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The Columbus War Museum is back open- with a new look.

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www.wcbi.com – Kaitlyn Yeatman – 2023-11-12 16:54:39

SUMMARY: On Veteran’s Day, the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) chapter in Columbus, Mississippi, celebrated the reopening of the Columbus War Museum after four years of renovations. Their efforts were aimed at educating the community and preserving the legacy of local veterans. The museum showcases artifacts, including uniforms and photos from World War I and onwards. Charles Box, a former Air Force staff sergeant, expressed the importance of the museum in honoring the sacrifices made by service members. DAR Regent Frances Hairston hopes that the museum, located in the Columbus Police Department, will foster appreciation and remembrance for future generations.

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Boys and Girls Club of the Golden Triangle empowers local kids

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www.wcbi.com – Kaleb Green – 2024-11-09 20:06:00

SUMMARY: The Boys and Girls Club of the Golden Triangle hosted its third annual Passport to Manhood Summit in Columbus, Mississippi, aiming to empower local youth. The event emphasizes the importance of mentorship and life skills for personal development. Ron Thornton, the club’s president, hopes to instill a sense of self-identity and independence in participants. Board president Vince Davis echoed the goal of equipping kids with essential life skills. Youth mentor Terrell Sumpter shared the urgency of inspiring the next generation. Thornton encourages struggling youth to seek help and highlights that the organization serves 3.3 million young people across the nation.

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Man wanted in South Carolina is arrested in Columbus

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-11-09 15:56:00

SUMMARY: Josfat Salomon Martinez, also known as Miguel Sierra, was arrested in Lowndes County, Mississippi, after being tracked from South Carolina, where he was wanted for Exploitation of a Minor. He had four outstanding warrants for the crime. On October 31, detectives found two cell phones in his possession containing explicit images and videos of children being sexually abused. Martinez admitted the phones were his and was charged with two counts of Child Exploitation, with a bond set at $250,000. The investigation is ongoing, and further charges may be forthcoming, according to Sheriff Eddie Hawkins.

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MVSU football player killed during crash

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-09 14:23:00

SUMMARY: Ryan Quinney, a junior linebacker at Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU), tragically died in a car accident on November 8 in Yazoo City, Mississippi. MVSU officials expressed their heartbreak, stating that Quinney was a vibrant member of the community whose spirit uplifted those around him. He was confirmed to have passed away in a statement released on the university’s Facebook page. Quinney, originally from Mobile, Alabama, will be deeply missed by his friends, faculty, and teammates. The incident has garnered significant attention as the community mourns his loss.

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