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Interview: Mississippi courts installing free interpreter signs

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7 months ago

September 10, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-10 14:20:25

SUMMARY: Deanie Miller, director of language access with the Mississippi Supreme Court, is personally placing signs in courthouses to inform individuals of their right to an interpreter, following the new laws effective July 1, 2023. Miller aims to visit over 600 courthouses to meet clerks and ensure proper installation of signs in multiple languages, as Spanish, Arabic, and Mandarin are among the most requested. She also highlights an upcoming two-day remote workshop on October 15-16 for those interested in becoming certified court interpreters, a crucial step toward improving access for non-English speakers in the judicial system.

Mississippi’s court system is installing signs throughout the state informing non-English speakers about free interpretation services.

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Good Morning Meridian Tori Alvarado's First Alert Weather Forecast 4/2/25

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7 hours ago

April 2, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2025-04-02 12:45:44

SUMMARY: Good morning, Meridian! Today’s weather is warm and cloudy, with temperatures in the low 70s, and a chance of isolated showers this morning. Expect highs in the mid to upper 80s later, alongside windy conditions with gusts up to 45 mph; a wind advisory is in effect. Tomorrow morning may also bring showers, but it won’t be a total washout. This weekend, anticipate increased rainfall and the possibility of severe thunderstorms Saturday night into Sunday morning, with a 30% chance for severe weather. Stay tuned for updates from your First Alert weather team.

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Wellness Wednesday: Link between tech and health

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10 hours ago

April 2, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2025-04-02 09:54:18

SUMMARY: In a recent “Wellness Wednesday” segment, Dr. Quinn discusses the impact of technology on health. He highlights both benefits, such as increased access to health information, and drawbacks, including reduced physical activity and disrupted sleep patterns due to screen exposure. Dr. Quinn observes that technology often distracts users, leading to time loss and decreased engagement in daily activities. He suggests a technology detox, advocating for 24-hour breaks from social media to foster mental well-being. Additionally, he notes that prolonged screen time can cause eye strain and reduce active learning opportunities, particularly among students using AI for schoolwork.

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Election results are trickling in

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1 day ago

April 1, 2025

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2025-04-01 20:07:26

SUMMARY: Election results are beginning to emerge from municipal primary elections across the region. In Brandon, early results indicate a close race between incumbent Mayor Butch Lee and State Representative Fred Shanks. Voting machines are speeding up the tallying process. In Flowood, the mayoral contest between Kathy Smith and Greg Wilcox requires hand counting, leading to a longer wait for results. Meanwhile, in Jackson, votes are being counted for significant races, including a crowded mayoral election with 12 Democratic and 3 Republican candidates. Updates will continue throughout the night as results come in.