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Interview: AKA Inc. hosting its second youth job fair pt. 2

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4 months ago

June 14, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-06-14 08:58:00

SUMMARY: Alpha Kappa Alpha is hosting their second youth business fair, which promotes young entrepreneurs. Participants include Jennifer Lindsay and Ana Shumpert, who runs “Caked by Anakah,” specializing in event cakes and sweets. Ana was inspired by her love for baking shows and turned her passion into a business during college. Jennifer explains the fair takes place tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Paul Christian Life Center in Tupelo, Mississippi, featuring various youth-led businesses selling baked goods, jewelry, produce, body butter, phone cases, and lip gloss. The fair supports youth entrepreneurship, helping young people start and grow their businesses.

Annaka Shumpert is one of several members of our youth that will showcase her business at the Alpha Kappa Alpha Inc.’s second youth job fair this weekend.

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Investigation underway after body found

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1 hour ago

October 2, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-10-02 09:02:42

SUMMARY: The Ward 2 special election in Jackson is headed for a runoff, while an investigation is ongoing following the discovery of a man’s body this morning on N. West Street and Hartfield Street. Residents reported hearing gunshots shortly before the body was found beside his bicycle. Capitol Police responded to the scene, and the coroner has taken the body to the State Crime Lab for an autopsy. Evidence, including the bicycle and personal belongings, has also been collected as part of the investigation.

A body was found Wednesday on Hartfield Street.

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Today's First Alert Weather Kid is Abigail (10/2)

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1 hour ago

October 2, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-10-02 08:58:53

SUMMARY: Today‘s weather drawing, submitted by Abigail, features a mysterious black tree and birds against a dark, eerie sky—perfectly capturing the essence of Halloween. Sponsored by McDonald’s and part of the First Alert Weather Kids initiative, Abigail’s artwork stands out as a creative representation of October. Viewers are encouraged to submit their own drawings on the WT.com website under the “Color the Weather” tab for a chance to be featured. Thanks to Abigail for her fantastic contribution! Stay tuned for more news and weather updates after the break.

Today’s First Alert Weather Kid is Abigail (10/2)

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Today's Weather – Tori Alvarado – October 2nd, 2024

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2 hours ago

October 2, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-10-02 08:40:02

SUMMARY: Wednesday morning starts mild in the mid-70s, rising to a high of 87°F by 3 PM with increased cloud coverage but no rain. Evening skies will clear to mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to the lower 60s. Thursday will mirror today, hovering in the upper 80s with partial clouds. However, expect rain on Friday, providing a welcome temperature drop. Saturday will see mid-80s with lingering clouds. In the tropics, Hurricane Kirk is intensifying but won’t impact the region. There’s a 40% chance of cyclone development in the Gulf. Overall, a pleasant patch of weather persists before rain returns.