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Los Preeminentes will perform Tuesday at a free community show at San Miguel Arcangel Tienda y Taqueria Mexicana. Members of the family band are, from left, Francisco Zuniga, Ethan Zuniga, Alex Zuniga, Margarito Zuniga, Eric Zuniga, Guadalupe Villasana, Edward Villasana and Ricardo Zuniga.

Band to put on free Cinco de Mayo concert Tuesday at restaurant

The Hush Puppy Music Co-Op will partner with a local restaurant to celebrate Cinco De Mayo on Tuesday. The free concert . . .

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One of the first lines of defense for those considering suicide is the nationwide 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Mississippi has the highest in-state answer rate nationwide.

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53°F

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Chance of Rain: 0%
Max Temp: 80°F
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Dew Point: 50°F
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