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Stores like Sam's Club seeing panic buying of toilet paper
SUMMARY: A toilet paper shortage is returning in Tupelo, prompting panic buying due to a port strike affecting supplies. Sam’s Club is out of toilet paper, and local Walmart Supercenters report low stock. While the strike is impacting some products, experts advise not to panic, as most U.S. toilet paper comes from domestic factories, so supply remains stable unless panic buying continues. Customers expressed surprise at the empty shelves, and while some local grocery chains report no supply issues, there are concerns about potential food shortages, including bananas, which are primarily imported.
Many box stores across the country are dealing with something last seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Building Blocks helps the environment by receiving residential lighting
SUMMARY: Building Blocks, a local nonprofit in Tupelo, is dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability and supporting its community. Located at Cliff G and Boulevard, this eco-friendly building and home supply store repurposes items from individuals and businesses undergoing renovations. Recently, they received a generous donation of brand new lighting from a national retail organization. By repurposing these items, the nonprofit helps divert waste from landfills while offering affordable materials for remodeling and repairs. All proceeds from the sales support the Link Center, showcasing the philosophy that one person’s trash can be another person’s treasure.
One local nonprofit is doing its part to help the environment and their customers’ pocketbooks.
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A+ Athlete of the Week: Itawamba AHS Wide Receiver Cayden Prestage
SUMMARY: Kaden Prge is a dual-sport athlete excelling as a wide receiver for the Ida AHS Indians and a baseball player. He maintains an impressive 3.98 GPA, largely motivated by his father, who emphasizes the importance of staying on top of schoolwork. Kaden also participates in the Able Sports Camp, an annual event where athletes teach football and baseball to special needs children. He finds this experience meaningful, as it allows him to inspire those who may not have the same opportunities. For Kaden, helping others is a rewarding aspect of his athletic journey.
Itawamba AHS wide receiver Cayden Prestage Is this week‘s A+ Athlete of the Week.
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Prolonged port workers strike could impact Mississippi’s economy
SUMMARY: Dock workers at 36 U.S. ports are striking, disrupting the flow of around $1.4 billion in agricultural products weekly, according to Mississippi’s Commissioner of Agriculture, Andy Gibson. He warns this could lead to shortages in grocery stores and rising prices. Although Lumberton farmer John Corley believes Mississippi farmers may not face significant disruption, he expresses concern over container-shipped goods, particularly poultry, which rely on closed ports like Mobile. The strike is already causing a bottleneck in commerce, impacting supplies such as chemicals and fertilizers. Despite challenges, Gibson urges the public not to panic, noting that the Port of Gulfport remains operational.
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