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Final field set for 2023 Sanderson Farms Championship

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1 year ago

October 3, 2023

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2023-10-03 17:18:20

SUMMARY: The championship golf tournament, the Sanderson Farms Championship, is set to begin this week and will feature some of the best golfers in the world, including some with connections to Mississippi. PGA golfer Hayden Buckley, who has ties to Mississippi, expressed his excitement about playing in the tournament, stating that it is one of his favorites and he has played well in the past. Buckley believes that golf is growing in Mississippi and hopes to inspire young golfers from the state to pursue a career in the sport. The tournament field consists of past champions, major winners, and rising stars, including several players with Mississippi connections. Coverage of the tournament will begin on Thursday.

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Mississippi’s infrastructure graded C-minus

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10 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-11-15 17:17:14

SUMMARY: The American Society of Civil Engineers has graded Mississippi’s infrastructure a C-minus for 2024, indicating it is in fair condition but requires attention and investment. This assessment considers various infrastructure elements, including roads, bridges, and levees. Mississippi Department of Transportation Commissioner Willie Simmons stressed that funding is crucial for maintaining infrastructure, particularly roads and bridges. Recent financial support has improved the situation, helping to address these issues. The report aims to inform citizens about the current state of infrastructure in Mississippi, referred to as the Magnolia state.

Mississippi’s infrastructure received a C-minus grade for 2024.

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Keep Jackson Beautiful expands JXN Recycle program

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11 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-15 16:19:34

SUMMARY: Keep Jackson Beautiful, a local nonprofit, is enhancing the city’s aesthetics through the expansion of its recycling program. At the Jackson Zoo, they unveiled a new recycling structure capable of holding 70,000 plastic bottles. Residents must bag their bottles before use and unlock the bin via a QR code on their mobile devices. The organization emphasizes that recyclables should not be considered trash. Since 2022, Keep Jackson Beautiful has successfully collected over 26,000 pounds of recyclable materials, encouraging community participation in maintaining the city’s beauty and promoting sustainable practices.

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Salvation Army kicks off 2024 holiday campaigns

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11 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-15 15:56:26

SUMMARY: Major Timothy Delaney of the Salvation Army discusses this year’s Red Kettle campaign, a major fundraiser that supports the Salvation Army’s Center of Hope in Jackson. The campaign, which started earlier and ramps up this weekend, aims to raise $250,000 to help provide shelter, meals, and case management for the homeless. Delaney also highlights the Angel Tree program, which supports children and seniors in need by collecting gifts. Volunteers can sign up to be bell ringers at various locations, with opportunities for individuals and groups to get involved. More details are available at salvationarmyjackson.org.