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Interview: Clay County Sheriff’s Office hosting Halloween event on Oct. 30

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3 weeks ago

October 29, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-10-29 12:47:26

SUMMARY: Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott discussed the county’s annual Halloween event, emphasizing children’s safety amid potential severe weather. The event’s schedule was adjusted to better weather conditions, moving it to tomorrow at 5:15 PM at the Clay County Complex, with West Point hosting a trunk-or-treat at 6 PM. Following a decade of hosting the event, which has grown significantly, Sheriff Scott encourages community participation. He also highlighted the importance of monitoring sex offenders, noting the county has 53 compliant individuals. He advised parents to supervise their children during trick-or-treating to ensure a safe Halloween experience.

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a fun Halloween event on Wednesday, Oct. 30.

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Demolition of tornado-ruined strip mall is underway in Amory

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9 hours ago

November 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-11-20 18:21:22

SUMMARY: The Glendale shopping center in Amry, heavily damaged by the 2023 EF3 tornado, is finally being demolished, nearly two years after the disaster. The site, which housed a Piggly Wiggly, is being cleared to help the community move on from the trauma associated with the storm. Residents are pleased to see the cleanup, expressing hope for a revitalized entrance to the city. A new investor, who owns the nearby Blue Sky, has acquired the property, although plans for future development remain uncertain. The demolition marks a significant step toward recovering from the tornado’s impact.

The demolition of a tornado-damaged strip mall in Amory is underway.

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1 person in custody for Booneville fatal stabbing

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10 hours ago

November 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-11-20 17:10:34

SUMMARY: A man is dead, and a woman is in custody following a stabbing incident in Boonville. Detectives are investigating the city’s second murder of the year, which occurred Tuesday morning on South Lake Street. The victim, whose identity is pending release, was stabbed in the chest; he is not a local resident. The woman in custody also hails from outside the county and has not been charged yet, although charges may be forthcoming. Chief Michael Ry noted that such violent crimes are rare in Boonville, a usually peaceful town.

One person is in custody following a deadly stabbing in Booneville.

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Interview: Civic Ballet in Tupelo performing ‘Snow Queen’

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11 hours ago

November 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-11-20 16:26:50

SUMMARY: The 12th annual “Hope for the Holidays Snow Queen Ballet” is this weekend, a fundraiser benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The event, started by North Mississippi Dance Center in honor of a young cancer patient named Miles, has grown into a larger production over the years. This year, the performance features 70 dancers, including 36 from the company. A new highlight is an expanded scene with the Snow Queen’s army of evil ice, offering more dramatic flair. The ballet, a winter tale of good versus evil, is performed Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. at Tupelo High School.

The Civic Ballet in Tupelo is performing “Snow Queen” on Nov. 23-24.

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