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Columbus Police Department gets ready for new recruits

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9 months ago

February 6, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Shawanda Jones – 2024-02-06 18:47:13

SUMMARY: The Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry is increasing his department’s numbers by sending new recruits to the Jackson Police Training Academy to become certified officers. Training will include learning state laws, traffic laws, defensive tactics, driving, firearms, and report writing, and how to deal with the public. Recruits will also focus on team building and camaraderie. Prospective cadet William Henderson feels that giving back to the community is important. The department’s retention contract encourages new officers to stay for three years before considering other agencies. The goal is to build the police department into a source of pride for the Golden Triangle area.

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Danver’s celebrates forty seven years of continued success

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10 hours ago

November 1, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2024-11-01 19:01:00

SUMMARY: Danver’s restaurant in Tupelo, Mississippi, recently celebrated its 47th anniversary, maintaining a loyal customer base since its opening in 1977. General Manager Larry Wade, who started as a cook, emphasized the restaurant’s focus on consistency, quality, and customer service. Despite economic challenges, Danver’s has thrived due to its enduring values and community connections, which patrons appreciate. Regular customers, like Tom Robinson, value the reasonable prices and consistent quality. The restaurant aims to continue this legacy, looking forward to its 50th anniversary in three years as it remains a cherished community staple.

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Creator Studio at MUW expands opportunities for students

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10 hours ago

November 1, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-11-01 18:57:00

SUMMARY: The new Creator Studio at the Mississippi University for Women aims to enhance student creativity by providing a dedicated space for video production, podcasting, and audio work. Located in Fant Memorial Library, the studio offers essential equipment and software, including lighting, microphones, and green screens. Dr. Bary Smith emphasizes that it enables students from various majors to bring their ideas to life without the burden of investing in expensive gear. Students can reserve the studio for projects, fostering valuable skills applicable across industries, particularly in effective communication and branding. Reservations can be made online or through the library.

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New month same temperatures

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November 1, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Ashleigh Bryant – 2024-11-01 17:33:00

SUMMARY: COLUMBUS, Mississippi will experience a return to warmer weather after a brief dip, with highs in the 80s over the next few days. Friday night will be humid, dropping to the low 60s, with possible patchy fog. Saturday will be mostly cloudy but rain chances are reduced, while Sunday will see a mix of clouds and sunshine, with lows in the 60s. Next week starts dry with temperatures in the upper 70s to middle 80s; however, scattered showers are possible on Election Day Tuesday, so residents should prepare with rain gear.

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