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Bridge remains closed along old Highway 6 in Pontotoc County
SUMMARY: The West Main bridge in Tupelo has reopened, but a nearby bridge five miles west in Pono County remains closed, causing significant inconvenience for local drivers. Sandra Shaw, a resident of Hester Lane, reports increased traffic on her dead-end street despite clear detour and closure signs. She recounted an incident involving an 18-wheeler struggling to turn around. Local supervisor Ernie Wright indicated that the new bridge on Old Highway 6 will likely be completed by late July or early August, promising safer travel ahead. Wayne Herford reports live from the scene for WTV 9 News.
There is a Pontotoc County bridge closure on old Highway 6 west of Tupelo, and it is causing a headache for locals.
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First Alert Weather Focus-July 3, 2024
SUMMARY: WDM 7's Chief Meteorologist Patrick Bigby provides updates on Hurricane Barrel, which has caused significant damage in the southern Windward Islands, now impacting Jamaica with rainbands and gusty winds. The storm is expected to head towards the Cayman Islands and the Yucatan Peninsula before possibly re-intensifying towards Texas or northern Mexico next week. In addition, heat and humidity continue in the area, with increasing rain chances and a slightly cooler weekend. Fourth of July festivities include various fireworks displays, with minimal rainfall expected. Detailed insights are also given into the science of fireworks and flying insects' attraction to light.
Another hot one for the Pine Belt and the First Alert Weather team takes a long look at the forecast on Wednesday's episode of Focus.
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Man dies after being shot in North Jackson neighborhood
SUMMARY: A man, Ravus Greenfield, has died after being shot multiple times in North Jackson's Lake Trace Circle shortly after midnight. Detective Tommy Brown confirmed Greenfield's death at a local hospital. Police have not provided any details about a potential suspect. Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to contact JPD or Crime Stoppers.
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Dau Mabil's family at odds over independent autopsy arrangements
SUMMARY: The family of Dale Mobile and their attorneys are yet to agree on a suitable doctor to perform an independent autopsy. The initial autopsy by the state concluded drowning after Mobile's disappearance in March but did not determine the manner of death. Mobile's brother-in-law, Spence B., stated that attorney Lisa Ross has reversed her previous approvals of pathologists for the procedure. Despite the setback, both parties are continuing negotiations to reach an agreement. Updates on this case will be monitored and reported by 12 News.
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