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Good Morning Meridian Tori Alvarado's Forecast 10/15/24
SUMMARY: Good morning! It’s a chilly Tuesday with current temperatures in the lower 50s, expected to drop further as the day progresses. Cloud coverage is scattered across Mississippi and Alabama, and by this afternoon, temperatures will reach the mid-70s. However, evenings will turn cold again, dropping to the upper 50s by 9 PM and lower 40s overnight. A cold front has settled in, bringing breezy conditions and worsening drought, with a fire threat in effect until Wednesday. The central Atlantic is being monitored for potential tropical development. Overall, sunshine is expected throughout the week with no rain in the forecast.

Good Morning Meridian Tori Alvarado’s Forecast 10/15/24
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Election results are trickling in
SUMMARY: Election results are beginning to emerge from municipal primary elections across the region. In Brandon, early results indicate a close race between incumbent Mayor Butch Lee and State Representative Fred Shanks. Voting machines are speeding up the tallying process. In Flowood, the mayoral contest between Kathy Smith and Greg Wilcox requires hand counting, leading to a longer wait for results. Meanwhile, in Jackson, votes are being counted for significant races, including a crowded mayoral election with 12 Democratic and 3 Republican candidates. Updates will continue throughout the night as results come in.

Some election results are coming in.
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Longtime WTVA anchor Craig Ford retires
SUMMARY: Craig Ford, after 25 years with WTVA, announced his retirement, reflecting on his career with gratitude. He acknowledged his loyal viewers, colleagues, and the opportunities provided, including working with top professionals in broadcasting. Starting his career in radio before transitioning to TV, Craig helped launch WTVA’s 9:00 news in 1999. Throughout his career, he won numerous awards, including an Edward R. Murrow Award and an Emmy. Known for his steady presence during storms and breaking news, Craig was also admired for his humor and approachable personality. His retirement marks the end of a memorable chapter in North Mississippi’s news.

Longtime anchor Craig Ford retired from WTVA and broadcasting on Monday, March 31.
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Mississippi Lottery launches new instant scratch-off games April 1
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Lottery has launched three new scratch-off games for April, bringing its total to over 200 since its inception. These include a $10, $5, and $1 ticket, with top prizes ranging from $200,000 to $500. Since its debut in 2019, the Lottery has consistently introduced new games and returned over $640 million to the state. Recent winners include a $900,000 Mississippi Match 5 jackpot. The Lottery has seen strong local participation and out-of-state players, especially from Alabama, which doesn’t have its own lottery. With its growing success, the Mississippi Lottery continues to offer exciting, varied options for players.

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