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Grant to help Hattiesburg pay for new welcome center

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3 weeks ago

June 5, 2024

www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-06-05 23:55:43

SUMMARY: A bill signed last month provides nearly $7 million in grants to revitalize downtown areas across Mississippi. The Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant Program funds various projects, including a new welcome center in Hattiesburg. This century-old building will be renovated with half a million dollars to house Visit Hattiesburg and the Downtown Hattiesburg Association. The new center aims to promote local businesses, tourism, and community pride. Future plans include public art, bike rentals, and potentially a Hattiesburg history museum. Renovations are expected to start in late 2024 or early 2025. Leaders are excited about the positive impact on the city.

Grant to help Hattiesburg pay for new welcome center.

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2 people in custody after apartment shooting

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57 mins ago

June 29, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-06-29 23:15:17

SUMMARY: A front will pass tomorrow, but in developing news, there was a shooting this afternoon at the Park at Inverness apartment complex. Jackson Police reported that around 1 PM, multiple suspects were involved in a shootout, damaging cars and buildings. Two people of interest have since been taken into custody.

2 people in custody after apartment shooting

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Nick's Saturday PM Forecast 6/29

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1 hour ago

June 29, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-06-29 23:01:35

SUMMARY: Today, much-needed rain fell in the Pine Belt, offering relief from abnormally dry conditions, notably north of Hattiesburg in Mississippi. Rain-cooled temperatures hit 81° at Petro Nissan, with rainfall totals ranging from a tenth of an inch to about an inch. Some thunderstorms lingered on the area's outskirts, but the core remained clear. In tropical news, the Bay of Campeche has a 50/50 chance of developing into a tropical depression, while Hurricane Barrel is moving towards the Windward Islands and may become a major hurricane in the Caribbean. Local rain chances will return to 30-40% tomorrow, decreasing near the holiday weekend.

Nick's Saturday PM Forecast 6/29

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JSU hosts Mandela Washington Fellowship

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4 hours ago

June 29, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-06-29 19:54:32

SUMMARY: Habitat for Humanity received help building new homes from participants in the 2024 Mandela Washington Fellowship for young African leaders, selected by Jackson State University (JSU). This marks JSU's third consecutive year as an Institute partner, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. Dr. Edith Davidson noted that 25 fellows from over 20 African countries spent six weeks at JSU's Leadership and Business Institute. The fellows participated in a Habitat for Humanity service project, offering a hands-on opportunity to address housing challenges in Mississippi and meet future homeowners. The program facilitates global connections and collaboration between JSU and emerging leaders.