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Community food drive aims to feed Baldwyn students over the summer

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6 months ago

May 6, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-06 22:25:36

SUMMARY: A local nonprofit in Baldwin is holding a community food drive to help feed students in need during the summer months. They are collecting bottled water, drinks, and non-perishable foods to ensure that every child in Baldwin has access to food during the summer. The organization wants to give back to the community and support children who rely on school meals for food. The drop off site is at Baldwin City Hall until June 16th, and the Community Food Drive will take place on June 22nd at Baldwin City Hall Park. They aim to provide food boxes to students throughout the summer to reduce food insecurity in Baldwin.

A local non-profit in Baldwyn is aiming to help feed students in need during the summer months.

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Mississippi’s infrastructure graded C-minus

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10 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-11-15 17:17:14

SUMMARY: The American Society of Civil Engineers has graded Mississippi’s infrastructure a C-minus for 2024, indicating it is in fair condition but requires attention and investment. This assessment considers various infrastructure elements, including roads, bridges, and levees. Mississippi Department of Transportation Commissioner Willie Simmons stressed that funding is crucial for maintaining infrastructure, particularly roads and bridges. Recent financial support has improved the situation, helping to address these issues. The report aims to inform citizens about the current state of infrastructure in Mississippi, referred to as the Magnolia state.

Mississippi’s infrastructure received a C-minus grade for 2024.

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Keep Jackson Beautiful expands JXN Recycle program

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11 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-15 16:19:34

SUMMARY: Keep Jackson Beautiful, a local nonprofit, is enhancing the city’s aesthetics through the expansion of its recycling program. At the Jackson Zoo, they unveiled a new recycling structure capable of holding 70,000 plastic bottles. Residents must bag their bottles before use and unlock the bin via a QR code on their mobile devices. The organization emphasizes that recyclables should not be considered trash. Since 2022, Keep Jackson Beautiful has successfully collected over 26,000 pounds of recyclable materials, encouraging community participation in maintaining the city’s beauty and promoting sustainable practices.

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Salvation Army kicks off 2024 holiday campaigns

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12 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-15 15:56:26

SUMMARY: Major Timothy Delaney of the Salvation Army discusses this year’s Red Kettle campaign, a major fundraiser that supports the Salvation Army’s Center of Hope in Jackson. The campaign, which started earlier and ramps up this weekend, aims to raise $250,000 to help provide shelter, meals, and case management for the homeless. Delaney also highlights the Angel Tree program, which supports children and seniors in need by collecting gifts. Volunteers can sign up to be bell ringers at various locations, with opportunities for individuals and groups to get involved. More details are available at salvationarmyjackson.org.