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Interview: Safe Harbor Ministry provides aid to victims of sex trafficking
SUMMARY: Human trafficking is the second largest and fastest-growing criminal industry globally, after drug trafficking. Eight Days of Hope has constructed Safe Harbor, a healing facility for victims, including minors and young women. Colleen Faing explains that there are fewer than 1,000 beds nationwide for survivors, with under 500 for children. Safe Harbor, located on a 30-acre campus in Ohio, includes cottages, an admin building with a medical wing, a school, and a chapel, offering comprehensive care. The facility serves girls aged 14-18 from across the U.S., and is preparing to welcome its first resident.
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Hinds County supervisors want to move election commission to old military processing building
SUMMARY: The Hinds County Board of Supervisors is debating the future of a former military entrance processing building in downtown Jackson, currently serving as a voting precinct. While some supervisors propose renaming it the Hinds County Administration Building and relocating the Election Commission there, election officials argue that such a move before an election would be logistically challenging. They believe a master plan is essential to avoid misusing funds during renovations. The building is in Bobby McGowan's District Five, and he feels that other supervisors are overstepping by interfering with the district's affairs. Positive feedback has been received, but concerns remain about the timing and planning.
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Fallen tree causes power outage in Byram
SUMMARY: The city of Byam is facing an outage affecting a quarter of the area due to a tree falling on a power line near a substation. Power is expected to be restored by 6:30 PM. Byam police request that residents avoid Sell Road, Byrum Parkway, Terry Road, and the Walmart Corridor for safety reasons.
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Today's Weather – Zack Rogers – July 1st, 2024
SUMMARY: Expect temperatures in the upper 70s to lower 80s during the morning, with mostly sunny skies by the afternoon and highs reaching the mid-90s. There is no chance of rain today or tomorrow, but the heat index could reach the upper 90s. Stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade. Rain will return by Wednesday and Thursday with isolated afternoon showers. By Friday, rain will drop temperatures to the lower 90s. For the July 4th weekend, pack an umbrella as rain is possible. Hurricane Barrel, a category 4 storm, is being monitored, along with Tropical Depression Cris and another potential development.
Today's Weather – Zack Rogers – July 1st, 2024
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