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Deadly house fire
SUMMARY: Keegan Foxx begins with a developing story concerning a senior who was killed in a house fire in Hinds County. The incident occurred in the afternoon at a home in Edwards. Fire officials and deputies responded, and a 75-year-old man was found dead inside the home. A neighbor attempted to help but the fire was too big. The sheriff’s office is investigating the incident, and a neighbor, Willie James Williams, was questioned about the victim’s death. Troy is off for the evening.
Deadly house fire
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Organizations sponsor 3rd annual Hispanic Festival
SUMMARY: Two organizations in the Pine Belt hosted the third annual Hispanic Festival at Eastside Park to support the Hattiesburg area’s Hispanic community. The event, organized by the Southeast Mississippi Health Initiative and the Mississippi Shine Project, offered free health screenings, food, and activities for children. It aimed to address health issues like hypertension, diabetes, and obesity while encouraging healthy lifestyles. While open to all, the festival specifically focused on Hispanic residents to emphasize the importance of community health resources and support, with translators available at clinics. Several vendors also provided information on health insurance and related topics.
Organizations sponsor 3rd annual Hispanic Festival.
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2024 Maternal Health Conference held in Vicksburg
SUMMARY: The 2024 Maternal Health Conference in Vicksburg focused on improving maternal healthcare in Mississippi. Discussions addressed issues like drug misuse and severe maternal morbidity, as highlighted by Jayen Sims, a maternal health consultant from the State Department of Health. Sims emphasized the necessity of this event to tackle the state’s worsening maternal health crisis. Participants, including providers and community members, aimed to identify strategies for improving patient care and creating safer birth experiences. Sims also stressed the importance of men‘s involvement in establishing support systems for expecting mothers, reflecting a comprehensive approach to enhancing maternal health.
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Thalia Mara Hall renovation efforts continue
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