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Mississippi lawmakers pitch plan to address Delta healthcare

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www.wjtv.com – Richard Lake – 2024-02-02 16:14:33

SUMMARY: A proposal to address the ongoing crisis in the Mississippi Delta was presented at the Capitol. The plan involves creating a Delta Rural Authority to establish a collaborative healthcare system in the region, where hospitals and healthcare facilities would share resources. The authority would be managed by a nine to 12 member board, with some members appointed by the governor and others by the and local communities. Some lawmakers from the Delta region are upset about being left out of and feel that a regional approach to healthcare makes sense but requires input from all stakeholders. The proposal was put forward by the Delta Council and asks for $5 million to $10 million in .

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Man, woman charged in Vicksburg domestic violence incident

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-05 17:31:00

SUMMARY: Vicksburg and charged Daron Evans, 28, and Elizabeth Rader, 23, a domestic violence incident on November 2. The incident occurred around 5:00 a.m. near Indiana Avenue and Churchill . After a thorough investigation, both individuals were charged with aggravated assault domestic violence, with Evans’ bond set at $250,000 and Rader’s at $75,000. They appeared in court on November 4. These arrests highlight ongoing concerns regarding domestic violence in the community.

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Vicksburg man sentenced for robbing Rankin County Dollar General

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-11-05 11:23:00

SUMMARY: De’Anthony RaShad Smith, a 27-year-old man from Vicksburg, was convicted of armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon in Rankin County, Mississippi. Smith, who previously a conviction for aggravated robbery in , pleaded guilty after robbing a Dollar General store on September 8, 2023. He was to 45 years for armed robbery, five years for conspiracy, and ten years for firearm possession. Surveillance footage captured the robbery, and apprehended him shortly after with the stolen money and weapon.

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What time do the polls close in Mississippi?

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www.wjtv.com – Damita Menezes – 2024-11-05 09:01:00

SUMMARY: On Election Day, Americans will vote in various races, from local offices to the presidency. A guide is available for polling place closing times across the states. Although initial results may emerge soon after polls close, final tallies could take longer, particularly in close contests. Some municipalities may vary in their polling hours. For example, in Alabama, polls close at 7:00 p.m. CT, while California’s close at 8:00 p.m. PT. To better understand when results may be reported, voters are encouraged to verify their polling location’s hours in advance.

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