notable scholars from MGCCC include Angela Cothern (biology), Ciara Ano (interior design), and Olivia Greenough (nursing), among others, who hold significant leadership roles within campus organizations and demonstrate strong commitment to their fields and communities.
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Carrโs Saints visit Prescottโs Cowboys just as pursuit of playoff redemption starts for both QBs
SUMMARY: Dak Prescott and Derek Carr, two veteran quarterbacks, face off as the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints meet in search of postseason success. Both have faced criticism; Prescott for not advancing deep into the playoffs despite a three-year streak, and Carr for only making the playoffs twice in nine seasons. Both teams started their seasons strong, with Dallas winning 33-17 against Cleveland and New Orleans dominating Carolina 47-10. Amidst a home win streak, Prescott aims to improve performance after last season’s playoff loss, while Carr seeks to solidify his role with the Saints after a challenging debut season.
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Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week: OLA Volleyballโs Ava Davis
SUMMARY: Ava Davis, a senior setter for Our Lady Academy’s volleyball team, has been named WXXV’s Student Athlete of the Week. Davis plays a crucial role in the team’s success by coordinating plays and supporting her teammates. She has contributed to two state championships and was recently named MVP in 2023. Emphasizing teamwork, Davis credits her success to her teammates, stating, “We are one team, one unit.” Grateful for her journey and faith, she reflects on personal growth through volleyball and expresses excitement about future opportunities, trusting that God will guide her next steps in the sport.
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