SUMMARY: Jackson State has been cleared of any wrongdoing by the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) following allegations of film spying. Accusations surfaced that a player from T.C. Taylor’s team informed Arkansas Pine Bluff that Jackson State had been watching their practice film ahead of their matchup, which the Tigers won 41-3. Jackson State denied the claims and cooperated with the SWAC investigation. After reviewing evidence, including interviews and legal consultations, the SWAC found no substantial evidence of unethical conduct. Jackson State (10-2, 8-0 SWAC) will host the SWAC Championship against Southern University on December 7.

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SUMMARY: Ahead of a busy Thanksgiving travel period, the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) is increasing efforts to ensure road safety from Wednesday through Sunday, December 1. The initiative includes deploying more state troopers, conducting safety checkpoints, and enforcing laws related to seatbelts, child restraints, and impaired driving. Last year, MHP investigated 169 crashes, including three fatalities, and made 109 DUI arrests. With nearly 80 million Americans expected to travel, MHP urges drivers to be responsible and drive safely, emphasizing their commitment to reducing crashes through strict law enforcement and partnerships with other agencies.

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SUMMARY: William Green Poindexter, a longtime Mississippi lawmaker and former Inverness mayor, passed away at 80 on November 26, 2024. Born on January 10, 1944, in Greenwood, he graduated from Mississippi State University in 1967. Poindexter’s political career began in 1971 when he became the youngest mayor of Inverness at 27. He served in the Mississippi House of Representatives from 1976 to 1993, representing three Delta districts. After his legislative career, he served as a legislative liaison for Governor Kirk Fordice. Poindexter’s obituary and funeral details are available through Burton Funeral Home.

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