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Tallahatchie River Fest brings art, food and music to New Albany
SUMMARY: The annual Tallahatchie River Fest in New Albany featured food, shopping, and live music. Attendees enjoyed a pancake breakfast at the First Methodist Church before exploring the festival. Many expressed appreciation for the community atmosphere and support for local businesses. Visitors admired the various tents showcasing unique items like shirts, jewelry, and beautiful paintings, noting the effort behind the crafts. Longtime attendees emphasized their affection for the festival, highlighting it as a cherished tradition they look forward to each year in their small town.
The annual Tallahatchie River Festival brought food, art, and music to New Albany.
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Street resurfacing project concern
SUMMARY: Residents of Mobile Avenue in the Georgetown community expressed frustration after their street was left unrepaved despite Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba approving resurfacing for 31 streets, including Mobile Avenue at number 16. Local homeowners, such as Geneva Johnson and Priscilla Williams-Till, criticized the city for ignoring ongoing issues like potholes and unsafe conditions. They argue they consistently receive the short end of the stick and demand action from the City Council. Councilman Kenneth Stokes is investigating the situation to determine if Mobile Avenue was overlooked and to assure residents that their concerns will be addressed.
Street resurfacing project concern for Mobile Street in Jackson
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Storage facility catches fire; Investigators working to determine why
SUMMARY: A fire broke out at a storage facility on Highway 18 in Jackson, prompting officials to investigate its cause. The incident was reported around 7 AM, and Assistant Fire Chief Patrick Armon noted that approximately 25 percent of the units were impacted. Residents are advised that the highway remains closed within the evacuation zone as fire officials continue to assess the situation.
Storage facility catches fire; Investigators working to determine why
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9/29 – Weekend Weather Report
SUMMARY: The Pine Belt experienced a warm weekend, with temperatures around 78ยฐF at William Carey University. No rain was recorded, as a westerly breeze brought some clouds leftover from Hurricane Helen, which poses no threat. Looking ahead, a weak tropical system in the Caribbean has a 50% chance of developing into a tropical depression within a week. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Isaac weakens in the North Atlantic, while Tropical Depression Joyce fades away. For the upcoming week, the Pine Belt expects highs in the upper 80s, with a potential cool down soon. Rain chances remain slim as September ends.
Nick Lacour is in the studio to give you a look into tonight’s forecast going into Monday morning.
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