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A break before tropical moisture
SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, lingering showers are expected Wednesday evening, with temperatures cooling to the lower 60s overnight. On Thursday, dry conditions will prevail in Northeast MS, while Hurricane Helene approaches the Florida Big Bend, bringing potential rain from its outer bands into northeastern MS by evening. Friday will see rain chances increase as Helene weakens, with comfortable temperatures in the mid-70s. Over the weekend, scattered clouds and spotty showers are anticipated, with temperatures ranging from the upper 70s to lower 90s, as an upper-level low persists in the area.
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SUMMARY: On September 26, students at Franklin Academy in Columbus, Mississippi, engaged with WCBI staff members who provided a virtual tour of the news studio and shared insights about their roles in news gathering and weather forecasting. Ashleigh Bryant even introduced a fun song about the water cycle. The students showed appreciation for community helpers, with Columbus firefighters scheduled to visit on September 27, allowing students to tour a fire truck. This initiative aims to educate children about local jobs and promote community connections.
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SUMMARY: In response to Hurricane Helene, Mississippi Red Cross workers and local church groups are mobilizing to assist affected individuals. The Red Cross is deploying crews to provide shelter and emergency supplies in Florida and Georgia, where evacuation shelters have opened. They will offer hot meals and support services, including recovery caseworkers to aid victims post-storm. Trinity Baptist Church in Laurel is also gathering donations, such as nonperishable food, baby supplies, and water, to aid those in need during recovery efforts in St. Petersburg, Florida. Local electric companies are planning to send crews to assist as well.
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SUMMARY: The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) announced a new nonstop flight from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) to Nashville, Tennessee (BNA), starting April 8, 2025. This addition follows Southwest Airlines’ return to Jackson in 2021, which has provided more nonstop flight options to cities including Baltimore, Houston, Atlanta, and Orlando. JMAA officials expressed excitement about the new Nashville service and Southwest’s strong market presence. Flight schedules are already available for booking on the Southwest Airlines website.
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