www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-10-05 00:50:36

SUMMARY: The Heidelberg Volunteer Fire Department is expanding its fleet with a $10,000 grant from State Farm’s Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program, just in time for National Fire Prevention Week. The funding will help the department purchase equipment for a new pumper truck, which they ordered in January 2023 for $320,000. Chief Prince Henley notes that while the truck will arrive soon, it won’t be fully equipped, requiring transfers from older trucks. Many of their vehicles exceed the typical 15-year lifespan, leading to costly repairs. The department has already received over 254 calls this year, emphasizing the need for support in small towns.

Heidelberg VFD receives $10,000 grant.

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-10-05 00:50:33

SUMMARY: Jones County law enforcement reports an uptick in vehicle crashes along Highway 84, with Mississippi Highway Patrol responding to 11 incidents in the last two weeks. Many crashes result from driver distractions, like cell phone use and speeding over the 65 mph limit. Fire departments often arrive first at accident scenes, noting that high-impact collisions usually indicate excessive speed as a factor. Recent crashes have led to severe injuries, prompting lane closures and increased pressure on emergency responders, who are currently operating at reduced manpower. Authorities urge drivers to minimize distractions and adhere to speed limits for safety.

U.S. 84 east in Jones County has seen nearly a dozen accidents in past two weeks.

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-10-05 00:05:32

SUMMARY: In the 39th season of Football Friday, Patrick Talbot and Carmen Corley recap Week 6 highlights from high school games in East Mississippi and West Alabama. The Meridian Wildcats defeated Harrison Central Red Rebels 31-17, led by quarterback Cory McCan. Northeast Lauderdale Trojans lost to Newton County Cougars 38-20. Russell Christian Warriors fell to Silva Bay Academy Saints 30-2, and Enterprise Bulldogs opened division play with a 34-0 win over Southeast Lauderdale Tigers. Quitman Panthers triumphed over Morton High 56-14, while the Union Yellowjackets edged Eupora 35-28 amidst numerous turnovers, keeping the competition exciting as teams approach playoffs.

WTOK’s Football Friday – October 4, 2024 – Part 1

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