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Monroe County sheriff calls for tougher sentences on drug dealers

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2 weeks ago

September 4, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-04 18:51:14

SUMMARY: Monroe County Sheriff Kevin Crook expressed his frustrations on Facebook regarding repeat drug offenders, particularly targeting John Seymour, a suspected drug dealer he has dealt with for two decades. Crook lamented the danger to his officers, who repeatedly confront the same criminals, often finding them back on the streets shortly after arrests. He highlighted a significant drug problem in Monroe County, estimating that approximately 10,000 of its 36,000 residents struggle with meth addiction. Frustrated with the leniency of the legal system, Crook called for stricter sentencing to ensure that repeat offenders face appropriate consequences.

Monroe County’s sheriff called for tougher sentences for drug dealers.

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Interview: Project Hercules is dedicated to mothers who lost children

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September 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-18 14:37:49

SUMMARY: Lisa Davis introduces Project Hercules, a campaign dedicated to supporting mothers who have lost a child. The initiative began after her own tragedy on November 20, 2019, and aims to provide tangible support to grieving parents at the Women’s Hospital in Tupelo by delivering gifts. This year, gifts will be collected until November 20, honoring her son’s birthday. Davis emphasizes the importance of a support network for grieving parents and encourages the community to help by donating items from their Amazon wish list, which includes grief-related books, memorial jewelry, and figurines. Donations can be dropped off at select locations in Tupelo.

Project Hercules is dedicated to mothers who lost children.

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Gregg had multiple issues, psychiatrist says

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September 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-09-18 14:30:48

SUMMARY: The individual reported engaging in restrictive food intake, bingeing, and purging through self-induced vomiting over the past few years, although she had never used laxatives or diuretics. Despite these behaviors, she had not lost a significant amount of weight. Additionally, she experienced mood issues, self-harm, auditory hallucinations, and sleep difficulties, which had been ongoing and intensified as January 2024 approached.

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Today's Storm Team 11 Kid is Harper (9/18)

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2 hours ago

September 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-09-18 13:41:34

SUMMARY: This morning’s weather drawing, sponsored by McDonald’s, is presented by the first alert weather kids. Today‘s artwork, created by Harper, features a vibrant sun in a blue sky, surrounded by flowers in a green field. Thank you, Harper, for this beautiful illustration! Viewers are encouraged to submit their drawings through the WT website or weather app for a chance to be featured. Stay tuned for more news and weather updates after the break.