SUMMARY: The Friends of Noxubee Refuge organized a Gator 5K and Refuge Day to benefit the Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge, which offers a serene outdoor experience. The event featured live music, demonstrations, and exhibits, highlighting the refuge’s role as a public resource for recreation and wildlife conservation. Participants praised the refuge for its calming effect and the positive impact of nature on mental health. The nonprofit Friends of Noxubee Refuge supports the area through volunteer work and fundraising. Community members encouraged others to visit and join future events at the refuge, which was established in 1940.

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SUMMARY: A passing cold front is set to bring cooler, drier weather to Columbus, Mississippi this week, following a warm weekend. Overnight temperatures will hit the mid-60s, marking the warmest lows of the week. Monday promises sunny skies and a pleasant northerly breeze, with highs in the mid-80s, before dropping to the low 50s by Tuesday morning. The week ahead is expected to be calm, with high pressure ensuring abundant sunshine and consistent temperatures in the low to mid-80s, providing a welcome taste of fall.

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SUMMARY: The Old Tombigbee River Bridge in Columbus, Mississippi, has reopened after being decommissioned for over four and a half years due to damage from a barge collision. Following a lengthy legal battle and renovations costing $4.5 million, the bridge’s reopening featured a live entertainment ceremony. Mayor Keith Gaskin expressed excitement for the community’s engagement, highlighting the return of the under-the-bridge stage for entertainment. Local leaders also emphasized the bridge’s importance for downtown and have hopes for further developments, including renovating the nearby amphitheater and transforming the area into an entertainment district.

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