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How to help the recovery from Milton, Helene
SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, struck Siesta Key, Florida, causing significant damage just weeks after Hurricane Helene. Milton made landfall late Wednesday, resulting in over 3 million power outages and producing approximately 150 tornadoes as it moved across the state. As communities face the aftermath of this disaster, Nexstar, the parent company of this website, is encouraging readers to support hurricane relief efforts through donations to the Red Cross. For those wanting to help, links to donation options and additional information on recovery efforts can be found through the Red Cross and local news outlets.
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SUMMARY: This weekend (November 15-17), Mississippi offers a variety of events for relaxation and enjoyment. In Jackson, highlights include Food Truck Friday, the Dinosaurs Around the World exhibit, and the Millsaps vs. Trinity football game. Ridgeland hosts the Fleet Feet Coffee Run, a recycling event, and the Scarecrow Trail. In Hattiesburg, there’s a Percussion Extravaganza and a holiday open house. Natchez features the Christmas Pilgrimage Tour and a live music event. Other activities include the Natchez Festival of Music and several local farmers markets, ensuring plenty of fun for friends, family, and solo adventurers alike.
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SUMMARY: An officer-involved shooting in McComb, Mississippi, resulted in one suspect’s death on November 14. Police responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle in the 200 block of 25th Street, where two suspects exited. One suspect threatened officers with a weapon, leading to the officers shooting him. Authorities are searching for additional suspects believed to be in a gray 2016 Dodge Charger. One individual has been arrested, and investigators think three or four more were involved. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into the incident, urging the public to avoid the suspects, who are considered armed and dangerous.
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SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi’s Golden Triangle area is experiencing a construction boom, driven by the arrival of a multi-billion dollar aluminum mill. Mark Jones of Cash and Carry Building Supply notes increased sales and a rising demand for housing due to more people moving to the region. Robert Benton, owner of Benton’s Military Hardware, shares optimism about the local economy’s future, highlighting opportunities for contractors and suppliers as new homes are built. This influx is expected to enhance the real estate market by increasing housing availability, benefiting the community overall.
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