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Mississippi Insight for Nov. 12, 2023: Recapping the 2023 Governor’s Race

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1 year ago

November 13, 2023

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2023-11-13 12:06:35

SUMMARY: Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has secured a second term after a low-turnout election against challenger Brandon Presley. Reeves won with 52% of the vote, while Presley received 47%. Observations and analysis of the election were provided by Russ Latino, Senator John Horn, and former Republican Governor Haley Barbour. Milstep’s Professor Eric Schmidt shared insights into how young voters perceive the current political climate. All eight Republican state officers in Mississippi were re-elected. Turnout was lower than the 2019 race between Reeves and Jim Hood. In his concession, Presley addressed voters with gratitude and spoke of a campaign aimed at unifying the state. Governor Reeves spoke at his watch party about focusing on job creation, workforce development, lower taxes, and furthering Mississippi’s progress during his second term. The Hines County election commission took responsibility for ballot shortages due to ordering errors, while Secretary of State Michael Watson discussed the need for better ballot management.

12 News breaks down the race for the Governor’s Mansion and the results from the Nov. 7 general elections. We have analysis from Russ Latino and John Horhn, speeches from Brandon Presley and Tate Reeves, and insights from former Gov. Haley Barbour. We also have an update on Hinds County’s balloting fiasco. Hosted by Byron Brown and produced by Tom Wright.

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Good Morning Meridian Tori Alvarado's First Alert Weather Forecast 4/2/25

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5 hours ago

April 2, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2025-04-02 12:45:44

SUMMARY: Good morning, Meridian! Today’s weather is warm and cloudy, with temperatures in the low 70s, and a chance of isolated showers this morning. Expect highs in the mid to upper 80s later, alongside windy conditions with gusts up to 45 mph; a wind advisory is in effect. Tomorrow morning may also bring showers, but it won’t be a total washout. This weekend, anticipate increased rainfall and the possibility of severe thunderstorms Saturday night into Sunday morning, with a 30% chance for severe weather. Stay tuned for updates from your First Alert weather team.

Good Morning Meridian Tori Alvarado’s First Alert Weather Forecast 4/2/25

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Wellness Wednesday: Link between tech and health

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8 hours ago

April 2, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2025-04-02 09:54:18

SUMMARY: In a recent “Wellness Wednesday” segment, Dr. Quinn discusses the impact of technology on health. He highlights both benefits, such as increased access to health information, and drawbacks, including reduced physical activity and disrupted sleep patterns due to screen exposure. Dr. Quinn observes that technology often distracts users, leading to time loss and decreased engagement in daily activities. He suggests a technology detox, advocating for 24-hour breaks from social media to foster mental well-being. Additionally, he notes that prolonged screen time can cause eye strain and reduce active learning opportunities, particularly among students using AI for schoolwork.

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Election results are trickling in

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21 hours ago

April 1, 2025

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2025-04-01 20:07:26

SUMMARY: Election results are beginning to emerge from municipal primary elections across the region. In Brandon, early results indicate a close race between incumbent Mayor Butch Lee and State Representative Fred Shanks. Voting machines are speeding up the tallying process. In Flowood, the mayoral contest between Kathy Smith and Greg Wilcox requires hand counting, leading to a longer wait for results. Meanwhile, in Jackson, votes are being counted for significant races, including a crowded mayoral election with 12 Democratic and 3 Republican candidates. Updates will continue throughout the night as results come in.