Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of October.
Good morning, Jackson.
📰 Civic
Tougaloo College student Terry Rogers hosted a voter awareness event inside Woodworth Chapel to educate students about registration, policy issues, and rising gas and grocery prices, with civil-rights leader Rev.
William Barber urging young people to use their power. Rogers' fraternity plans to visit other local colleges to continue outreach.
🎓 Education
Brandon High English teacher Tracey McKay was surprised this month with the Alyce Clarke Award by the Mississippi Association of Educators + 16 WAPT, honoring her 25 years of teaching and more than a decade at the school.
🌲 Environment
Entergy Mississippi announced it will build a natural gas power plant in Raymond (details and timeline forthcoming).
🏥 Health
American Medical Response urges parents and drivers to take safety steps for Halloween, Oct.
31: keep adults with children, plan a route, finish before dark or stay in well-lit areas, use bright or reflective costumes (stripe tape across chest, back, toes, heels), avoid masks, and carry flashlights. Cross at intersections, stay on sidewalks, inspect all treats at home, and drivers should slow down and watch for children.
🏈 Sports
Morton edged Forest 33-32 to claim the No. 2 seed in 4A Region 6 (they will host a region playoff game next week).
Seminary beat Magee 35-7 to win its first region title since 2018 and advance to the postseason, giving the team its highest finish in eight years.
Madison Central junior Tripp Smith was named Week 10 Student-Athlete of the Week by The End Zone for his standout play this season, an honor announced this week that recognizes his contributions to the team.
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