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Blood donors needed to replenish critically low supply after Helene

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-10-08 08:53:55

SUMMARY: The American Red Cross is urgently seeking blood donations due to critically low supplies exacerbated by Hurricane Helene’s aftermath, which has caused the cancellation of over 100 blood drives. This situation has led to significant shortages, highlighting the importance of donations for those with urgent medical needs. To encourage contributions, donors of blood, platelets, or plasma in October will receive a $10 Amazon gift card and be entered into a drawing for $5,000 gift cards. The organization stresses the need for donations, especially from areas unaffected by the hurricanes. More information can be found on their website.

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What to know about Mississippi’s upcoming judicial runoffs

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-14 11:46:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi’s election season continues with judicial runoffs set for Tuesday, Nov. 26. Key races include the Mississippi Supreme Court, where incumbent Justice Jim Kitchens faces GOP state Sen. Jenifer Branning after neither secured over 50% of votes in the general election. Branning positions herself as a “constitutional conservative,” while Kitchens emphasizes his experience. Additionally, Amy St. Pe’ and Jennifer Schloegel are in a runoff for the Court of Appeals, following a close primary. Voters in specified counties can participate, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eligible voters must bring photo ID, and there are absentee voting options available.

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Officer, civilian injured after vehicle crashes into Pearl police car on I-20

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-14 11:43:00

SUMMARY: A Pearl police officer and a civilian driver were injured in a crash on I-20 East on Wednesday night. While officers were investigating a separate accident, a marked police cruiser with activated lights was struck from behind. The unidentified officer was treated and released from a local hospital, while the driver of the vehicle that collided with the police cruiser was also hospitalized. Both vehicles suffered significant damage, disrupting traffic temporarily until the scene was cleared. Officials stressed the importance of driver vigilance near emergency vehicles, reminding motorists to slow down and move over when encountering law enforcement.

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Canton man sentenced to 40 years after killing wife

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-14 10:23:00

SUMMARY: Myles Flint Johnson, a 53-year-old man from Canton, has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for the second-degree murder of his wife, Kristi Johnson. Following a three-day trial in Madison County, he received the maximum penalty without parole. On January 30, 2024, Johnson called 911 claiming his wife was shot, but police found her dead in their bed, shot in the back. He initially claimed it was a suicide but later stated it was accidental during a fight. The trial revealed a history of domestic violence, prompting the District Attorney to stress the case’s significance in addressing domestic abuse.

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