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Showers on Saturday With Gradual Clearing Sunday – Home – WCBI TV

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www.wcbi.com – McKinley Dean – 2023-12-15 18:31:54

SUMMARY: The weekend weather forecast for Columbus, Mississippi includes cooler conditions and scattered showers on Saturday, with rain clearing out by Sunday. Overnight temperatures will cool off into the lower 40s with increasing cloud coverage. The heavy cloud coverage will persist on Saturday morning, with scattered showers in the afternoon and evening, but most heavy rainfall will stay to the east. Highs will be in the mid-50s. The rain should clear out by Sunday, leaving mostly cloudy skies in the morning and clearing for the afternoon. Next week is expected to have more sunshine and cooler temperatures, with Monday and Tuesday being the coldest days.

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Columbus Veteran Foundation honors veterans at Exchange Club

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www.wcbi.com – Aundrea Self – 2024-11-14 16:48:00

SUMMARY: The Honored Warriors Memorial Foundation in Columbus, Mississippi, established in 2011 by Dr. Judie Granderson after her son’s passing, aims to support veterans transitioning to civilian life. The foundation focuses on veterans at risk, particularly those with PTSD, by providing housing, counseling, and other essential resources. Recently, they introduced a scholarship program for veterans and their children, helping families facing financial challenges due to health issues. The foundation will host a Winter Social fundraiser on November 22 to further its mission. All proceeds will contribute to enhancing the lives of veterans and their families.

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Man pleads guilty to fatal shooting on Natchez Trace Parkway

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www.wjtv.com – Sethanie Smith – 2024-11-14 16:43:00

SUMMARY: Cristian Mitchel Mondragon Gonzales, 29, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder related to a 2018 homicide on the Natchez Trace Parkway. Following a fight at a party on September 23, 2018, Gonzales pursued the victim, convincing him to go for a ride. He then shot the victim multiple times after they exited the vehicle. The victim was found the next morning. Gonzales faces a maximum penalty of life in prison and is scheduled for sentencing on February 12, 2025. The case was investigated by the FBI, Natchez Trace Parkway police, and Ridgeland police.

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MDOT to make improvements at Brandon intersection where teen died in crash

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-14 15:50:00

SUMMARY: Following the tragic death of 18-year-old Greyson Huff in a crash at the intersection of Highway 18 and Sunset Drive in Brandon, Mississippi, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced safety improvements. These enhancements include rumble strips, a new flashing LED stop sign, and flashing intersection warning signs. Despite community requests for a traffic signal, state engineers determined it was not warranted due to data indicating that signals can make intersections more dangerous. MDOT aims to improve visibility and reduce speeds, with the enhancements expected to be completed next week.

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