Mississippi News
2024 Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Festival held in Canton
SUMMARY: The 2024 Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Festival was hosted in Canton, Mississippi, featuring a variety of hot air balloons and live entertainment. Joann Gordon, the festival director, noted the community spirit and joy among attendees. Pilot Frank Anger highlighted the smiles on children's faces and praised the weather and hospitality. Attendee Zamayah McGee expressed excitement about seeing the balloons in person for the first time. The event concluded with a spectacular fireworks display, marking a successful and enjoyable festival for all.
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Three arrested in Adams County for allegedly trafficking Roxicodone
SUMMARY: Adams County deputies arrested three men—Arthur Grayson, Quentin Pollard, and Alphonse Lewis—on July 3, 2024, while they exchanged 652 Roxicodone pills containing fentanyl. The arrests occurred at Lower Woodville Road and Grove Acres. Authorities confiscated $2,727 and two trucks. Additionally, a search warrant at Grayson's home resulted in the seizure of vehicles, a Zosi DVR, and $283. This is the third instance of Grayson's arrest for trafficking Roxicodone. Sheriff Patten highlighted the dangers of these non-pharmaceutical pills, which have a high profit margin and a street value of $19,560.
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Case hits close to home in Columbus
SUMMARY: The FBI reports nearly half a million children go missing annually in the US, with over a million running away from home according to a 2023 study. Mississippi legally charges children for running away, and those harboring them can face charges too. The article discusses Franchesca McCaa, a 16-year-old from Columbus, Mississippi, initially reported missing but confirmed as a runaway by the police. Despite contacting her mother, Franchesca claims she does not want to return home. Her mother expresses concern over her safety, citing threats and violence against her daughter, and pleads for community assistance in locating her.
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Heat alerts stick around
SUMMARY: COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – The heat and humidity remain high despite Independence Day celebrations. Heat advisories are in effect from 10 AM to 8 PM, with temperatures in the mid-90s and heat indices of 100-105. Residents should take precautions, such as drinking water and using sunscreen. Evening fireworks are expected to occur as isolated showers clear. Wednesday night will be warm with upper 70s temperatures. By Friday, an approaching cold front increases the rain chance, bringing likely showers and storms. Temperatures will slightly cool to the low-to-mid 90s, with warm overnight lows in the 70s.
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