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A Disaster Recovery Center opens in Scott County

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1 week ago

June 24, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-06-24 23:43:48

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and FEMA have opened a disaster recovery center in Scott County to assist survivors affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding from April 8th and 11th. This is the fifth center opened since the federal disaster declaration on June 10, covering several counties. Located at 5335 Highway 80 in Forest, Mississippi, the center operates Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays until 2 p.m. Jim Homestead highlights that the center offers in-person assistance with disaster recovery specialists from various agencies. More centers are open in other counties and can be found on the organization's website.

This center is open Monday through Friday from 8 am until 6 pm and 8 am until 2 pm on Saturdays.

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-07-02 12:42:36

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The Oxford School District will participate in three different meal programs

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-07-02 11:28:18

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Proposed ordinance address “aggressive panhandling” in Tupelo

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2 hours ago

July 2, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-07-02 11:27:55

SUMMARY: Panhandling, or soliciting donations in public, has become an issue in Tupelo. While protected by the First Amendment, Tupelo is considering an ordinance to curb aggressive panhandling. The proposed ordinance, discussed in a City Council work session, aims to make aggressive solicitation illegal. Behaviors such as using intimidation, blocking pathways, asking near ATMs and banks, or continuing to beg after refusal could incur misdemeanor charges and fines. The ordinance also targets unsafe panhandling near high-traffic areas to address public safety concerns. The Council will vote on this ordinance, with updates to follow.