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What’s Happening: Festivals in New Albany, Houston, Burnsville
SUMMARY: Welcome to this week’s edition, highlighting exciting local events! Expect mixed weather, so bring your umbrella. Key events include the Tallahi River Fest in New Albany, featuring outdoor music and headliner Lone Star, with free admission. The 43rd Annual Fall Flywheel Festival in Houston, Mississippi, showcases antique engines, crafts, food vendors, and live music. In Burnsville, the annual Waterway Festival coincides with the Bucking on the Big B Rodeo, bringing community excitement. Lastly, Tupelo‘s Community Forward Festival, now in its 19th year, is also happening. For event submissions, contact studio9@wtva.com. Enjoy the weekend!
This weekend will see plenty of festivals, including the Tallahatchie Riverfest and Flywheel Festival.
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Fire destroyed house near Lake Piomingo in Lee County
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
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.
Power companies are among several entities responding to Florida to help with hurricane relief.
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Jackson police will receive new license plate readers
SUMMARY: The Jackson Police Department is set to enhance its surveillance capabilities following city council approval for 16 new licensed plate readers to combat a rising auto theft rate, particularly involving popular brands like Kia and Hyundai. Chief Joseph Wade emphasized that the technology will strategically target high-crime areas and serve as a vital tool for the department. With only two plate readers currently in use, the planned installation aims to improve monitoring and assist in reducing auto burglaries and carjackings. The new cameras are expected to roll out in the coming months, significantly changing law enforcement operations in Jackson.
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