fbpx
Connect with us

Mississippi News

Area fire stations do annual pump testing

Published

on

www.wcbi.com – Kealy Shields – 2023-10-05 18:33:29

SUMMARY: Fire stations in the Golden Triangle area of Mississippi are conducting annual pump tests on their trucks to ensure they meet regulations. The tests involve checking the pumps to ensure they are working properly and can deliver the required flow. State inspectors are responsible for ensuring the trucks meet the standards and have the necessary documentation. Inspections can identify any issues with the trucks before they become a problem. If a truck does not pass the test, departments must use a backup truck until the issues are resolved. Each pump test can take up to an hour.

Read the full article

The post Area fire stations do annual pump testing appeared first on www.wcbi.com

Advertisement

Mississippi News

Catholic School hosts annual “Pinwheels for Peace” in Columbus

Published

on

www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-09-19 10:59:35

SUMMARY: at Annunciation Catholic School in Columbus, Mississippi, participated in the 12th annual “Pinwheels for Peace” to celebrate the upcoming International Day of Peace on September 21. A total of 187 students crafted colorful pinwheels, reflecting their on war, peace, tolerance, and harmony. This initiative was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1981 to promote global peace, and the pinwheels symbolize the students’ hopes and aspirations for a peaceful world.

Read the full article

The post Catholic School hosts annual “Pinwheels for Peace” in Columbus appeared first on www.wcbi.com

Advertisement
Continue Reading

Mississippi News

Mississippi student found with pellet gun at bus stop

Published

on

www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-09-19 10:50:25

SUMMARY: On September 18, a student from South Park Elementary in Vicksburg, Mississippi, who was already suspended, was found with a pellet gun at a bus stop. from the Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) reported that no were harmed during the incident and that local authorities were alerted. The identity of the student has not been disclosed. The situation underscores concerns regarding safety in schools and at school-related locations.

Read the full article

The post Mississippi student found with pellet gun at bus stop appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Advertisement
Continue Reading

Mississippi News

School bus crash reported in Lowndes County

Published

on

www.wcbi.com – Kealy Shields – 2024-09-19 10:33:36

SUMMARY: In Lowndes County, Mississippi, another school bus was rear-ended on September 19, marking the third incident involving school buses this academic year. The latest crash occurred at a stop sign at Stadium and Yorkville Road, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. Earlier incidents included a bus being rear-ended in August by an allegedly intoxicated driver and another collision on Highway 69 South where a bus and car side-swiped each other. Thankfully, there were no -threatening injuries from any of these , according to local .

Read the full article

The post School bus crash reported in Lowndes County appeared first on www.wcbi.com

Advertisement
Continue Reading

Trending