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Weekend Preview – Sept. 26, 2024

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9 hours ago

September 26, 2024

www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-09-26 11:01:32

SUMMARY: Good morning, Pine Bel! Happy fall! This weekend marks the first official days of autumn, and local events abound to celebrate. The historic Mobile Street Renaissance Festival returns for its 19th year in downtown Hattiesburg, offering live entertainment, food contests, and more from Friday evening through Saturday night. The Mississippi Peon Festival runs from September 27-29, featuring competitions and vendor booths at Fulmer’s Farmstead. For those seeking volunteer opportunities, the Pine Belt Blueways Red Bluff Cleanup is on September 28. Join family-friendly activities at the Hattiesburg Zoo’s Hispanic Heritage Day on September 29 and enjoy pickleball for a cause at the Laural Country Club. Enjoy the beautiful weather this fall weekend!

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Karrie and Rex are in the studio with all the details.

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News 11 at 5 – VOD – clipped version

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49 mins ago

September 26, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-09-26 19:04:42

SUMMARY: The fifth annual Bible Reading Marathon commenced today at College Park Methodist Church, featuring public oral readings of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation by individuals from various denominations. Participants gather under a tent to read, listen, and pray, seeking to foster a deep impact of biblical truths in the community. The event started at 9:00 AM with Genesis 1:1 and currently, they are progressing through Genesis. The marathon will conclude Saturday afternoon around 5 or 6 PM, welcoming community members to join in reading, prayer, and fellowship, with open slots still available for participation.

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Fire destroyed house near Lake Piomingo in Lee County

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3 hours ago

September 26, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-26 16:52:20

SUMMARY: A fire near Lake Pingo in Lee County destroyed a house this morning, according to Morville Fire Chief Jason Parker. The homeowner was cooking breakfast when she stepped outside to walk her dog and forgot about the stove. The flames rapidly spread, and the house was engulfed in flames within 11 minutes. By the time firefighters arrived, the roof had already collapsed.

A fire destroyed a house near Lake Piomingo in Lee County.

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Power companies responding to Florida for hurricane relief

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3 hours ago

September 26, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-26 16:45:20

SUMMARY: Power providers are preparing to assist in Florida as Hurricane Helen is expected to cause significant damage. Crews from Mississippi, including 4 County Electric, are on standby to help restore power to affected areas. Some crews may leave early to assist in Florida, while others from Tom Bigby Electric are also expected to join. With power outages anticipated not only in Florida but also possibly in Georgia, local utilities are ready to mobilize resources to ensure quick recovery efforts. They aim to restore normalcy as soon as possible after assessing the situation post-landfall.