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JPS welcomes new athletic director

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July 8, 2024

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-07-08 09:47:54

SUMMARY: The new athletic director of Jackson Public Schools, Mr. Green, discusses his goals and experiences in his role. His first goal is to establish a culture of excellence and success, focusing on the holistic development of student-athletes academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. He emphasizes supporting coaches with necessary resources and collaborating with stakeholders, including parents and community members. Mr. Green highlights the need to improve the football program by hiring quality coaches and enhancing facilities. He acknowledges the mentorship from his predecessor, Coach Jones, and shares anecdotes of past successes, showcasing championship rings. His biggest professional achievement is becoming the executive director.

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2nd annual 'Safety Festival' held in Hattiesburg Saturday

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4 hours ago

October 6, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-10-06 00:39:11

SUMMARY: Hattiesburg hosted its second annual Community Outreach Safety Festival, focusing on fire prevention and reducing lead exposure in homes. City leaders, police, and firefighters gathered at Ver and Damber Park to promote safety practices, especially as October marks National Fire Prevention Month. The event featured free smoke detectors and fire safety demonstrations, highlighting the increased risk of house fires as temperatures drop and heating systems are used. Additionally, the festival addressed National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, informing residents about federal grants for lead paint removal in homes built before 1978. Vendors also offered voter registration and free blood pressure checks.

Second annual ‘Safety Festival’ held in Hattiesburg Saturday.

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Walk to bring awareness to mental health issues staged Saturday in Hattiesburg

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4 hours ago

October 6, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-10-06 00:39:11

SUMMARY: The Pine Bell chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) held its Ninth Annual NAMI Walks event today at Town Square Park, aiming to raise awareness and funds for advocacy and education. Dozens of participants walked multiple laps around the park, with over a dozen vendors representing community organizations. The chapter aims to raise $15,000 this year, an increase from last year’s goal of $10,000, and has already collected $11,000. Donations are still being accepted, and more information can be found on their website.

Walk to bring awareness to mental health issues staged Saturday in Hattiesburg.

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Jackson man killed in apartment shooting in Byram; investigation underway

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5 hours ago

October 5, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-10-05 23:35:36

SUMMARY: A man is being charged with armed robbery after recently being on federal probation for another bank robbery. Meanwhile, Byram police are investigating a homicide following a deadly apartment shooting. Officers responded to reports of gunfire at the Reserve of Byram Apartments just before midnight on Friday. Upon arrival, they discovered an unresponsive man inside his apartment who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.