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Pine Belt family in need as child battles leukemia
SUMMARY: A Pine Belt family requires support as their four-year-old daughter, Marine of Hattiesburg, undergoes chemotherapy for type B leukemia. Diagnosed on May 15, Marine has been receiving extensive IV and spinal chemotherapy in Jackson. While test results show the first stage was successful, the entire treatment process will be lengthy. Marine must travel to the hospital weekly and is preparing for a second, intensive phase of chemotherapy lasting 6-9 months. Due to her weakened immune system, potential hospital admissions are frequent. A GoFundMe has been established to assist with her travel and medical expenses.
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The Waller Craft Center
SUMMARY: WJ TV's Hometown special from the Reservoir in Ridgland highlights the Waller Craft Center, showcasing local and national artistry. The center features mixed media, pottery, glass (including fused, stained, and mosaic), metal, wood, and fiber arts. New and original Craftsmen's works are displayed, chosen through a jury selection process held twice a year. Notably, 80% of craftsmen are from Mississippi, with others from 17 states. There's reciprocity with the Louisiana Craftsman's Guild, enabling cross-state membership. The unique, one-of-a-kind pieces include functional and decorative items, demonstrating impressive creativity and craftsmanship. The center is a vibrant hub for local art.
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Greenville firefighters save kitten after house fire
SUMMARY: A kitten's life was saved by the Greenville Fire Department after a trailer fire. Responding to the emergency, firefighters were informed by an occupant that two kittens were trapped inside. While one kitten sadly succumbed to smoke and heat inhalation, the other was successfully rescued. The firefighters administered oxygen and chest compressions to the surviving kitten, which eventually regained consciousness. The resilient little kitten is expected to survive, thanks to the timely intervention of the fire crew.
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Reserve St. Jude Dream Home ticket by end of June 27 for chance to win $10,000 shopping gift card
SUMMARY: Over 3,000 tickets remain for the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway, with each ticket supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital where 82 cents of every dollar goes to treatment, research, and future needs. Buying a ticket not only enters you to win a home valued at $575,563 but also supports a crucial cause. Today is the last day to be entered to win a $10,000 Brooks grocery gift card. Tickets cost $100 and can be purchased at wtva.com/dreamhome. Contributions, regardless of size, make a significant impact, echoing the sentiment that collective small donations can be transformative.
Thursday is the deadline for a chance to win a $10,000 gift card from Brooks Grocery.
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