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Museum exhibit documents 2023 tornado in Amory

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9 months ago

March 29, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-03-29 09:33:23

SUMMARY: The Amry tornado caused significant damage to the town and the community, leading to the creation of a new exhibit at the Amry Regional Museum to commemorate the event. People from all over the area attended the exhibit opening, which aims to showcase the town’s resilience since the disaster. The exhibit includes photos and artifacts, and features a video of a weathercast from the night of the tornado. The museum director emphasized the importance of remembering recent history, while a local resident shared photos for the exhibit. The exhibit is located in the main exhibit room, which was the first Red Cross shelter after the tornado. The community is grateful for the warning provided by WTV, which allowed them to prepare for the storm and potentially saved lives. They are humbled by the experience and recognize the greater purpose in being able to help others during disasters.

People showed up in Amory to see how far the town has come after the 2023 tornado.

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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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3 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.

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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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