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Local WW2 veteran granted prestigious medal
SUMMARY: World War II veteran JD Roberts, 100 years old, received the French Legion of Honor award in New Albany. The ceremony at the Magnolia Civic Center was attended by dozens, including Senator Roger Ricker, who spoke in honor of Roberts. Roberts, a highly regarded figure, expressed gratitude for the recognition, having previously been awarded several medals for his heroism during the war. The event was attended by his two nieces and friends who spoke of his character and shared memories. The award was a proud moment for Roberts and the local community, who feel that veterans like him deserve more recognition.
John “JD” Roberts was awarded the French Legion of Honor Award.
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Jackson police are looking for a suspect wanted in a carjacking
SUMMARY: Jackson police are actively searching for a suspect involved in a carjacking that occurred Friday night. The situation escalated when officers spotted the stolen black Chevy Camaro, leading to a chase that ended in a crash with a Honda Pilot at the intersection of Shamrock Drive and Raymond Road. One individual has been arrested in connection with the incident, but another suspect remains at large. Emergency Medical Responders (AMR) are present at the scene. 16 WAPT’s Kyndall Jones is reporting live from the area as authorities continue their investigation.
carjacking suspect search heats up after wreck
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Brett Favre To Speak Before Congress
SUMMARY: Retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre will appear before Congress on Tuesday to discuss welfare mismanagement amid an investigation into his involvement in Mississippi’s welfare scandal. Favre, invited by House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Rep. Jason Smith, has faced scrutiny for accepting $1.1 million in speaking fees from welfare funds, repaying $1 million but still owing nearly $730,000 in interest. Although he is not charged criminally, Favre is part of a civil suit demanding the repayment of misappropriated TANF funds that were intended for a volleyball arena at his alma mater, the University of Southern Mississippi.
Congress to hear from Brett Favre
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WDAM 7 First Alert Weather Focus – 09/20/2024
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Patrick Mby discussed the weather for September 20, focusing on upcoming football games and tropical activity. A warm, sunny weekend is expected, with highs in the low to mid-90s for the games, while the tropics are being monitored for a potential developing system in the Caribbean. The forecast indicates dry conditions throughout, with future rain chances next week. Viewers were also notified of an airplane door unexpectedly falling near a home in South Carolina, resulting in no injuries. The 7-day forecast highlights continued warm weather with temperatures cooling late next week, closely watching any developing tropical systems.
WDAM 7’s First Alert Weather team looks at the Pine Belt’s forecast for the weekend and into the work week ahead.
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