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GRIND TO GLORY: The East Webster Wolverines are looking to “take their next step”

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5 months ago

June 18, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-06-18 09:17:30

SUMMARY: “Grind to Glory,” sponsored by Southern Housing, continues with a preview of the East Webster Wolverines, who are entering their second year in the 3A classification. Last season, the Wolverines achieved 10 wins and reached the quarterfinals. Under Head Coach Ron Price’s seven-year tenure, they have consistently made playoff appearances, advancing to the third round in three of the last four seasons. This year’s team aims to improve further with strong offensive performance, evidenced by last season’s high-scoring games. The primary challenge now is determining the starting quarterback, a role hotly contested. Their season kicks off against Yur High School in the Maroon Bowl.

The East Webster Wolverines have made it to the quarterfinals in three of their last four seasons. This season they will be looking to go even further into the playoffs.

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McClean Fletcher Center

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2 hours ago

November 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-14 09:49:34

SUMMARY: The transcript discusses November as National Childhood Grief Awareness Month, highlighting the significant impact of grief on children, particularly in Mississippi. The state ranks third nationally in the number of children affected by the death of a parent or sibling. The center mentioned encourages listening, providing a safe space for children to express emotions, and facilitating discussions around their grief. Children engage in various activities, such as physical outlets and writing messages to their loved ones. Volunteers often experience personal healing through their work, underscoring the emotional complexity involved in supporting grieving children.

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Quilting and Crafting

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2 hours ago

November 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-11-14 09:45:35

SUMMARY: The speaker reflects on their crafting journey, starting in Pocahontas, Mississippi, where quilting was a childhood activity due to limited toys. During the pandemic, they revisited crochet and then quilting, producing over 30 quilts. They emphasize the importance of improvisation and following patterns, beginning with a simple nine-patch quilt. The speaker also mentions teaching others to quilt, believing talents are meant to be shared. They showcase various quilts, including a memory quilt made from T-shirts and a Shoofly quilt inspired by the Underground Railroad, and are actively involved in teaching quilt-making at their church, Kate Chappell Baptist Church.

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Possible arson in destruction of historic church in Monroe County

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2 hours ago

November 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-11-14 09:44:49

SUMMARY: Sheriff’s deputies in Monroe County are investigating new leads in the arson of the historic Old Harmony Church, which burned down on Friday night just before midnight. Volunteer firefighters from multiple departments were unable to save the structure. Sheriff Kevin Crook indicated that the fire was likely intentionally set, noting the absence of lightning storms and the possibility of human involvement, such as wire stripping or children’s play. Investigators have identified persons of interest and urge anyone with information to contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department or Golden Triangle Crimestoppers to help solve the case.

Investigators are working to determine if someone intentionally set fire to a historic church in Monroe County.

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