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MDPS Commissioner Sean Tindell joins the show to talk about gun safety and other issues

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1 year ago

November 20, 2023

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2023-11-20 14:39:28

SUMMARY: The WLOX News This Week segment, hosted by Dave Elliott, began by discussing a measure in Mississippi that would allow teachers to carry guns in classrooms after completing a gun course offered by the Department of Public Safety and the Department of Education. The goal of the program is to ensure that schools are safer, especially considering most school shootings happen within three minutes, faster than law enforcement can usually respond. The program is voluntary and includes a two-week training on firearms and self-defense.

Mississippi’s Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell talked about improvements made such as drastically reducing the backlog in autopsy reports, modernizing the driver’s license renewal process, and increasing safety in schools and on roads. Specific attention was given to the expansion of the Capitol Police, aiming to make Jackson safer without politicizing public safety. Tindell mentioned their work has led to a decrease in crime rates, especially homicides, and emphasized the importance of removing politics from public safety matters.

Here to talk about that, the crime lab and other safety issues Mississippi Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell.

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April 1, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-04-01 12:06:04

SUMMARY: Primary elections are taking place today in South Mississippi, offering residents the chance to engage in democracy. Key races include mayor, city council, and board of aldermen, with polls open since 7 AM. In Long Beach, current Mayor George Baz is not seeking reelection, leaving four candidates to compete. Turnout has been light, especially given the significance of the Republican primary. In Ocean Springs, incumbent Kenny Holloway faces four challengers. Polls close at 7 PM, and voters can participate in either the Republican or Democratic primary, but not both. Mississippi Move is providing free ride shares for voters.

Polls open Tuesday, April 1, at 7 a.m. and will close at 7 p.m.

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3/31 – Sam Parker’s “What a Turn Around” Monday Night Forecast

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18 hours ago

April 1, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-04-01 11:24:36

SUMMARY: Meteorologist Sam Parker recapped a stormy Monday morning in South Mississippi, where over an inch of rain fell in Gulfport and heavy rainfall was reported across Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, Ocean Springs, and Pascagoula. Sunday also brought flash flood warnings and over six inches of rain in parts of Jackson County. Tornado warnings were issued, with the National Weather Service expected to survey the damage. A cold front has moved out, bringing drier air and clear skies tonight. Cloud cover will return Tuesday, but the week remains mostly dry with a warming trend before another cold front brings weekend storms.

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Behind the Business: Sugar Tribe Sweets and Events

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22 hours ago

April 1, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-04-01 07:34:48

SUMMARY: **Summary (100 words):**
In this week’s *Behind the Business: Sugar Tribe Sweets and Events*, what began as a hobby for Ocean Springs’ Jennifer Mayfield has grown into a flourishing bakery and event business. Inspired by a cake she made for her nephew’s birthday, Mayfield launched Sugar Tribe through social media. Self-taught via YouTube and trial and error, she expanded from home baking to two storefronts. Sugar Tribe now offers custom cakes, themed desserts, brownies, cinnamon rolls, king cakes, and event services including linens and decor. Though cakes are her specialty, Mayfield’s creativity drives her growing success—alongside owning an urgent care clinic.