Mississippi News
Independence Day booms sales for local package store
SUMMARY: Justin Wilkerson, the general manager of a local liquor store, has reported booming business this Independence Day. With the holiday spanning over a 4-day weekend for many, people are taking the opportunity to relax and stock up on last-minute goods, including adult beverages. Wilkerson's store offers a wide variety of options, making it a convenient one-stop shop for customers. While customers enjoy their holiday, the staff remains vigilant in preventing sales to minors. Wilkerson encourages everyone to drink responsibly.
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Mississippi News
Mississippians encouraged to practice firework safety during July 4th holiday
SUMMARY: As the Fourth of July nears, Dr. Derek Culnan, a burn specialist at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jackson, stresses the importance of fireworks safety. He observes an increase in serious burns during this period and advises having specific safety roles: a sober designated shooter, a person responsible for safety with water or a hose handy, and someone to keep children clear of fireworks. Sparklers, in particular, can quickly burn children. Taking these precautions can help ensure a safe celebration.
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Mississippi News
Pleasant for now…bringing back the humidity and rain
SUMMARY: Drier air moved into Columbus, Mississippi, after Sunday's cold front, making the hot temperatures more bearable. Tonight will be mild and clear with temperatures dropping to the mid-60s. Tuesday will be dry and hotter, reaching the upper 90s with a few clouds by nightfall and lows in the mid-70s. Humidity and rain chances will return mid-week. The rest of the week will see highs in the mid-90s with increasing cloud cover and scattered showers likely by the weekend.
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Mississippi News
Columbus native Chuck Box hired by Texas as Director of Program Development
SUMMARY: Chuck Box, a Columbus native, was appointed as Texas baseball's director of program development. Previously, he held the same position at Texas A&M for three years, following head coach Jim Schlossnagle from College Station to Austin. Box's tenure at Texas A&M saw the Aggies reach the College World Series twice in three seasons, including a recent championship series appearance, where they lost to Tennessee. Before joining the SEC, Box coached Jackson Prep and Hartfield Academy for 16 seasons and served as the head coach at ICC from 1998 to 2002.
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