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Area college students gear up for finals week at Exam Slam

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www.wcbi.com – Kealy Shields – 2023-11-30 19:27:17

SUMMARY: First United Methodist Church in Starkville, Mississippi, provides free space, wifi, and food for area college students during finals week. They have hosted an annual Exam Slam for the last few years and it has become a valuable resource for students. The church members and volunteers work hard to make the students feel welcome and supported. The event is open to any area college students and runs from Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. College students Ruthan Villanueva and Eddie Nestell have been regular attendees and appreciate the supportive environment provided by the church.

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School discusses crisis plan in wake of shooting

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www.wcbi.com – Charity Johnson – 2024-11-19 19:01:00

SUMMARY: On November 19, a shooting in Columbus, Mississippi, during an after-school bus route left 10 students and a bus driver caught in the crossfire. The shooting occurred on the 1500 block of MLK, but no students were injured, although a bullet hit the bus tire. The driver safely stopped the bus without incident. Authorities are searching for Martez Meeks, the suspect, believed to be driving a dark-colored Dodge Charger. One person was injured in the shooting. The school district’s Assistant Superintendent emphasized the importance of crisis management plans to ensure student safety and reunification with parents.

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Aberdeen native is now a doctor of physical therapy

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November 19, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Khamari Haymer – 2024-11-19 18:42:00

SUMMARY: Dr. Traveus Garth, a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Monroe Regional Hospital in Aberdeen, Mississippi, has always aimed to help others rather than pursue a career in athletics. He developed an interest in body mechanics during high school and earned his Physical Therapy Assistant degree in 2016. After working at Noxubee County General Hospital, he completed his Doctorate at Hanover College this summer. Garth finds joy in assisting patients through their recovery from injuries, treating 8-14 patients daily. He encourages others to achieve their goals by emphasizing discipline, faith, and perseverance in their journeys.

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Cooler air on the way

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www.wcbi.com – Ashleigh Bryant – 2024-11-19 18:33:00

SUMMARY: Cold air and dry conditions are arriving in Columbus, Mississippi, with overnight lows dropping to the mid-30s. Tonight will be clear and dry, with tomorrow’s daytime temperatures in the low 50s, reaching the mid-60s under sunny skies. Thursday morning will be chilly, starting in the upper 30s, with highs around 60°F. Friday is expected to be the coldest day of the week, with highs in the mid-50s and lows in the low to mid-30s. The weekend will see Saturday morning temperatures in the low 30s, with wind chill making it feel even colder, but no precipitation is forecast.

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