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Lamar County deputies undergo Crisis Intervention Training

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www.youtube.com – – 2024-05-20 16:22:35


SUMMARY: Lamar County Sheriff’s deputies are undergoing Crisis Intervention provided by Pine Belt Mental . The program equips to recognize and deescalate mental health crises through role-playing scenarios involving mental illness, substance abuse, and domestic situations. Over half of the department’s 45 deputies are certified, and Sheriff Danny Regal aims for all deputies and correctional officers to complete the training. This initiative helps keep individuals experiencing mental health crises out of jail by addressing their needs for counseling or medical assistance. Additionally, Lamar County is collaborating with Forest County, Hattiesburg, and Pine Belt Mental Health to open a crisis stabilization unit by fall.

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Fugitive wanted after 7.5 pounds of cocaine seized in Clay County bust

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September 24, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 – 2024-09-24 22:15:06


SUMMARY: In Clay County, enforcement seized over a quarter of a million dollars in during a significant raid at a home near Point. Authorities recovered 7.2 lbs of uncut cocaine, marijuana, pills, crack cocaine, and firearms from a residence on Waverly Road. The , Kevin Tucker, fled the scene just moments before arrived. Sheriff Eddie Scott stated that the drugs likely originated from the Mexico-South America border, indicating a high volume of illegal substances entering the country. The operation involved multiple law enforcement agencies, and authorities are seeking public assistance in locating Tucker.

A man is wanted a large drug bust in Clay County.

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Smithville issues boil water notice for all customers

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September 24, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 – 2024-09-24 22:11:29


SUMMARY: Tonight at 10:00, of Smithville were informed that the system had been repaired, but they are now under a new boil water notice. Town confirmed that all town and rural customers are affected. The issue arose from a broken 8-inch water line located in a rural section of the system. Crews have been working on repairs since 7:00 PM.

The Town of Smithville has issued a boil water notice for town and rural customers.

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FNF Game of the Week: Red Bay at Belmont

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September 24, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 – 2024-09-24 20:18:23


SUMMARY: This ‘s Friday Night Fever of the week, sponsored by Game Day Haircuts, features a cross- rivalry between the Belmont Cardinals and the Red Bay Tigers. Belmont arrives undefeated after a recent victory over Walnut, while Red Bay is still seeking its first win of the season. The teams have a long history, dating back to the 1960s, with Red Bay historically winning more matchups. Highlights from this exciting game will be aired by WTV’s Jason Williams on WTV 9 News at 10 this Friday night.

Red Bay, Alabama at Belmont is the FNF Game of the Week, announced on September 24, 2024.

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