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Hope for PDCD: A local mom is pushing lawmakers to place PDCD on the national newborn screening

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10 months ago

February 29, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-02-29 09:12:54

SUMMARY: Nikki Kivitz is advocating for her daughter Abigail, who has been diagnosed with PDCD, a disease that affects her body’s ability to metabolize carbohydrates. Kivitz is pushing for more awareness of PDCD and for it to be included in national newborn screening. She has been meeting with lawmakers in Washington, DC to advocate for PDCD, as it is highly underdiagnosed. Kivitz is part of the foundation for PDCD, which aims to fund genetic therapy research. She urges viewers to contact their representatives to support including PDCD in newborn screening and to donate to the foundation. Together, they are working to save children’s lives affected by PDCD.

A local mom is working to spread awareness for a rare, life altering disease called Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Deficiency.

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Mississippi high school athlete fights to overcome Hodgkin's lymphoma

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3 days ago

December 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-12-20 11:13:11

SUMMARY: Walker Mim, a Mississippi high school baseball player, faced a life-altering Hodgkin’s Lymphoma diagnosis. Concerned about his son’s unusual throwing motion, Walker’s father prompted an MRI that revealed cancer instead of a shoulder injury. Despite the harsh treatments, Walker remained resilient. Make A Wish Mississippi granted him a wish to attend the World Series, marking a symbol of hope as he completed his treatment. Supported by his family and community, who wore “Walker Strong” bracelets, he found strength in his faith, particularly through Philippians 4:13. Thankfully, Walker is now feeling well and embracing life again.

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Tupelo waiting on Target to make decision on new store

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3 days ago

December 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-12-20 10:27:30

SUMMARY: Local shoppers in Tupelo are hopeful for a Target store after years of anticipation. Target filed plans in September for a store in the Barnes Crossing area near North Gloster Street and Interstate 22. The Tupelo City Council recently approved an agreement to incentivize the retailer, including infrastructure improvements to alleviate traffic. While some community members express excitement about the shopping options, Target has not confirmed its plans for Tupelo, as its future store openings do not currently include the city. Despite recent mixed earnings reports, company officials remain optimistic about their long-term prospects.

The City of Tupelo is now playing the waiting game for a possible Target store.

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Volunteers requested for local “Grow-a-Row” program to combat hunger

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3 days ago

December 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-12-19 23:57:54

SUMMARY: A local nonprofit, Petal Healing Garden, is collaborating with the Forest County Agricultural Extension Office on the Grow a Row program to combat food insecurity. Volunteers can participate after completing a food safety course led by Jesse Tisdale. The program not only helps with food donations but also offers a chance for the community to reconnect with gardening, filling a gap left by the loss of agricultural education in local schools. Proceeds from the initiative will benefit the Edwards Street food pantry and the Petal Children’s Task Force in Hattiesburg.

One local agricultural extension office is teaming up with a local vegetable garden owner to train others on growing produce to combat hunger in the Pine Belt.

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