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Madison County engineers working on flood solution

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October 26, 2023

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2023-10-26 09:28:50

SUMMARY: Madison County officials provided an update on their plans to address flooding in the county, particularly in the city of Canton. After flooding in 2022 damaged homes and businesses, a five-year plan was developed to tackle the issue. Engineers identified 42 drainage problem areas, including seven in Canton. Planning began in December, and the design phase is expected to start within the next seven months. The options considered to mitigate flooding include building flood prevention structures, constructing wide channels to remove water faster, or eliminating the risk altogether. The project may also include the development of a recreation park around a new water retention area. The timeframe for completion is a concern for residents, but engineers assure that they are working aggressively to expedite the process. Environmental surveys are underway, and there may be a need to buy out some homes to complete the project. The County Supervisor mentioned previous instances of home buyouts in Canton due to flooding concerns. The project has received 23.5 million dollars in federal funding.

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17 hours ago

November 22, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-11-22 00:33:27

SUMMARY: Local businesses united to host a benefit concert for long-term recovery efforts following Hurricane Helen in the Carolinas. The collaborative event was presented by Spacey’s Rock and Roll Tattoo, the Aces, the Pretzel Company, and Downtown Meridian, and featured free entertainment from 5 to 9 PM. Community members supported the cause by donating and enjoying food from local vendors. Roy Fiser, a Lieutenant and Corps Officer for the Salvation Army, emphasized the concert’s significance for disaster recovery, particularly for severely affected areas like Asheville and Chimney Rock. All donations will assist the Salvation Army in recovery efforts.

On Thursday, Local businesses hosted a benefit concert to support the long-term recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene in the Carolinas.

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Protest leads one lady to Aliceville prison

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17 hours ago

November 22, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-11-22 00:33:22

SUMMARY: Bevelyn Batty Williams faces 41 months in prison for violating the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act during a pro-life protest outside Planned Parenthood in Manhattan in June 2020. Convicted in February 2023, she was accused of intimidating and obstructing individuals seeking reproductive health services, including physically blocking access and making threats. Her husband claims her comments were misunderstood as spiritual warfare rather than actual threats. Despite being found not guilty of conspiracy related to different clinics nationwide, her actions led to a harsher sentence, with prosecutors labeling her a “ring leader” in the protests.

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11/21 – FROST potential continues into the weekend

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17 hours ago

November 22, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-11-22 00:33:21

SUMMARY: Today was chilly, requiring a coat early on, with temperatures around 41°F in the Metro area. Expect frost overnight into Saturday morning, especially in Alabama and parts of Mississippi. Winds were gusty but have calmed, leading to clear skies and dropping temperatures. A frost advisory is in effect. As a cold front approaches, highs on Friday may struggle to reach 60°F. Cooler conditions will persist into the weekend, with frost expected Saturday morning. Mild temperatures return next week, with rain chances increasing, particularly around Thanksgiving, including the potential for thunderstorms. Stay tuned for updates.

11/21 – FROST potential continues into the weekend

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