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Hattiesburg Salvation Army opens 'Red Kettle Campaign' Friday

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3 hours ago

November 16, 2024

www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-11-16 01:05:54

SUMMARY: The Salvation Army launched its Christmas red Kettle campaign, marking the start of donations at various stores. New this year, each kettle features a QR code for quick mobile donations. Major Fred Thornhill emphasized that contributions remain local, aiding those in the community. He recalled the joy of Christmas mornings as a child and highlighted the importance of providing gifts for children and seniors who may not receive much during the holidays. The campaign supports the angel tree program, which offers gifts to those in need. Opportunities to adopt angel tree recipients are still available in Hattiesburg.

Hattiesburg Salvation Army opens ‘Red Kettle Campaign’ Friday.

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Mississippi’s infrastructure graded C-minus

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10 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-11-15 17:17:14

SUMMARY: The American Society of Civil Engineers has graded Mississippi’s infrastructure a C-minus for 2024, indicating it is in fair condition but requires attention and investment. This assessment considers various infrastructure elements, including roads, bridges, and levees. Mississippi Department of Transportation Commissioner Willie Simmons stressed that funding is crucial for maintaining infrastructure, particularly roads and bridges. Recent financial support has improved the situation, helping to address these issues. The report aims to inform citizens about the current state of infrastructure in Mississippi, referred to as the Magnolia state.

Mississippi’s infrastructure received a C-minus grade for 2024.

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Keep Jackson Beautiful expands JXN Recycle program

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11 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-15 16:19:34

SUMMARY: Keep Jackson Beautiful, a local nonprofit, is enhancing the city’s aesthetics through the expansion of its recycling program. At the Jackson Zoo, they unveiled a new recycling structure capable of holding 70,000 plastic bottles. Residents must bag their bottles before use and unlock the bin via a QR code on their mobile devices. The organization emphasizes that recyclables should not be considered trash. Since 2022, Keep Jackson Beautiful has successfully collected over 26,000 pounds of recyclable materials, encouraging community participation in maintaining the city’s beauty and promoting sustainable practices.

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Salvation Army kicks off 2024 holiday campaigns

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12 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-15 15:56:26

SUMMARY: Major Timothy Delaney of the Salvation Army discusses this year’s Red Kettle campaign, a major fundraiser that supports the Salvation Army’s Center of Hope in Jackson. The campaign, which started earlier and ramps up this weekend, aims to raise $250,000 to help provide shelter, meals, and case management for the homeless. Delaney also highlights the Angel Tree program, which supports children and seniors in need by collecting gifts. Volunteers can sign up to be bell ringers at various locations, with opportunities for individuals and groups to get involved. More details are available at salvationarmyjackson.org.