Mississippi News
Warm, sunny days sticking around – Home – WCBI TV
SUMMARY: The weather in Columbus, Mississippi, is expected to remain warm during the day and cool at night into the weekend. Hurricane Milton, making landfall in Florida, will not directly impact the area, allowing for plenty of sunshine and highs in the mid-80s on Wednesday. Wednesday night will be clear with temperatures dropping to the 50s. The rest of the week promises similar warm and sunny weather, with highs reaching the upper 80s on Sunday due to a strong front approaching early next week, potentially bringing some rain.
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Mississippi News
Local church sends disaster relief team to Georgia
SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, local churches are initiating disaster relief teams following the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene and the impending arrival of Hurricane Milton. Fairview Baptist Church, led by Tommy Gillon, is organizing efforts to assist affected areas, including sending teams to Alma, Georgia. They provide essential resources like portable showers, generators, and hot meals while repairing damaged roofs with the help of the Mississippi Baptist Convention. Volunteer Steve McKay emphasizes the rewarding nature of helping others during crises. Fairview plans to send teams weekly for the next month and invites volunteers to join the effort.
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Mississippi News
Mississippi county supervisor and son indicted on grand larceny charges
SUMMARY: Keith Taylor, a supervisor from Marshall County, his son Peyton Taylor, and Jacob Wilson from Benton County have been indicted on grand larceny charges. The indictment alleges that in May 2024, they stole wheat valued between $5,000 and $25,000 from Yates Construction LLC, and in July, they took $1,000 worth of water from the Marshall County Water Association. If convicted, they face up to 10 years in prison and fines up to $20,000. The three defendants are scheduled to appear in circuit court in November 2024.
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Mississippi News
Time to evacuate running out as Hurricane Milton stalks Florida
SUMMARY: Tampa Bay faced heavy rain as Hurricane Milton approached, threatening a potentially catastrophic impact on Florida’s west coast. Despite evacuation orders for millions, some residents chose to stay, risking their safety. Milton, fluctuating between Category 4 and 5, posed severe challenges, including projected storm surges of up to 15 feet and significant rainfall, raising flooding risks. Emergency services warned that those remaining would have to manage without assistance during the storm’s peak. With memories of Hurricane Helene still fresh, the community braced for a destructive showdown, highlighting the precariousness of safety and recovery in storm-prone areas.
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