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Mississippi hurricane mitigation program receives funding
SUMMARY: Insurance Commissioner Mike Cheney announced that Mississippi now has $5 million in funding for a hurricane mitigation program, established in 2007 but never previously funded. The program, supported by House Bill 1705, will help residents identify ways to strengthen their homes against hurricanes.
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Mississippi State Fair coming up fast
SUMMARY: This Saturday, the Clerk’s Office will be open from 8 AM to noon for absentee voting. The 165th Mississippi State Fair is approaching, with safety measures being prioritized. Ag Commissioner Andy Gipson emphasized a robust security plan involving multiple law enforcement agencies, including Jackson Police, Capitol Police, and Mississippi Highway Patrol. He assured visitors from various counties that their safety is a top concern. Attendees are warned against bad intentions; heightened security will include bag size limitations and metal detectors at the gates to ensure a safe environment for everyone at the fairgrounds.
The Mississippi State Fair runs Oct. 3-13.
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Team of the Week: Clarkdale Bulldogs
SUMMARY: This week‘s Total Pain Care Team of the Week is the Clarkdale Bulldogs football team, who secured a thrilling 28-27 overtime victory against Enterprise. Congratulations to Coach Valer and his staff on this achievement! To nominate your own team for next week’s honor, visit WTO k.com, navigate to the Sports tab, and click on the Team of the Week section to access the nomination form. Your team could be featured next week!
Team of the Week: Clarkdale Bulldogs
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9/24- Showers for Wednesday and COOLER temps
SUMMARY: Shirley shared an intriguing photo of an owl staring at her, emphasizing the mysterious feeling of being watched. Meanwhile, thunderstorms with heavy rain and lightning are affecting areas like Geer, Scott, and Smith Counties. It’s advised to stay indoors as these storms could continue overnight, potentially bringing downpours and gusty winds. Additionally, Tropical Storm Helen is strengthening and expected to become a hurricane, with hurricane warnings in place for Florida’s Big Bend area. Rainfall could reach a foot in some regions, while local forecasts indicate a rainy day ahead with temperatures dropping and fall weather approaching.
9/24- Showers for Wednesday and COOLER temps
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