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Landfall timeline: When will Hurricane Milton hit Florida?

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3 hours ago

October 9, 2024

www.wjtv.com – Leigh Spann – 2024-10-09 12:06:00

SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton is approaching the Florida coastline, with impacts beginning as early as Wednesday afternoon. Rain bands and tropical storm-force winds have hit Tampa Bay and Sarasota, accompanied by the risk of isolated tornadoes. Milton, downgraded to a Category 4 hurricane, is expected to make landfall around midnight as a Category 3, bringing dangerous winds and a storm surge of 10-15 feet. Coastal communities are warned of potential flooding, with Gov. DeSantis advising residents in affected areas to evacuate. By Thursday, hurricane-force winds will move east across Florida, with conditions improving afterward.

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Executive director of Mississippi Division of Medicaid steps down

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1 hour ago

October 9, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-10-09 14:26:00

SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves announced that Drew Snyder, the Executive Director of the Mississippi Division of Medicaid, will leave government service to return to the private sector, with his final day set for October 31, 2024. Cindy Bradshaw, currently Deputy Executive Director, has been chosen as his successor. Reeves praised Snyder for his impactful leadership in improving the Medicaid program since his appointment in January 2018. Snyder expressed pride in the progress made and optimism for the future of Medicaid in Mississippi. Bradshaw brings extensive experience, having previously been the State Insurance Administrator and working in health plan operations for private insurers.

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Theme announced for 2025 Hal's St. Paddy's Parade & Festival

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3 hours ago

October 9, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-10-09 12:35:00

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Man faces several child sex crime charges in Monroe Co.

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October 9, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-10-09 12:28:00

SUMMARY: Steve Colburn, a Monroe County man, faces multiple federal child sex crime charges, including seven counts of sex trafficking minors and one count of enticement. The allegations date back to 2007, with incidents involving eight minors. Colburn is also indicted on 16 state charges from July 2023. The enticement charge stems from an alleged incident on February 14 this year. If convicted, Colburn faces a potential life sentence. No trial date has been set, and the alleged crimes occurred in Monroe, Lee Counties, and possibly out of state.

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