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State Games of Mississippi held its annual Opening Ceremony at City Hall
SUMMARY: The State Games of Mississippi commenced with its Opening Ceremony, featuring the torch lighting, parade, and community interactions. The event is significant for Meridian, both economically and as a notable destination. News 11 interviewed torchbearer Cheryl West, who shared her enthusiasm for the games. She describes participating as therapeutic and a stress-relief, favoring running, followed by swimming, and finally cycling, which she won last year. West reflects on the humbling and unexpected honor of being involved in the games. This year's competitions will be held statewide, inviting public support for the athletes.
The State Games of Mississippi is one of Meridian's biggest events, helping Meridian economically and putting it on the map as one of the best places to visit.
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News 11 at 6PM_Weather 7/5/24
SUMMARY: Happy Friday! We're looking at our current rainfall status for July. June ended dry with a 2-inch deficit, and early July is nearly an inch behind, with only 0.31 inches of rain in Meridian today. Notably, other areas received more. Portions of Noxubee and Clarke Counties are abnormally dry, but recent rain has been beneficial. More rain is expected south of I-20 tonight and over the weekend, with showers likely into Saturday and Sunday. Tropical Storm Barry, likely to strengthen, could bring additional moisture to Mississippi early next week. Overall, expect warm, muggy weather with scattered showers and thunderstorms.
Plan for a hot weekend with showers to dodge
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Emergency leaders look to update safety plans for Wayne Co.
SUMMARY: Wayne County leaders, including emergency responders and state officials, are working to enhance security in schools and government buildings. The focus is on understanding each building's potential hazards and improving response strategies. Grants administrator Sean Dunlap emphasizes the importance of proactive measures to prevent future incidents, referencing a 2022 case where a student was caught with a gun at Wayne County High School. The goal is to ensure workers have a solid emergency plan and can effectively respond in real-time. Improvements are ongoing, with new strategies set for implementation this fall. (WD7, Trey Howard)
A group of emergency leaders in Wayne County are meeting with state officials to see how they can better protect the folks inside of public buildings.
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Richton School District gearing up for new school year
SUMMARY: Summer is winding down, and the Pine Belt's Richon School District is gearing up for a new school year starting August 1st. Despite the quiet summer, Superintendent Klay Angland says it's a busy period for school leaders. Students recently completed state testing, and while improvements are needed, progress is notable. A $200,000 project to replace the basketball court is expected to be finished before school starts. Policy-wise, few changes are anticipated, but the student handbook will see minor updates. Registration will reopen this month, with details shared on social media.
Richton School District gearing up for new school year.
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