SUMMARY: Chris Paul, former New Orleans point guard, announced the 2025-26 NBA season will be his final. Drafted fourth overall in 2005 by the New Orleans Hornets, Paul quickly excelled, earning Rookie of the Year and All-NBA honors. He spent six years with the Hornets, highlighted by a franchise-best 56-26 record in 2008. After a vetoed trade attempt to the Lakers, Paul was traded to the Clippers, then played for Houston, Oklahoma City, Phoenix (reaching the NBA Finals), Golden State, and San Antonio. Over 20 seasons, he accumulated 23,011 points, 12,499 assists, nine All-Defensive selections, and solidified a Hall of Fame career.

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SUMMARY: Doctors warn of the dangers fireworks pose to the eyes, with 15% of fireworks injuries affecting vision. Lisa Dickerson lost sight in one eye after a bottle rocket malfunctioned during a family celebration. Despite multiple surgeries, she now has significant scarring and disfigurement. Dr. Aaron Shriver and others note a spike in firework-related eye injuries following legalization in Iowa, overwhelming emergency rooms. Safety tips include keeping a bucket of water and fire extinguisher nearby, waiting 20 minutes before handling duds, soaking faulty fireworks in water, and wearing protective goggles. Lisa urges caution to prevent similar life-changing injuries.

If you plan on setting off fireworks, doctors are warning you to protect your eyes.

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SUMMARY: West Monroe police arrested Stanley Vandivere after a bank robbery where he wore a clown mask, threatened a customer and employees with a gun, and stole \$1,000. He was charged with second-degree kidnapping, armed robbery, and resisting arrest. Meanwhile, Meghan O’Boyle, 41, was arrested for defrauding an elderly woman of over \$600,000, charged with exploitation and theft. Starting August 1, Louisiana will ban handheld phone use while driving statewide, enforceable as a secondary offense. Twin Cities will celebrate Independence Day on July 5 with fireworks, runs, parties, and a patriotic flag display downtown. Spotty storms possible; highs near mid-90s.

Midday Ark-La-Miss Update for Friday, July 4, 2025

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