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Staycation Destination: Trace State Park in Pontotoc County

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2 weeks ago

June 19, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-06-19 16:48:24

SUMMARY: High food and gas prices are causing many to opt for local vacations this year. WTVA's Avery Hillard highlights affordable destinations in North Mississippi, focusing on Trace State Park. Managed by Josh Massie, the park offers diverse activities, including skiing, fishing, camping, disc golf, and ATV/mountain bike trails. Fees include $2 per person for hiking or picnicking, $5 for fishing (free for kids under 16), and various rates for boats and kayaks. Accommodation costs range from $94 to $124 for cabins and $32 to $48 for campsites, depending on the site and timing. The park operates daily from 6 AM to 10 PM.

Trace State Park is a great option for those who want to stay close to home for summer vacation.

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-07-01 19:04:09

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USA Track and Field Junior Olympics coming to Jackson

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July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-07-01 19:04:04

SUMMARY: This summer, in addition to the Paris Olympics, Jackson, USA, will host the Southeast Region Junior Olympics for Track and Field starting Thursday, July 4th. Competitors aged 18 and under from Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi will vie for qualification to the national meet at Texas A&M later this summer. Events will take place at Hughes Field and Millsaps College, bringing significant economic benefits and inspiring local youth. Organizers seek to make this an annual event with state support, promoting track and field in Mississippi. A parade featuring athletes from the four states will be held on Saturday morning.

Junior Olympics coming to Jackson

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Hinds County sheriff announces Holiday Blitz

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8 hours ago

July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-07-01 19:03:38

SUMMARY: We are entering a historically busy holiday travel season, and the Hinds County Sheriff's Office is enhancing its patrols from Wednesday through Sunday. Expect to see a higher presence of deputies on the roads around the county. The department will also establish several checkpoints to identify impaired drivers.