www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-10-03 18:37:31

SUMMARY: Mississippi’s new pro baseball team has been named the Mississippi Mud Monsters, as announced by the Frontier League on X. The name won an online vote against Mississippi Grits and Mississippi Soul Shakers. The announcement featured an image of a person catching a catfish, highlighting a popular Mississippi export. The team’s logo will be revealed soon. This new team replaces the Mississippi Braves, which is relocating from Trustmark Park in Pearl to Columbus, Georgia. The Mud Monsters are set to begin play in May of next year.

Mississippi’s new professional baseball team has its new name.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-10-03 18:18:10

SUMMARY: Hurricane Helen has caused over 200 deaths, prompting emergency assistance along the Florida Gulf Coast and Carolinas. The National Guard from Mississippi and Alabama is aiding recovery efforts, alongside staff from the Natchez Trace Parkway. Two firefighters and other personnel have been deployed to assist in clearing debris along the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. Challenges include limited access due to downed cell towers and power outages. Teams from the National Park Service are assessing damage and requesting additional resources as needed. Parkway Superintendent Douglas Neighbors noted that employee deployments typically last two weeks, but the duration remains uncertain.

A team from the Natchez Trace Parkway is helping with hurricane recovery in North Carolina.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-10-03 18:17:52

SUMMARY: This month, SNAP recipients will see increased benefits due to a cost of living adjustment that took effect this week, lasting until September next year. Approximately 42 million people rely on SNAP each month. The average benefit, previously $21.93, has increased by a few dollars, providing much-needed support to individuals and families facing economic challenges.

SNAP recipients will see an increase in benefits this month.

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