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Two Mississippi Lottery players earn prizes totaling more than $353,000
SUMMARY: Two Mississippi Lottery players won over $353,000 in recent draws. One player hit the Mississippi Match 5 jackpot of $253,094.41, purchasing their ticket at LL Quick Mart in Lucedale, while another won $100,000 in Powerball after matching four of five numbers with a Power Play multiplier at Marathon Fast Stop in Tupelo. The Match 5 jackpot, previously won in July, is now reset to $50,000. Current jackpots include an estimated $306 million for Mega Millions and $131 million for Powerball. Winners have 180 days to claim their prizes from the drawing date.
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Health officials urge Mississippians to ‘know their numbers’ on World Diabetes Day
SUMMARY: Today, on World Diabetes Day, the Mississippi State Department of Health encourages residents to monitor their health numbers—cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, and body mass index—to reduce the risk of diabetes and other chronic illnesses. Mississippi ranked second in the U.S. for diabetes prevalence in 2023, with one in six residents affected. The state offers free screenings to detect pre-diabetes and urges lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes. The department’s “Giving Diabetes the Blues” event will take place on November 21 and 22, featuring health resources and a conference on prevention and treatment options.
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Police in Mississippi investigating ‘jackpotting’ at ATMs
SUMMARY: Police in Mississippi are investigating “jackpotting” incidents at ATMs following a break-in at a Community Bank in Tupelo. Officers discovered an ATM with signs of forced entry, and surveillance footage captured two Hispanic male suspects arriving in a silver Honda Accord. Similar incidents have also occurred in Amory, Madison, and Forest, suggesting the suspects may be linked to these cases. Jackpotting involves manipulating ATM software to dispense cash and is commonly associated with organized crime. Authorities are urging the public to report suspicious activity around ATMs. No arrests have been made yet.
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Mississippi investing $110 million in ‘future economic development success’
SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves announced Mississippi’s investment of over $110 million for statewide economic development, infrastructure upgrades, workforce development, tourism, and conservation. More than $97 million will support site development and infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing economic growth. This funding follows Amazon Web Services’ $10 billion investment in data centers. The Mississippi Development Authority will allocate over $29 million for various industrial site improvements. Additional funding seeks to enhance rail and wastewater systems, support workforce training, and fund conservation initiatives, positioning Mississippi for further private sector investments and job creation.
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