www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-07-04 10:29:00

SUMMARY: Robbie from Robbie's Fireworks emphasizes that fireworks safety is paramount and can be ensured by strictly following the provided instructions. Issues often arise when customers misinterpret directions or handle fireworks improperly, such as holding them in their hands or setting them on unstable surfaces. Clear warnings are present on all packaging, tested for safety before entering the U.S. Robbie highlights common mistakes like mixing alcohol with fireworks and giving sparklers to very young children. He advises treating duds with caution and soaking them in water. Robbie stresses that fireworks should be managed responsibly to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-07-04 10:27:29

SUMMARY: The segment, “Live at 9,” visits Robbie's Fireworks in time for the Fourth of July. Business is expected to peak close to the holiday, and the owner operates over 40 stores in Mississippi and Louisiana. Customers, who now spend more time shopping thanks to QR codes on products, often ask about the fireworks' features. Popular items include artillery shells, family packs, and sparklers. Safety remains essential, with instructions provided on all products. The owner reflects on the business's growth from a small operation in 1972 to a large enterprise and emphasizes the importance of celebrating independence responsibly with fireworks.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-07-04 09:01:46

SUMMARY: This morning, a Mississippi leader is addressing chronic absenteeism, defined as missing over 18 days of the school year, including all types of absences. The rate reached 23.9% in the 2022-2023 school year, 10 points higher than in 2018-2019. Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann proposes filling vacant School Attendance Officer positions, enhancing student mental health, and shifting to a modified school calendar to combat this issue.

Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann wants to combat chronic absenteeism in Mississippi schools.

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