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Kristy Simmons appointed director of Mississippi Medical Examiner’s Office

Kristy Simmons has been named director of the Mississippi Medical Examiner’s Office, according to state officials. Her appointment aims to enhance the office’s operations and investigations.

Simmons brings extensive experience in forensic pathology and law enforcement to her new role. Her leadership is expected to improve procedures and response times within the office.

Details about her background and the specifics of her appointment were not immediately available. Officials say her appointment is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the state’s medical examiner services.

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Jon R Myers

Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.

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