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Mississippi Insight for August 20, 2023: Taft and Latino

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1 year ago

August 28, 2023

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2023-08-28 12:54:54

SUMMARY: A troubling trend in Mississippi’s treatment of people in need of mental health treatment has been uncovered, with hundreds of them being put behind bars without being charged with a crime. Civil commitment, a legal process to ensure individuals suffering from serious mental illness receive treatment, often leads to incarceration due to a lack of treatment facilities and a law that permits jail usage. This process can last for weeks or months, with little to no access to medication or therapy. As a result, trust in the system is diminished, and some individuals may suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder or even die while in jail.

Journalist Isabelle Taft walks us through the latest findings on civil commitments and their use in keeping people with mental health problems in jail, without criminal charges. And Magnolia Tribune’s Russ Latino offers his thoughts on some of 2023’s top state election campaigns. Hosted by 12 News’ Byron Brown and produced by Tom Wright.

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Mississippi high school athlete fights to overcome Hodgkin's lymphoma

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2 days ago

December 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-12-20 11:13:11

SUMMARY: Walker Mim, a Mississippi high school baseball player, faced a life-altering Hodgkin’s Lymphoma diagnosis. Concerned about his son’s unusual throwing motion, Walker’s father prompted an MRI that revealed cancer instead of a shoulder injury. Despite the harsh treatments, Walker remained resilient. Make A Wish Mississippi granted him a wish to attend the World Series, marking a symbol of hope as he completed his treatment. Supported by his family and community, who wore “Walker Strong” bracelets, he found strength in his faith, particularly through Philippians 4:13. Thankfully, Walker is now feeling well and embracing life again.

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Tupelo waiting on Target to make decision on new store

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2 days ago

December 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-12-20 10:27:30

SUMMARY: Local shoppers in Tupelo are hopeful for a Target store after years of anticipation. Target filed plans in September for a store in the Barnes Crossing area near North Gloster Street and Interstate 22. The Tupelo City Council recently approved an agreement to incentivize the retailer, including infrastructure improvements to alleviate traffic. While some community members express excitement about the shopping options, Target has not confirmed its plans for Tupelo, as its future store openings do not currently include the city. Despite recent mixed earnings reports, company officials remain optimistic about their long-term prospects.

The City of Tupelo is now playing the waiting game for a possible Target store.

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Volunteers requested for local “Grow-a-Row” program to combat hunger

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3 days ago

December 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-12-19 23:57:54

SUMMARY: A local nonprofit, Petal Healing Garden, is collaborating with the Forest County Agricultural Extension Office on the Grow a Row program to combat food insecurity. Volunteers can participate after completing a food safety course led by Jesse Tisdale. The program not only helps with food donations but also offers a chance for the community to reconnect with gardening, filling a gap left by the loss of agricultural education in local schools. Proceeds from the initiative will benefit the Edwards Street food pantry and the Petal Children’s Task Force in Hattiesburg.

One local agricultural extension office is teaming up with a local vegetable garden owner to train others on growing produce to combat hunger in the Pine Belt.

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