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Joseph King
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Sports & Culture Reporter | Gulf States Newsroom (WBHM, MPB, WWNO,WRKF, NPR)

contact: joseph@gulfstatesnewsroom.org
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Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” is coming home to the Mississippi Delta.

@josephcking.bsky.social talked to community organizers about the series of special screenings happening May 29-31.

Warner Bros. is bringing everything to give Clarksdale residents the full cinematic experience.

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Ryan Coogler is bringing ‘Sinners’ home to Clarksdale for a series of screenings, Q&A
Local residents and activists successfully campaigned to bring the film to the Mississippi Delta town it's set in — which hasn’t had a theater in 20 years.
www.mpbonline.org
May 25, 2025 at 3:05 AM
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Your bracket is (likely) busted, so if you’re looking to just sit back and enjoy the NCAA Tournament now, let @josephcking.bsky.social & I convince you to become McNeese State fans. 🤠

The Cowboys are playing Purdue on CBS right now.
5 reasons McNeese State is the 2025 March Madness ‘Cinderella’ to cheer for
A small, mid-major university in Lake Charles, Louisiana is making an impact in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.
www.wwno.org
March 22, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Hours before the Super Bowl, the family of a former Saints player gathered near the stadium where he used to play.

As @josephcking.bsky.social reports🎧, they're still looking for answers after he died in police custody: www.wwno.org/wwno/2025-02...
Glenn Foster Jr’s family uses Super Bowl to bring awareness to his death, demand justice
The former New Orleans Saints player's family called on others, including the NFL, to advocate for Foster — who died while in police custody in Alabama.
www.wwno.org
February 16, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Thanks Kat!
February 7, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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As Super Bowl week kicks off, @josephcking.bsky.social has the rundown of safety plans downtown and by the Dome. Listen🎧 and read here: www.wwno.org/wwno/2025-01...
For Super Bowl 59, expect tighter security near the Superdome, French Quarter
In the wake of the New Year’s Day attack, local, state and national officials have solidified their plans to keep the city safe during the big game.
www.wwno.org
February 3, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Thanks Kat! Also go check out Kat’s latest when you get a chance! www.wwno.org/law/2024-12-...
December 24, 2024 at 5:50 PM
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A GOP Ohio lawmaker introduced the O.H.I.O. Sportsmanship Act, which would make it a felony to plant a flag in the center of Ohio Stadium
Lawmaker wants to make flag planting illegal at Ohio Stadium after Michigan fight
The move comes after a fight broke out between Ohio State University and Michigan players after the Wolverines tried to plant a flag on OSU's field.
www.portclintonnewsherald.com
December 11, 2024 at 3:38 PM
This new Kendrick too tough! #GNX
November 22, 2024 at 6:04 PM
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52 years ago today, law enforcement shot and killed two students on Southern University's campus during a peaceful protest. Denver Smith and Leonard Brown had their whole lives ahead of them. These stories matter. And they still hold lessons for us today.

www.wwno.org/podcast/bitt...
Bitter Jaguar
Bitter Jaguar: The Shooting of Denver Smith and Leonard Brown is a five-part series about the shooting of two Southern students during peaceful protest on campus in 1972.
www.wwno.org
November 16, 2024 at 4:51 PM
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With the recent surge in users, I've once again updated the NPR / PBS / public media starter pack. Now with 50% more posting supported by viewers like you!

If I'm missing someone who's active on Bluesky please do let me know. I'm more than happy to add folks as they arrive.
November 12, 2024 at 5:04 PM