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Meeting set to educate public on Columbus’ “Green Cup” ordinance – Home – WCBI TV
SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi’s new Go Cup Ordinance will allow restaurant and bar patrons to carry alcohol within designated entertainment districts. The ordinance goes into effect on September 15th and residents are encouraged to attend a meeting to learn more about it. The two entertainment districts include parts of Downtown Columbus and the Queen City District. The law will also have exceptions for annual festivals. The meeting discussing the new ordinance will be held on September 5th at Columbus City Hall. This ordinance aims to promote a more vibrant and social atmosphere in the city.
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Sports Zone Saturday: Conference openers for Mississippi teams
SUMMARY: College football is back in Mississippi for the 2024 season, with special coverage by WJTV’s Sports Zone team. The Sports Zone Saturday show will air from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on WJTV 12 News. Upcoming games include No. 5 Ole Miss hosting Georgia Southern at 6:45 p.m. CT on September 21, Mississippi State facing Florida at 11:00 a.m. CT on ESPN, Southern Miss playing Jacksonville State at 2:00 p.m. CT on ESPN+, Jackson State facing Grambling at 6:00 p.m. CT, and Alcorn State playing McNeese State at 7:00 p.m. CT on ESPN+.
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MSU welcomes its new self-driving shuttle service
SUMMARY: Mississippi State University (MSU) recently introduced two electric, self-driving shuttles on campus during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This pilot project, in partnership with Beep, Inc., will run for three months to test the autonomous technology in a campus environment. Students have expressed excitement about the shuttles, believing they could attract more students to the university. The shuttles can accommodate 11 passengers and will have an attendant present for safety. If successful, MSU aims to expand the shuttle service into the Starkville community. The initiative seeks to assess the technology’s efficiency and integration with campus traffic and activities.
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OCH Regional Medical Center up for sale: What’s are next steps?
SUMMARY: OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville, Mississippi, is up for sale after extensive discussions on improving local healthcare. A strategic analysis influenced this decision as leaders seek better options for the community. County supervisors aim to attract a partner who can invest and enhance hospital services to prevent residents from seeking care elsewhere. They emphasize the need to adapt to changing healthcare dynamics and assure citizens that a hospital will remain. A request for proposals will be developed, and community input is welcomed as the process progresses, aiming for a solution that meets long-term healthcare needs.
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