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Three-year National Folk Festival expected to bring $60 million to Jackson

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-05-21 20:49:16

SUMMARY: Mississippi will host the National Folk Festival for the first time, with Jackson as the venue from 2025-27. Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba announced that the festival, a free three-day event featuring music, dance, and traditional arts, will attract over 330,000 visitors and generate over $60 million in local economic impact. The nonprofit National Council for the Traditional Arts, which has organized the festival since 1934, chose Jackson after a competitive selection process. In addition to showcasing diverse cultural traditions, the festival’s second year will align with America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. The event will commence in November 2025.

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NFPA provides tips to prevent Christmas fires

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www.supertalk.fm – SuperTalk News Staff – 2024-12-24 06:38:00

SUMMARY: The holiday season increases fire hazards due to Christmas trees, decorations, and festive cooking. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), December is a key month for home fires, with Christmas Eve and Day among the top days for incidents. Common causes include Christmas trees, decorative lights, and candles, which lead to an average of 150, 790, and 5,700 fires annually, respectively. Unattended cooking remains the leading cause overall, with Thanksgiving topping the list. NFPA emphasizes that many of these fires can be prevented through awareness and safety precautions, ensuring a festive, fire-free season.

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Hinds Community College hires former Starkville High School football head coach Chris Jones

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-12-23 17:18:00

SUMMARY: Chris Jones, the successful coach of Starkville High School football, has been appointed as the new head coach for Hinds Community College’s Bulldogs following Larry Williams’ departure. With an impressive record of 129-37 over 12 years, Jones led Starkville to three state championship appearances, winning the 2022 MHSAA 6A title and the 2016 MHSAA 3A championship with Kemper County High. Recognized as the 2023 Coach of the Year by the Mississippi Association of Coaches, Jones’s extensive background includes playing receiver at Jackson State and time in professional football. Hinds officials express confidence in his leadership abilities and vision for their program.

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Southern Miss signs 15 transfers in blowout recruiting weekend

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-12-23 16:17:00

SUMMARY: Charles Huff, recently appointed head coach of Southern Miss football, kickstarted the recruiting season by signing 15 transfer portal additions. This aggressive recruiting approach, touted as the “biggest recruiting weekend in Southern Miss history,” aims to revitalize the program after a disappointing 1-11 record during Will Hall’s last season. Huff expressed excitement about the new signees on social media, indicating a positive start for the program. The roster includes talented players from Marshall, East Mississippi Community College, and Mississippi State, enhancing the Golden Eagles’ prospects for a successful 2025 season as they work to “flip the script.”

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