www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-18 16:44:30

SUMMARY: This morning on Highway 45 alternate near the Okalona exit, a large backhoe collided with a truck, leading to an unusual accident. A recovery team was seen loading the damaged backhoe onto a trailer. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Traffic was slowed in the area due to the ongoing investigation and cleanup. Further information from the highway patrol is anticipated regarding the incident, as the state department continues to assess the situation.

A wreck involving a backhoe and a truck took place near Okolona.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-18 14:37:49

SUMMARY: Lisa Davis introduces Project Hercules, a campaign dedicated to supporting mothers who have lost a child. The initiative began after her own tragedy on November 20, 2019, and aims to provide tangible support to grieving parents at the Women’s Hospital in Tupelo by delivering gifts. This year, gifts will be collected until November 20, honoring her son’s birthday. Davis emphasizes the importance of a support network for grieving parents and encourages the community to help by donating items from their Amazon wish list, which includes grief-related books, memorial jewelry, and figurines. Donations can be dropped off at select locations in Tupelo.

Project Hercules is dedicated to mothers who lost children.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-18 14:36:14

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Public Safety is introducing new breathalyzers, the Intoxilyzer 9000, to replace outdated models purchased over 20 years ago. This modern infrared-based instrument is intended for both mobile and stationary use, improving performance, accuracy, and precision in detecting alcohol levels. The acquisition process for this new equipment began in October of last year and has made significant progress. Training for the devices will commence this week, with 82 units being distributed to law enforcement agencies across the state.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety is training its officers to use new breathalyzers.

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