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Houston begins renovations to two more youth baseball diamonds

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10 months ago

August 30, 2023

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2023-08-30 13:51:55

SUMMARY: to the park for a game of baseball and notice that it is currently being renovated, don't worry, it is for the better. City leaders have allocated $100,000 to improve and revamp the local baseball fields. The demolition work has already begun, and the project is set to be completed in time for the 2024 season. Each diamond will receive new grass, dugouts, field stops, and fencing. The investment in youth sports aims to create a lasting legacy for future generations who can proudly say they played on upgraded fields. Mayor Parker even hopes to hold concerts at the park once the renovations are finished.

City leaders have approved $100,000 to renovate the city's youth baseball fields.

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AMR welcomes new EMTs

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8 hours ago

July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-07-01 19:04:09

SUMMARY: Tisby attended the ceremony for 13 new EMT graduates in Hinds County, who completed a rigorous three-month course by AMR. Despite challenges since its initiation in 2019, the program has become notably productive. Mayor Richard White, a former volunteer fireman and EMT, attended the event and will welcome three of those graduates as firefighters. Trust, the top graduate, remarked on the importance of teamwork and hard work throughout the program, forming study groups to succeed. The graduates expressed excitement for their future roles, eager to help people during their critical moments and contribute positively to society.

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USA Track and Field Junior Olympics coming to Jackson

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8 hours ago

July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-07-01 19:04:04

SUMMARY: This summer, in addition to the Paris Olympics, Jackson, USA, will host the Southeast Region Junior Olympics for Track and Field starting Thursday, July 4th. Competitors aged 18 and under from Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi will vie for qualification to the national meet at Texas A&M later this summer. Events will take place at Hughes Field and Millsaps College, bringing significant economic benefits and inspiring local youth. Organizers seek to make this an annual event with state support, promoting track and field in Mississippi. A parade featuring athletes from the four states will be held on Saturday morning.

Junior Olympics coming to Jackson

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Hinds County sheriff announces Holiday Blitz

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July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-07-01 19:03:38

SUMMARY: We are entering a historically busy holiday travel season, and the Hinds County Sheriff's Office is enhancing its patrols from Wednesday through Sunday. Expect to see a higher presence of deputies on the roads around the county. The department will also establish several checkpoints to identify impaired drivers.